Most common 1995 Chevrolet Van problems
Share of the 20 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
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What 1995 Chevrolet Van owners say
Brakes
While driving at about 25-30 MPH consumer applied brake, car accelerated up to 80 MPH. Hit 2 vehicles and a tree before coming to stop. Air bags did not deploy. Consumer took key out of ignition, did not stop motor from running, fire department shut engine off by blocking tail pipe, then disconnected battery. Took to dealer, total loss, contacted Chevrolet, was given request number, but has not heard back. One person was injured in accident.
While driving about 45 MPH , coming to a stop the ABS brakes resisted, causing the truck to collide. After the collision, the truck rolled over.. The brake pedal went to the floor of the truck. The dealer will be contacted by the owner's attorney.
Engine & cooling
Riding down the road, stopping at a stop light/stop sign, and taking off from sign/light. Acts like it's going to cut off and sometimes does. When I take off, I'm not sure whether it's going to go or cut off (sorta like you maybe getting ready to run out of gas)close to several accidents. If this vehicle cuts off in the middle of crossing roads/4 lanes, this could be fatal. It's like this problem comes and goes, you never know. Sounds and acts like something is clogged up or sticks causing loss of engine vaccum. Nothing has been done about this and I can't afford to get it looked at anytime soon. Also, scared to go out at night with not knowing what could happen.
Engine started making a noise like it was a deisel engine from the day I drove the Van I reported it several times, finaly had it replaced, and still makes the same noise. Someone said it must be the oil pump they replace it, it's still the same . When I start it up makes that noise only.
Air bags
While driving at about 25-30 MPH consumer applied brake, car accelerated up to 80 MPH. Hit 2 vehicles and a tree before coming to stop. Air bags did not deploy. Consumer took key out of ignition, did not stop motor from running, fire department shut engine off by blocking tail pipe, then disconnected battery. Took to dealer, total loss, contacted Chevrolet, was given request number, but has not heard back. One person was injured in accident.
Driver hit street sign and then 5 foot enbankment with front end of vehicle . Driver's side airbag did not deploy which could have resulted in injuries .vehicle was a total loss.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Van a good car?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Van rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the 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 1995 Chevrolet Van?
The brakes — 5 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the engine & cooling (5) and air bags (4).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Van have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet Van. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Van?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002 and 2001. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1996, 1997 and 2000. See the full Chevrolet Van years comparison.
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.