1997 Chevrolet Tracker recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 1997 Chevrolet Tracker and 4 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is air bags (2 reports), followed by steering (1). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
1997 Chevrolet Tracker problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Air Bags · Jul 8, 2014 · 120,000 miles · FL · crash · 1 injured
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet tracker. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, another vehicle ran the stop sign and rear ended the contact's vehicle causing the vehicle to flip three times. The contact sustained several lacerations, fractured her left arm and injured her back. Also, the contact stated that the airbag failed to deploy. A police report was…
Tires · Oct 29, 2008 · 70,000 miles · FL · crash
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet tracker. The vehicle had cooper tires. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the tread completely separated from the rear passenger side tire without warning. The vehicle flipped over and was completely destroyed. The contact has a copy of the police report and pictures of the failed incident. A police officer concluded that the crash…
Steering · Nov 14, 2002 · PA
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the tie rod fail causing the engine to seize. Dealer notified. Mr
Air Bags · Jul 26, 2000 · NY · crash
Conumer was involved in 35 MPH collision in which vehicle very easily rolled over, also driver's and passenger's air bags did not deploy. Cause unknown. Please give any further details. *ak
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Tracker have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 1997 Chevrolet Tracker in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Tracker?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are air bags (2), steering (1), tires (1).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1997 Chevrolet Tracker?
Owners reported 3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.