Most common 1997 Chevrolet G Van problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet G Van complaints by model year
What 1997 Chevrolet G Van owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
Problems with 1997 Chevrolet g-Van transmission. 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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1997 Chevrolet G Van a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1997 G Van rates average: 4.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the G Van 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 Van?
The transmission & drivetrain — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and electrical system (2).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet G Van have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Chevrolet G Van. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet G Van problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 69,000 miles; 40% 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.