Chevrolet B7 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 13, 2003 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet B7, across 7 model years (1995–2001). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.

Peak: 1995, with 1 complaints
1995: 1199511996: 1199611997: 0199701998: 0199801999: 0199902000: 0200002001: 020010

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chevrolet B7 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No B7 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1996 B7: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 B7: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chevrolet B7 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Suspension110
Visibility110

All Chevrolet B7 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2001 B701——
2000 B702——
1999 B703——
1998 B703——
1997 B702——
1996 B710—Suspension
1995 B711—Visibility

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chevrolet B7 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (1), 1995 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet B7?

Suspension, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet B7 have?

7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.