1997 Chevrolet Express

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1997 Chevrolet Express
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:24.717Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1997: 29 complaints

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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	17
2008	14
2009	10
2010	15
2011	11
2012	12
2013	22
2014	14
2015	8
2016	15
2017	20
2018	11
2019	7
2020	16
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.

TIRES

3 of 29 total reports mention: tires.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH

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ABS BRAKE FAILURE SAME AS FOR 1996/ REPORTED TO DEALER/ TESTED AND NO PROBLEM FOUND. BUT ACCIDENT DID OCCUR DUE TO BRAKE FAILURE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000822

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

WHEELS

2 of 29 total reports mention: wheels.

CRASH

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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE'S RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF WITH THE LUG NUTS STILL ATTACHED TO THE HUB. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND RAN INTO A WALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040115

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010326 — fuel system, gasoline

PASSENGER VANS. THESE VANS EXPERIENCE FUEL ODORS OR LEAKAGE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PIPE ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 00V110000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

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 CONF

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.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 00V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

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