1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 40 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
31% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH27% of complaints: steering — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and linkages.
17% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TRUCK WAS PARKED ON A 14 DEGREE INCLINE WITH ENGINE FACING UPHILL AND THE 4WD WAS IN 4WD-LOW. WITH NO ONE IN THE TRUCK AND AFTER 5010 MINUTES, TRUCK DISENGAGED FROM PARK.
NHTSA ODI report, 19981115
8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and frame and members.
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FRONT DASHBOARD CAME LOOSE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030204
THE DESIGN OF POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL IS INCONVENIENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19971003
6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel pump and fuel injection system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FUEL LEAKS FROM THE VAPOR CANISTER
CERTAIN E SPEED RACING COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL
Remedy: E SPEED RACING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT E SPEED RACING 909-923-3636.
Campaign 06E040000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E040000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.