Chevrolet Trans Sport Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Trans Sport, across 2 model years (1998–2002). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Chevrolet Trans Sport years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Trans Sport model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 Trans Sport: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 Trans Sport: 1 complaint, 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 Trans Sport problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Trans Sport model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Trans Sport | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1998 Trans Sport | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Trans Sport years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (2), 2002 (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 Trans Sport?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Trans Sport have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.