MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet C/K Series

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1997 Chevrolet C/K Series
RENDERED 2026-09-16T21:07:16.128Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C/K Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1997: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19932
19943
19953
19962
19974
19988
19999
20002
20014
20024
20037

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

4 of 4 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

Show complaint excerpts

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILS TO OPERATE. WORKS SOMETIME AND ALL OF A SUDDEN STOPS WORKING. DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND WIPER STOP WORKING. ALMOST RAN OFF THE HIGHWAY COULD NOT SEE BECAUSE OF HEAVY RAIN AND NO WIPERS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060623

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY. THE WIPERS FAIL MORE OFTEN IN WET WEATHER; HOWEVER THE PROBLEM HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 03V159000, REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060406

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK SPORADICALLY. ON 6/27 DURING A THUNDERSTORM, THE WIPERS SUDDENLY CEASED WORKING AND NEARLY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040701

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20010522 — EA (closed 20021215)

VACUUM BRAKE BOOSTER FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Chevrolet C/K Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Chevrolet C/K Series reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet C/K Series?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet C/K Series have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.