MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet Explorer

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1997 Chevrolet Explorer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:42:36.801Z

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

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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

NHTSA ODI report, 20030114

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

STEERING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.

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CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER BECAME NOISY. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 19990921

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 (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 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:accelerator pedal, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Explorer have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.