MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet C30

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1997 Chevrolet C30
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:56:25.800Z

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
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 9 complaints 1996: 5 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 4 1998: 2 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 9 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 4 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 9 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 4 1998: 2 complaints 1998

1997: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19841
19850
19861
19872
19881
19890
19902
19911
19922
19934
19947
19959
19965
19974
19982

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

2 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

Wheels

1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.

Show complaint excerpts

Manufacturer did not grease the right side of front wheel barriers, causing the wheels to come off.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-02

Power train

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving at 40 MPH and without prior warning engine failed, causing the vehicle to stall and jerk; no power brakes or power steering. The fuel pump was repaired and two weeks later the vehicle stalled again.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-05-11

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1997-03-06Seats97V037000 Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Chevrolet C30 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V037000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Chevrolet C30 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 C30?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet C30 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.