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1998 Chevrolet Van Equipment Problems

Complaints
4about this part
Share
25%of 16 total for the year
Median mileage
49,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the equipment of the 1998 Chevrolet Van, 25% of the 16 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 49,000 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.

“I have a recall about brake line hose ,but last november my brake line hose was cut with the wheel I call GM motor about this problem. If can get refund or change wheel size I try to replace wheels to expense I think GM need to replace for free to next size due to close to the wheel.”

NHTSA complaint #10222699, filed 2008-03

“1997 Chevrolet sw this is actually a conversion VAN not a station wagon. The conversion package has been plagued with electrical problems which could result in personal or property damage. The conversion package came with a bright orange consumer alert sticker. It advised consumers to consult dealership for details.”

NHTSA complaint #10017070, filed 2003-05

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Equipment: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200219%
200117%
199917%
1998425%
1997415%
199614%
199515%
1992225%

Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Van

Brakes
2 complaints
Electrical system
2 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
2 complaints
Air bags
1 complaints
Engine cooling
1 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
Seat belts
1 complaints
Seats
1 complaints
Tires
1 complaints
Wheels
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Van

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