Most common 1997 Chevrolet G Series problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet G Series complaints by model year
Best G Series years: 2005, 2006, 2007. Years to avoid: 1995. Compare all years →
1997 Chevrolet G Series recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle description: g vans equipped with 6.5l turbo-charged diesel engines. The front left-hand brake pipe can be contacted by the lower engine oil cooler hose causing a hole to be worn in the brake pipe.
Remedy: Dealers will install an engine oil cooler hose bracket to prevent the lower engine oil cooler hose from contacting the brake pipe, and also inspecting the brake pipe for wear.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 1997 Chevrolet G Series:
Fuel leak from vapor canister
There is no summary currently available
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1997 Chevrolet G Series a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1997 G Series rates average: 4.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the G Series at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet G Series?
The brakes — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock › wheel speed sensor. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (2) and fuel & propulsion system (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet G Series have?
There is 1 recall for the 1997 Chevrolet G Series, the most recent from April 8, 1997 (hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet G Series?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2005, 2006 and 2007. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995. See the full Chevrolet G Series years comparison.
At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet G Series problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 28,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.