1997 Chevrolet G Van

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Power train3
2. Electrical system3
3. Fuel system, other1
4. Vehicle speed control1
5. Service brakes, hydraulic1
6. Unknown or other1
7. Fuel system, gasoline1

Latest complaints

• May 26, 2005MA154,000 mi
  Electrical system · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
  Dt: problem with ABS brakes began in 2003. After replacement of ABS system the ABS light came on. When warning was lit the ABS system failed. mechanic said that contact would have to pump the brakes. However, in rainy conditions brakes seemed to cause extended stopping distance, and pulled the…

  Dt: problem with ABS brakes began in 2003. After replacement of ABS system the ABS light came on. When warning was lit the ABS system failed. mechanic said that contact would have to pump the brakes. However, in rainy conditions brakes seemed to cause extended stopping distance, and pulled the vehicle to right. Mechanic stated that the ABS light was coming on due to computer problem. Contact believed the computer was causing the ,problems due to the computer being placed outside near the tire. *ak

• Jun 21, 2004PA68,569 mi
  Power train › Automatic transmission

  Problems with 1997 chevrolet g-van transmission.*mr the consumer had to replace his transmission 3 times because of leaking. chevrolet has only issued a bulletin for 1991-1995 GMC truck g vans regarding a leak in the rear extension housing but the problem IS still occurring in the 97 models. The consumer IS asking to be reimbursed for defective transmission in the amount of $1979.45. *cb *jb

• Sep 20, 2003GA79,500 mi
  Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Electrical system › Starter assembly · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Power train › Automatic transmission · Unknown or other
  I own a 1997 chevy customized van. I have just had to have my transmission rebuilt with just 79,000 miles. I have had nothing but mechanical problems with the van, most during the warranty period. I've replaced 2 starters, 2 fuel pumps, 1 speedometer, 3 batteries, and fuel leaks over the years.…

  I own a 1997 chevy customized van. I have just had to have my transmission rebuilt with just 79,000 miles. I have had nothing but mechanical problems with the van, most during the warranty period. I've replaced 2 starters, 2 fuel pumps, 1 speedometer, 3 batteries, and fuel leaks over the years. there were also 2 recall items, one dealing with the fuel system. all of my work has been with local chevy service centers, but not very happy. at around 55,000 miles, we had a problem with the transmission jumping or shifting roughly at lower speeds in town, but it was intermittent. the service center said we would need a new transmission at a tremendous cost at that time. my questions at the time about what was the cause and why at such a low mileage were never answered fully, and I chose to continue driving the van. the recent problem happened at 79,000 while crossing an intersection, which my wife was lucky. there had been a big bang, and the result initially was a lost reverse gear. I had it taken to a reputable local transmission shop and when I went to talk to the mechanic, found out the problem I was having was well known throughout the industry. as a matter of fact he had 5 gm vehicles at his shop for the same problem with basically the same mileage on each. now when I started to research on the internet, I find many people in the same situation I am, and it seems they have no way to go, because gm does not recognize there IS a problem, of which I believe they have known about all along. there are very few avenues to handle this kind of situation and I have found working with the local dealers and even the corporate customer services to be a veritable nightmare and no guarantee of help. I just want to be heard along with the others who have had the same situations occur with their vehicles. I also feel like this problem with the transmissions should also be covered under some type of recall or warranty to cover the replacement or repair. *jb

• Jul 26, 2003MI25,000 mi
  Power train › Automatic transmission

  I have a 1997 chevrolet g van highway driven with only 29,000 miles and the transmission shifts hard from 1ST to second gear only when hot. Dealer found a defective valve boby assembly.timed out of warrenty cost $900 to repair. The transmission should have lasted dlonger than 29,000 miles. This IS a manufacturing defect which was not from wearing out.*ak

• Jan 2, 2003AL42,000 mi
  Vehicle speed control › Cruise control

  Consumer states that when cruise control IS engaged the vehicle continues to accelerate, instead of stopping at desired speed. vehicle IS a 1997 chevrolet cg11405 van. Ts

• May 14, 2002MD
  Fuel system, other

  Consumer received a recall notice, and took the vehicle to the manufacturer and work was completed, consumer stated that fuel gauge began fluctuating after the the recall work was done, the fuel gauge will jump from full to 1/4 tank while driving. *yh

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10248444Vehicle Recalls
• 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
• 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
• 100134964L80e output carrier thrust washer changes.
• 628393Subject regarding exhaust system rumble / rattle noise.
• 626337Customers may complain of binding side cargo door hinges. *Slc
• 619365Information on the release of the new power steering cooler assembly.
• 619232Information concerning exhaust rattle noise condition on various m, l and g vans including chevrolet m-van 2001.
• 617786This service message addresses customer concerns regarding theft deterrents, a new rear door outside handle and license plate housing developed for added theft protection.
• 617738Subject regarding high opening / closing effort or misalignment of sliding side door.
• 616347Some customers may comment that the sliding side door has high opening and closing efforts or misalignment at the rear of the door.
• 615091Some vehicles built at plant code 1 prior to october, 1997 may experience a rattle type noise in the swing out window assemblies.
• 614355Some owners may comment on intermittent air conditioning (a/c) system operation.
• 609743General motors began providing child restrain seat top tether hardware packages to customers in the united states who requested them.
• 609638Sliding door difficult to close at rear of door. Yd
• 608388Brake lead/pull and front brake wear. *Mjs
• 606765Some cab chassis, crew cab, and pickup models may exhibit a brake lead / pull and front brake wear.
• 606371Customer may complain that the side front intermediate door does not stay open.
• 604830Customers may complain that rear side cargo door may not stay open or the door contacting the rear quarter panel.

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