1997 Chevrolet G Van Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 68,569miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1997 Chevrolet G Van (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1997 Chevrolet G Van. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and fuel system (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 40% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 68,569 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 5 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
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.
- Electrical system2 33%
- Fuel system2 33%
- Brakes1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “I own a 1997 chevy customized van. I have just had to have my transmission rebuilt with just 79,000 miles. I have had nothing but mechanical problems with the van, most during the warranty period. I've replaced 2 starters, 2 fuel pumps, 1 speedometer, 3 batteries, and fuel leaks over the years. There were also 2 recall items, one dealing with the fuel system. All of my work has been with local chevy service centers, but not very happy. At around 55,000 miles, we had a problem with the transmission jumping or shifting roughly at lower speeds in town, but it was intermittent. …”
NHTSA complaint #10039219, filed 2003-09, 79,500 milesElectrical system: “Dt: problem with ABS brakes began in 2003. After replacement of ABS system the ABS light came on. When warning was lit the ABS system failed. Mechanic said that contact would have to pump the brakes. However, in rainy conditions brakes seemed to cause extended stopping distance, and pulled the vehicle to right. Mechanic stated that the ABS light was coming on due to computer problem. Contact believed the computer was causing the ,problems due to the computer being placed outside near the tire.”
NHTSA complaint #10122209, filed 2005-05, 154,000 milesFuel system: “Consumer received a recall notice, and took the vehicle to the manufacturer and work was completed, consumer stated that fuel gauge began fluctuating after the the recall work was done, the fuel gauge will jump from full to 1/4 tank while driving.”
NHTSA complaint #564669, filed 2002-03Mileage when problems were reported
40% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 42,000 and 79,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1997 Chevrolet G Van 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
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 5 on record; the latest 5 are shown.
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10082506Aug 26, 2016Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in…
- 10248444Jun 30, 2014Equipment. Vehicle Recalls
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10013496Apr 20, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. 4l80e output carrier thrust washer changes.
Other model years of the Chevrolet G Van
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 | 68,569 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet G Van model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1997 Chevrolet G Van have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1997 Chevrolet G Van as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1997 Chevrolet G Van is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 1997 Chevrolet G Van 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 G Van reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 68,569 miles and the middle half falls between 42,000 and 79,500 miles; 40% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.