MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chevrolet Pickup

◆ Worse than typical
1997 Chevrolet Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:40.227Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
75
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

36% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 16 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1994: 58 complaints 1995: 79 complaints 1995 1996: 60 complaints 1997: 75 complaints 1997 75 1998: 50 complaints 1999: 39 complaints 1999 2000: 32 complaints 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 17 complaints 2003: 10 complaints 2003
1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1994: 58 complaints 1994 1995: 79 complaints 1995 1996: 60 complaints 1996 1997: 75 complaints 1997 75 1998: 50 complaints 1998 1999: 39 complaints 1999 2000: 32 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 17 complaints 2002 2003: 10 complaints 2003
1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1994: 58 complaints 1994 1995: 79 complaints 1995 1996: 60 complaints 1996 1997: 75 complaints 1997 75 1998: 50 complaints 1998 1999: 39 complaints 1999 2000: 32 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 17 complaints 2002 2003: 10 complaints 2003

1997: 75 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199011
199116
19928
199458
199579
199660
199775
199850
199939
200032
200117
200217
200310

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

36% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Steering

29% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and steering wheel/handle bar.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Steering sensor was defective. Consumer has to replace steering sensor five times since buying this vehicle brand new.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-27

Engine and engine cooling

9% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Visibility

8% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

Power train

8% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveshaft.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    1997Complaint volume 75 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2008-12-17Exterior lighting08E050000 K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform…

    Remedy: K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Chevrolet Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 27 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08E050000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Chevrolet Pickup reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Chevrolet Pickup is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Pickup?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Pickup 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.