1997 Chevrolet Venture Equipment Problems

“Consumer complained about a multitude of problems: 1. Headlights came on and off intermittently; 2. When hitting a bump in the road, headlights came on; 3. Engine overheated due to leaking radiator , and 4. Electrical problems, such as ignition and power door locks malfunctioned regularly. The vehicle was hard to start. The door panels were loose. The windshield leaked. The anti theft alarm malfunctioned. Rear window washer malfunctioned.”

“From about 40000 milesproblems with the temp gauge indicating engine running hot when in fact it never was and coolant was adequate mechanic never able to figure out 60000 intake manifold replaced 90000 miles engine losing power and stalling engine block cracked possible and head gasket. Brakes noisy with a grinding feel in the pedal lights on dash on & off ABS and coolant low when no problem exists! Car pulls to left and hard to steer in a puddle horn almost impossible to activate. Directional and hazard lights flash when brakes applied.”

“#1. It is very heavy to push up the tailgate without the use of the hydraulics. It goes up easily only part of the way. #2. My seat and pocket should not be ripping as easily as they have. I do not have little kids tugging at them. #3. The cigarette lighter does not work . It has been allegedly fixed several times. #4. The interior side door panels are hard plastic and they are attached by velcro. They don't always stick to the velcro and come loose. One has already broken and replaced. They are still loose. #5. …”

“The campaign 02049 was completed on 30 april 2003 the dealer replaced the power steering bearing. The vehicle steering slowly became stiff and gave resistance in may 2004 when turning or making steering corrections. I took it to the dealer in june or july as it was getting worse. On the way to the dealer it required a lot of exertion to steer. The dealer informed me the rack and pinion failed and needed replaced. I asked about the recall to check the gear and if it would be covered under that recall. He stated no not related. After the repair the vehicle was behaving erratically on the road. …”

“#1. Stereo panel is extremely hot with lights on & driving a while, there is also a buring smell. It has been worked on twice, replaced once and still you can burn your fingers. #2. Defogger takes forever to defog in the morning, sometimes it makes visibility worse. #3. Interior roof has been hanging down since the day I bought the van and has gotten worse. #4. My headlights have been replaced many times because of condensation(at least 4 times). #5. Brakes. The dealership said I needed new brakes but not under warranty so I had them checked elsewhere. I needed new brakes (front). …”