1997 Chevrolet Van recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 1997 Chevrolet Van and 27 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is power train (7 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (4). 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 Van problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Equipment | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Structure | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Steering · Nov 26, 2007 · 158,000 miles · NC
I have a 1997 chevy venture. I have been having problems with the rack and pinion. There is a recall on them but chevy says there is no recall. I first talked to someone on the phone and they told me that yes there was a recall. They told me to take it to the chevy dealer. I took it and they said there was no recall. So I called the chevy 800 number again and now they say…
Tires · Jun 22, 2007 · MI
In only four months, all 4 of my goodyear regatta tires with only 50,000 miles on them blew out while on the highway. (4 different incidents). The company had audacity to tell me that these were all the results of "road hazards" and that the same could happen to any tire. I have been driving for 40 years and have never had a blow out until all four of these tires blew out over…
Exterior Lighting · Jul 6, 2005 · MD
Dt: the consumer stated the headlights were blinding to other vehicles. The headlights have been adjusted numerous times and have been replaced about 10 times.*ak
Exterior Lighting · Jul 6, 2005 · MD
Dt: the consumer stated the headlights were blinding to other vehicles. The headlights have been adjusted numerous times and have been replaced about 10 times.*ak
Steering · Jan 13, 2005 · 96,500 miles · NC
Steering locked on taking a left turn within a parking lot. Remembered that chevrolet had serviced a recall on the vehicle in feb 2003. However, they only replaced the lower pinion bearing, but did not replace the steering gear. Took it to the chevy dealership immediately. Their inspection pointed to a worn steering gear as the cause of the steering lock. This happened within…
Power Train · Nov 20, 2002 · CA
My transmission failed on my 1500 van. It suddenly failed to accelerate and I was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. I was informed that the "reverse input housing bearing" failed and had shredded into metal shards throughout the transmission system. As such, the transmission must be replaced vs. Repaired. $3,000. Failure at 64,920…
Fuel System, Other · Apr 5, 2002 · LA
The fuel gauge malfunctioned several times. The consumer wants either to return the vehicle or the dealer to reimburse the repair expenses. *yh
Exterior Lighting · Feb 2, 2002 · MI
Consumer stated both headlight lens covers fell out, due to water building inside. (consumer no longer ownes vehicle) *jb
Power Train · Feb 2, 2002 · MI
Consumer stated the transmission gasket failed.(consumer no longer owns vehicle)*jb
Engine and Engine Cooling · Feb 2, 2002 · MI
Consumer stated vehicle experienced a coolant leak.(consumer no longer ownes vehicle)*jb
Engine and Engine Cooling · Aug 21, 2001 · FL
02 sensors keep going out, causing check engine light to come on. *ak
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 20, 2001 · NY
The ABS fails to stop the vehicle during short panic stops at low speeds in warm weather because one of the wheels partially locks up, consumer states he discovered brake fluid under the master cylinder and it was determined that it was coming from under the cap, the cap seal was not sealing properly and a new seal was installed.*yh
Other Chevrolet Van years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Van have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 1997 Chevrolet Van 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 Van?
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are power train (7), engine and engine cooling (4), equipment (4).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1997 Chevrolet Van?
Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.