Chevrolet G Van 1997

Model G Van made in 1997 by Chevrolet got 12 consumer complains as well as 16 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment.

Model 1997

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
01060500611/01/2001628393Subject regarding exhaust system rumble / rattle noise. *jg03/08/2002
13030103/13/2001619232Information concerning exhaust rattle noise condition on various m, l and g vans including chevrolet m-van 2001. *tt05/19/2001
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
00013800403/01/2000614355Some owners may comment on intermittent air conditioning (a/c) system operation. *tt10/11/2000
POWER TRAIN
3276100134964l80e output carrier thrust washer changes. *tt04/20/2005
SEATS
99094000401/01/2000731611609743General motors began providing child restrain seat top tether hardware packages to customers in the united states who requested them. *tt04/07/2000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
990524001A09/01/1999990524001608388Brake lead/pull and front brake wear. *mjs11/26/1999
99052400106/01/1999865020A606765Some cab chassis, crew cab, and pickup models may exhibit a brake lead / pull and front brake wear. *tt09/02/1999
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
01023200304/01/2001619365Information on the release of the new power steering cooler assembly. *tt05/24/2001
STRUCTURE - BODY
15120012/15/2000617786This service message addresses customer concerns regarding theft deterrents, a new rear door outside handle and license plate housing developed for added theft protection. *tt04/11/2001
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
000864010A12/01/200000864010617738Subject regarding high opening / closing effort or misalignment of sliding side door. *tt03/26/2001
00086401009/01/2000616347Some customers may comment that the sliding side door has high opening and closing efforts or misalignment at the rear of the door. *tt02/23/2001
76151608/01/1998609638Sliding door difficult to close at rear of door. yd04/05/2000
99086401207/01/1999606371Customer may complain that the side front intermediate door does not stay open. *tt08/17/1999
98040(A)03/01/199998040604830Customers may complain that rear side cargo door may not stay open or the door contacting the rear quarter panel. *tt05/17/1999
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
24090109/24/2001626337Customers may complain of binding side cargo door hinges. *slc12/13/2001
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
86151607/01/1998615091Some vehicles built at plant code 1 prior to october, 1997 may experience a rattle type noise in the swing out window assemblies. *tt12/27/2000

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
05/26/20051540001
 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
09/12/200379500104/12/1997
 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY
09/12/200379500104/12/1997
 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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
09/12/200379500104/12/1997
 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
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
04/13/20011
 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
OTHER
09/12/200379500104/12/1997
 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
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
09/01/200268569301/01/1998
 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
09/12/200379500104/12/1997
 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
07/23/2003250001
 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
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
05/26/20051540001
 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
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
01/01/200342000
 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

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MITEMPERANCE48182NORTHTOWNE CHEVROLET734 847-6711