Most common 1999 Chevrolet Van problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Van complaints by model year
Best Van years: 2002, 2001. Years to avoid: 1996, 1997, 2000. Compare all years →
What 1999 Chevrolet Van owners say
Steering
Six attempts within 24K miles to correct serious alignment problem. Vehicle has pulled severely to right since delivered new. Chevrolet sees no reason to replace or repurchase vehicle. Dealer will no longer return phone calls, says the vehicle is "within specifications." dealer has stated that this is cuased by road crowns. Also states it is a "safety feature" so that if you fall asleep you will not go into oncoming traffic.
Vehicle was not able to be serviced for recall repair from dealership, owner had to drive one hour away to receive repair work (00v-085).
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Van a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 Van rates average: 15% fewer complaints than 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 1999 Chevrolet Van?
The steering — 3 complaints, 20% of all complaints for this model year, most often about gear box › shaft pitman. Next are the seat belts (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Van have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 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.
At what mileage do 1999 Chevrolet Van problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 73,000 miles; 0% 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.