MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet Explorer

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1997 Chevrolet Explorer
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:40:35.184Z

Only 9 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 9 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 Explorer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 9 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 5 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2002: 7 complaints 2002
1997: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19955
19967
19979
19985
19995
20002
20027

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
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VEHICLE SUDDEN ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, RESULTING IN CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030114

POWER TRAIN

2 of 9 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly and automatic transmission.

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CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER BECAME NOISY. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 19990921

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 9 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal and tail lights.

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TEMPREATURE AND DIRECTIONAL GUAGE FAILED. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 19990730

Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH ENGINE SHUTDOWN, FORCING VEHICLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. CRANKSHAFT BROKE INSIDE ENGINE. DEALER NOTIFIED NOTHING THEY COULD DO. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030529

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Chevrolet Explorer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer 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 Explorer?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer 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.