MYRModel Year Report

1998 Chevrolet VAN

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1998 Chevrolet VAN
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:51:56.365Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1983: 4 complaints 1983 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1992 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
1998: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19834
19914
19928
199319
199411
199520
199628
199727
199816
199915
200022
200114
200211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EQUIPMENT

5 of 16 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift and lines and fittings.

Show complaint excerpts

1997 CHEVROLET SW THIS IS ACTUALLY A CONVERSION VAN NOT A STATION WAGON. THE CONVERSION PACKAGE HAS BEEN PLAGUED WITH ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030505

THE THREADED SCREW FROM THE JACK SNAPPED, WHICH CAUSED THE VAN TO FALL TO THE GROUND. *SCC *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030212

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly and automatic transmission.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

THE CONVERSION VEHICLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE FRONT POWER SEAT AND DOOR LOCK TO BE INOPERABLE. ALSO, THE REAR POWER SEAT STARTED SMOKING WHICH ALMOST CAUSED A FIRE. BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981014

WHEELS

1 of 16 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Chevrolet VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • 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).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet VAN?

The most-reported component is equipment, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet VAN have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.