1997 Chevrolet Express
Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 68 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Service brakes
4 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Tires
3 of 29 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control.
Structure
3 of 29 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing trunk lid and hinge and attachments.
Show complaint excerpts
Dt*: the contact stated there is a hook on the rear passenger side door. The contact's head struck the hook, which resulted in the contact losing consciousness and herniating two discs.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-03-28
Side door hinge does not hold door open properly; will shut unexpectedly. Seat rail protrudes through floor; creates tripping habit.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-19
Also filed under Seats
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2001-03-26Fuel system, gasoline00V110000 Passenger vans. These vans experience fuel odors or leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will install a revised evaporative emission pipe assembly.
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2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 Express?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Express have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.