MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet VAN

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1999 Chevrolet VAN
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:12.485Z

Only 15 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 15 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, 1999 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 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2002: 11 complaints 2002
1999: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
19834
19914
19928
199319
199411
199520
199628
199727
199816
199915
200022
200114
200211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and front underhood.

STEERING

3 of 15 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump and hose, piping, and connections.

Show complaint excerpts

1999 CHEVROLET VENTURE STEERING PUMP SHAFT BROKE OFF. *MR *LA

NHTSA ODI report, 20040512

TIRES

2 of 15 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 15 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing.

INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

SEAT RETAINING BOLTS "FELL OUT" WHILE BRAKING FOR MAJOR ROADWAY. SEAT PIVOTED ABRUPTLY TOSSING DRIVER INTO STEERING WHEEL AND ONTO FLOOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001013

DRIVER MADE A HARD SUDDEN STOP AND SIDE SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCK OR HOLD DRIVER IN PLACE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT STEERING WHEEL WITH FACE , CONSUMER SUSTAINED A BROKEN NOSE AND NECK INJURIES. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR IMPACT. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000404

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 15 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Chevrolet VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet VAN?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 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.