MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet G Series

○ Not enough data
1997 Chevrolet G Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:58:18.944Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
—

Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 13 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 6 complaints 1997 6 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 6 complaints 1997 6 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1997 6 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007

1997: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19841
19875
19880
19893
19902
19913
19926
199316
199412
199513
19966
19976
19984
19992
20003
20010
20020
20030
20050
20060
20070

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

2 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

Power train

2 of 6 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing column shift and automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2003-06-03

Visibility

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving 60MPH the exterior mirrors shake vigorously which obstruct the view, may cause an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-07-21

Tires

1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Structure

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.

Show complaint excerpts

Doors not welded properly causing misalignment and starting to fall off.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-29

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    1997-04-18Service brakes, hydraulic97V054000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1998-04-14SQClosed 1998-11-10 Fuel leak from vapor canister

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Chevrolet G Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V054000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.