1997 Chevrolet Metro Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Metro years
- Not enough data 4th of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Chevrolet Metro. That ranks 4th out of 4 Metro model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Chevrolet Metro problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1997 Chevrolet Metro recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Chevrolet Metro.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I purchased a used 1997 malibu about three years ago. Since i have brought it i have had to put alot of money into it. My main concern is the theft system. It has left me sitting quite a few times. I have had the ignition replaced about 2 years ago and it looks like i will have to have it done…
Other Chevrolet Metro years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Metro | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 Metro | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 Metro | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Metro?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Metro?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Chevrolet Metro a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Metro model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.