1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN
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.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1999: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 |
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.
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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, 2005-02-28
Power train
3 of 12 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and axle assembly.
Steering
2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.
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I am a father of 7 kids bought 2 chevy venture vans .
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-14
Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system
Engine
2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Air bags
2 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.
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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, 2004-05-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Chevrolet Chevy VAN — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.