Chevrolet Chevy VAN Problems by Year
NHTSA has 73 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Chevy VAN, across 8 model years (1995–2003). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Chevrolet Chevy VAN years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Chevy VAN model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 Chevy VAN: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 Chevy VAN: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 Chevy VAN: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1996 Chevy VAN: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 Chevy VAN: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 Chevy VAN: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
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 Chevy VAN problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Structure | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Chevy VAN model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Chevy VAN | 10 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2001 Chevy VAN | 13 | 0 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2000 Chevy VAN | 7 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1999 Chevy VAN | 12 | 0 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1998 Chevy VAN | 10 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1997 Chevy VAN | 12 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1996 Chevy VAN | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1995 Chevy VAN | 7 | 0 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Chevy VAN years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (13), 1999 (12), 1997 (12). 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 Chevy VAN?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 10 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Chevy VAN have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.