1997 Chevrolet C Series Problems
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series. The part named most often is visibility, with 12 complaints (55% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and fuel system (4). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 13% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 18%
- Fuel system4 18%
- Steering3 14%
- Electrical system2 9.1%
- Seat belts2 9.1%
- Suspension2 9.1%
- Engine cooling1 4.5%
- Equipment1 4.5%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Body and structure (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Windshield wipers stop working when they want to. This has been happening for approx. 7 years. There was a recall on the 1996 model but GM would not cover my 1997 model, said if I pay to replace circuit board and send to them they may or may not pay but was not included in recall although is just as hazardous as year earlier model. This is a very serious situation as wipers will just stop in any position at will then next time I turn them on they may work or not.”
NHTSA complaint #10401225, filed 2011-05, 55,000 milesBrakes: “Fuel injection system was repaired by the dealer after the vehicle lost pressure. Currently, windshield wipers work intermittently. The transmission was slipping because the motor was not functioning properly, the fuel injectors were the main cause for all of there parts to malfunction and break down, the ABS brakes were activating on dry pavement at slower speeds, the steering wheel off center and vehicle pulled to the left and would intermittently clunk and found loose pitman arm, the vehicle would skip and shake, and the catalytic converter gave insufficient efficiency. …”
NHTSA complaint #10091658, filed 2004-12, 53,329 milesFuel system: “When the key was placed in the ignition it would not turn. The check engine light also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who informed the consumer that the fuel injectors had to be replaced. Please provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #10040151, filed 2003-09Steering: “Consumer complained about a steering problem. While driving consumer experienced a momentary loss of control due to power assist failure. Also, this occurred when vehicle veered in either direction. While consumer was trying to regain control of vehicle power assist failed momentarily. This failure was due to a bad steering sensor.”
NHTSA complaint #10068618, filed 2004-05, 90,200 milesMileage when problems were reported
13% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 55,000 and 90,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series.
Other model years of the Chevrolet C Series
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 17 | 51,900 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 22 | 60,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 11 | 165,151 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 10 | 74,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 7 | 74,850 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet C Series model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1997 Chevrolet C Series have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1997 Chevrolet C Series is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 12 complaints (55% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 1997 Chevrolet C Series been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1997 Chevrolet C Series reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 55,000 and 90,000 miles; 13% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.