1997 Chevrolet Venture Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 3%of 432 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture, 3% of the 432 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,500 miles. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
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 1997 Chevrolet Venture van. There was a problem with my power sliding door working improperly and opening on its own. There was a recall of the door during that time and the door was fixed by the dealership. The door continued to malfunctioned several times after that and was taken back to the dealer several times for repair under the recall. Unfortunately, with three small children and a full time job, I could not continue to take the van to the dealer to correct the problem. The door kept opening itself after being closed and then would blow the fuse and only operate manually. …”
NHTSA complaint #10057090, filed 2004-02, 28,000 miles“1997 chevy Venture ,power sliding passenger door the door pops open while driving.the dealer states door had been repaired once in 2002 and they are not responsible for further repaires on the latching of this door”
NHTSA complaint #10172547, filed 2006-11, 98,000 miles“We have not had a accident yet, but the side sliding door is very loose. We were notified that a recall was to take place to fix this problem. According to your information this recall was in effect in march of this year. So far, we have received no notification. Have we been overlooked? This problem really needs to be fixed before the door flies open and we have a major problem perhaps with grandchildren onboard.”
NHTSA complaint #745148, filed 2001-05“The contact stated occupants have been injured by the interior handle that opens the power sliding door causing occupants to get trapped by the door. A NHTSA recall, #04v597000 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall. The vehicle has been taken to the dealership for repairs four to five times.”
NHTSA complaint #10154796, filed 2006-04, 98,570 miles“1997 Chevrolet Venture, unit 1 was eastbound in the far right lane. The hood apparently was not latched properly, flew up and back, shattering the windshield. Updated 04/04/2011 (ohio traffic crash report #10-0175-90) updated 04/22/11”
NHTSA complaint #10394927, filed 2011-04Related recalls
- 04V597000Dec 22, 2004On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using…Covers: Chevrolet Venture 1997–2005, Pontiac Montana 1997–2005, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2004 +1 more
- 01V264000Aug 21, 2001Vehicle description: 1997-2001 chevrolet venture, pontiac montana/transport, and oldsmobile silhouette mini vans equipped with passenger side power sliding…Covers: Chevrolet Venture 1997–2001, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2001, Pontiac Montana 1998–2001 +1 more
- 01V067000Mar 8, 2001Vehicle description: minivans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors. The door closes but may not be latched. If this happens, the power sliding…Covers: Chevrolet Venture 1997–2001, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2001, Pontiac Montana 1998–2001 +1 more
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 8 | 19% |
| 2004 | 12 | 10% |
| 2003 | 11 | 6% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 10 | 5% |
| 2000 | 20 | 6% |
| 1999 | 13 | 4% |
| 1998 | 16 | 4% |
| 1997 | 12 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture
85 complaintsSteering
76 complaintsExterior lighting
62 complaintsElectrical system
53 complaintsBody and structure
44 complaintsBrakes
42 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
32 complaintsSeat belts
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsSeats
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Venture
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 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