MYRModel Year Report

1991 Chevrolet VAN

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1991 Chevrolet VAN
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:07.434Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1983: 4 complaints 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 19 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 20 complaints 1996: 28 complaints 1996 1997: 27 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 15 complaints 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2002: 11 complaints 2002
1983: 4 complaints 1983 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1993 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 20 complaints 1995 1996: 28 complaints 1996 1997: 27 complaints 1997 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002
1983: 4 complaints 1983 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1993 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 20 complaints 1995 1996: 28 complaints 1996 1997: 27 complaints 1997 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002

1991: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19834
19914
19928
199319
199411
199520
199628
199727
199816
199915
200022
200114
200211

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, the engine began to chug, consumer pulled over and noticed the vehicle was on fire, Ohio traffic crash report.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-17

Driving on the turnpike and heard grinding noise, the vehicle lost power. Saw black smoke coming from the vehicle, consumer got out and saw fire coming from between the two front wheels. The vehicle then went up in flames and was totally damaged.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-02

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

Show complaint excerpts

Gear box bolts break off, causing driver to experience loss of steering control. Vehicle has been repaired 3 times prior to today.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-07

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 4 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

Door latch on the driver's side door is cracked . The door does not close tightly. The dealer has not been notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-11-03

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1991 Chevrolet VAN — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Chevrolet VAN 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 1991 Chevrolet VAN?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet VAN have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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