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Transmission and drivetrainPart report

1997 Chevrolet Explorer Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
22%of 9 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer, 22% of the 9 complaints for this model year.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2002114%
1998120%
1997222%
1995120%

Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer

Engine cooling
2 complaints
Exterior lighting
2 complaints
Vehicle speed control
2 complaints
Interior lighting
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Tires
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology