MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN

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1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:55.423Z

Only 12 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 12 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 Chevy VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 12 complaints 1997 1998: 10 complaints 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2003: 10 complaints 2003
1999: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19851
19871
19881
19891
19903
19936
19945
19957
19962
199712
199810
199912
20007
200113
200310

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and control module.

CRASH
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COMPLAINT WITH PASSLOCKII SECURITY SYSTEM.HAVE EXPERIENCED 10000+ DAMAGE TO CAR BECAUSE OF TOWING.CAR WILL NOT START AT TIMES.SECURITY LIGHT FLASHES.DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX.CAR DAMGED TWICE BY ROADSIDE.DEALER REPLACED SECURITY MODULAR,.I...

NHTSA ODI report, 20050228

POWER TRAIN

3 of 12 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and axle assembly.

FIRE
STEERING

2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH FIRE
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I AM A FATHER OF 7 KIDS BOUGHT 2 CHEVY VENTURE VANS .

NHTSA ODI report, 20130314

Also filed under ENGINE and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

ENGINE

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
AIR BAGS

2 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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ON THE BELOW DATE, EMPLOYEE PLACED KEY IN IGNITION AND WHEN THE KEY WAS TURNED ON THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, STRIKING THE EMPLOYEE AND THRUSTING HIM INTO THE SEAT BACK, CAUSING HEAD, NECK AND BACK INJURIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040521

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN 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 1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN 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.