1997 Chevrolet G Series
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
2 of 6 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing column shift and automatic transmission.
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SINCE 28,000 MI TRANSMISSION SLIPS FROM 1-2; TECHNICIAN FOUND ERROR BUT DEALER REFUSED PROBLEM. ERROR CODE SAYS INTERNAL SLIPPAGE. PROBLEMS GETS MUCH WORSE WITH COLD WEATHER. SOMETIMES DOESN'T SHIFT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030603
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
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WHILE DRIVING 60MPH THE EXTERIOR MIRRORS SHAKE VIGOROUSLY WHICH OBSTRUCT THE VIEW, MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19980721
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
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DOORS NOT WELDED PROPERLY CAUSING MISALIGNMENT AND STARTING TO FALL OFF.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990129
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: G VANS EQUIPPED WITH 6.5L TURBO-CHARGED DIESEL ENGINES. THE FRONT LEFT-HAND BRAKE PIPE CAN BE CONTACTED BY THE LOWER ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE CAUSING A HOLE TO BE WORN IN THE BRA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE BRACKET TO PREVENT THE LOWER ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE FROM CONTACTING THE BRAKE PIPE, AND ALSO INSPECTING THE BRAKE PIPE FOR WEAR. IF NECESSARY, THE BRAKE
Campaign 97V054000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL LEAK FROM VAPOR CANISTER
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Chevrolet G Series — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V054000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1997 Chevrolet G Series 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 G Series?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet G Series have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.