1997 Chevrolet G30 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 22, 2004 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G30 years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Chevrolet G30. That ranks 3rd out of 7 G30 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1997 Chevrolet G30 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Visibility1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags250%———
Fuel System, Gasoline125%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic125%———
Visibility125%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1997, with 1 complaints
1997: 1199712000: 1200012001: 1200112004: 120041

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1997 Chevrolet G30 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Chevrolet G30.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When i was in an auto accident in october 1999 the airbag didn't work in the vehicle i was driving. Another vehicle struck me from behind and pushed me into the vehicle ahead. The airbag did not work because my head struck the steering wheel very hard.it left me bleeding in my brain.

Air Bags · received Jan 15, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10070795

1997 chevrolet van stalls when idling or driving. Acts as if fuel system shuts off - there is no warning or unusual noise. After stalling, will not start immediately. But, will start if allowed to cool 5-30 minutes. Problem has occurred 6 times between march 2001 and july 3, 2001 -- four times…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jul 4, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 747804

Accident due to brake failure, air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled. Vehicle had been brought in for brake problems 4 times prior to the incident. *ak *ml

Air Bags · received May 31, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 862763

While driving with the side windows down, objects (rocks, bugs, birds, etc.)strike exterior mirrors and then bounce off into vehicle, striking driver/passengers.

Visibility · received Nov 5, 1997 · NHTSA complaint 524323

Other Chevrolet G30 years

← 1996 G30 · 1998 G30 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 G3010
2001 G3040
1999 G3020
1998 G3031
199740
1996 G3074
1995 G30212

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet G30?

Owners most often report air bags, fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet G30?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 Chevrolet G30 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G30 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.