1997 Chevrolet G30
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
2 of 4 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
When I was in an auto accident in October 1999 the airbag didn't work in the vehicle I was driving. Another vehicle struck me from behind and pushed me into the vehicle ahead.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-22
Accident due to brake failure, air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled. Vehicle had been brought in for brake problems 4 times prior to the incident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-05-31
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Visibility
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
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While driving with the side windows down, objects (Rocks, bugs, birds, etc.)strike exterior mirrors and then bounce off into vehicle, striking driver/passengers.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-02-05
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…
Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Chevrolet G30 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Chevrolet G30 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 G30?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet G30 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.