When shopping for a new or used car, understanding the maintenance costs associated with your purchase is critical. Vehicle maintenance can account for a significant portion of your total automotive ownership cost—sometimes even more than the amount you pay in gas.

Chevrolet’s extensive lineup of cars, trucks, and SUVs offers something for everyone. However, some Chevrolet models have annual maintenance costs exceeding the average.

According to RepairPal’s comprehensive report, these eight Chevrolet models have some of the highest annual repair and maintenance costs in the Chevrolet lineup, costing over $800 annually.

1. Chevy Caprice

First hitting the market in 1965, Chevrolet’s full-size Caprice remained a retail and police fleet favorite due to its luxurious large size and powerful V8 engine. The Chevrolet Caprice offers excellent performance in terms of speed and acceleration, but its maintenance costs remain relatively high.

According to RepairPal, the estimated annual repair and maintenance cost for the Chevrolet Caprice is $1,349. It earned an above-average reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Regarding common problems and repairs, Chevrolet Caprice owners reported about 19 issues related to a leaking water pump that led to engine overheating, engine control module (ECM) failure, and alternator failure causing battery drain.

2. Chevrolet Express 1500

The Chevrolet Express 1500 is a full-size van introduced in 1996 as the successor of Chevrolet’s G-Series van. While the Chevy Express 1500 offers good fuel efficiency, its maintenance costs are also high.

According to RepairPal, the estimated annual repair and maintenance cost for the Chevrolet Express 1500 is $963. It earned a reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, ranking it at No. 9 out of 21 for commercial vans. Shopping for an Express 1500 has a 16% chance of needing a significant repair in the first year.

Chevrolet Express 1500 owners reported 26 problems related to engine misfires, the check engine light illuminating due to one or more stuck closed fuel injectors, erratic fuel gauge operation, and one or more rear lights not working, among others.

Some common repairs you will likely face with the Chevrolet Express 1500 are ignition coil replacement, wheel alignment, and body control system diagnosis & testing.

3. Chevy Express 2500

The Chevy Express 2500 is an extended-length van that offers greater cargo capacity than the Chevrolet Express 1500. While many drivers like this model for its impressive size, convenience, and comfort, it also has a high maintenance cost.

According to RepairPal, the estimated annual maintenance and repair cost for the Chevrolet Express 2500 is $877. It ranks at No. 7 out of 21 commercial vans with a 3 out of 5 stars reliability rating.

Chevrolet Express 2500 owners reported 21 problems, with the majority of the issues being erratic fuel gauge operation, loss of power caused by a failed fuel pump, and contamination of extended-life coolant, among others.

Some recommended repairs for the Chevy Express 2500 include camshaft replacement, emergency brake replacement, and oil pump pressure replacement.

4. Chevrolet Express 3500

Like the Chevy Express 1500 and Chevy Express 2500, the Chevrolet Express 3500 first hit the market in 1996 and offers greater cargo capacity. It has an estimated annual repair and maintenance cost of $1,013, ranking at No. 13 out of 21 commercial vans. The Express 3500 has a reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars and a 19% chance of needing a major repair in the first 12 months of ownership.

A total of 22 common problems were reported by Chevy Express 3500 owners, including rear lights not working, and noise and/or a dead battery due to failed alternator, among others.

Common repairs for the Chevrolet Express 3500 include air conditioning system maintenance and fuel injector and spark plug replacement.

5. Chevy Silverado 2500 HD

While the Chevy Silverado 2500HD has excellent performance capability on the road and off, it also has a higher maintenance cost than other Chevrolet models.

According to RepairPal, the average annual repair and maintenance cost for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD is $936. It earned an average reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars and ranked No. 9 out of 17 for full-size trucks. An average of 0.3 visits to a repair shop yearly means a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD is 19% likely to need a significant repair annually.

With 34 cases of Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD problems reported, most errors were with the speedometer or other instrument panel gauge, erratic fuel gauge operation, wrong service messages, and breaking interior door handles.

A Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD may need coolant reservoir replacement, suspension component replacement, and brake system inspection, among others.

6. Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD

Introduced in 1999 as an upgrade to the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, the Silverado 3500 HD is a heavy-duty pickup truck that offers more power and higher payload capacity. It offers plenty of powertrains, cab styles, and bed options, which means there is a Chevy Silverado 3500 HD for every driver.

The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD has an estimated annual repair and maintenance cost of  $1,109, ranking at No. 12 out of 17 for full-size trucks. It has a reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars and an average of 0.4 visits to a repair shop yearly.

Chevy Silverado 3500 HD owners reported seven common problems, including the check engine light due to gas cap issues and reduced power.

Common Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD repairs include engine front cover gasket replacement, radiator fan clutch replacement, and an OBDII drive cycle test.

7. Chevy SS

The Chevrolet SS is a sporty performance car produced by Chevrolet in Australia and released in the U.S. in 2014. Thanks to its turbocharged V6 engine and rear-wheel-drive setup, it offers plenty of power.

However, with all that power comes a hefty maintenance cost. A Chevy SS has an estimated annual repair and maintenance cost of $833. According to U.S. News, the SS received an above-average predicted reliability of 3.5 out of 5 stars from J.D. Power. RepairPal states no Chevrolet SS owners reported any issues with their vehicle in their first year of ownership, but that may be due to a lack of data.

Regardless, common repairs for the Chevrolet SS may include abs control module replacement, brake master cylinder replacement, powertrain control module replacement, and tire rotation and inspection.

8. Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban is a full-size SUV and one of the longest-running vehicles in production today. It has plenty of cargo space and a seating capacity of up to nine passengers.

The Chevy Suburban has an estimated annual repair and maintenance cost of $944, ranking at No. 11 out of 14 for full-size SUVs. It received an average reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal’s survey. Chevrolet Suburban owners reported an average of 0.5 visits to a repair shop yearly, making it 15% likely to need a significant repair in any given year.

Common Chevrolet Suburban repairs include fuel level unit replacement, check engine light diagnosis and testing, and engine front cover gasket replacement.