1997 Chevrolet Express Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 10%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1997 Chevrolet Express, 10% of the 29 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,900 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Dt: while driving service engine light illuminated on the dash panel. The consumer took the vehicle to a Chevrolet dealer, who performed a diagnostic test which showed that transmission was slipping. The dealer noted the next step would be to check the transmission fluid. Due to the color of the fluid it was determined a new transmission would be needed. The dealer referred the consumer to other independent shops, and they too confirmed what the dealer said. The consumer took the vehicle home and parked it. No corrections or repairs were made. …”
NHTSA complaint #10137203, filed 2005-09, 78,900 miles“Vehicle is currently in shop for plug on emission fuel leaking into vcm wiring, allowing fuel to come back up. A recall id # 00v110000/manufacturer's recall #00031 hasn't been annouced to see if other company vehicle are affected.”
NHTSA complaint #882976, filed 2001-03“Consumer received a recall id 00v110000/ manufacturer's recall 00031. Plug on emission pipe assembly is causing fuel to leak from vcm wiring. It's allowing fuel to come back up through tube.”
NHTSA complaint #882975, filed 2001-03Related service bulletins
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10139019May 3, 2013This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on High Oil Pressure on Startup After Engine Replacement Concern.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2011 | 2 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 8 | 14% |
| 2001 | 6 | 13% |
| 2000 | 3 | 4% |
| 1999 | 6 | 9% |
| 1998 | 2 | 9% |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% |
| 1996 | 3 | 20% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Express
6 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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