1997 GMC M/L VAN Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 26, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other M/L VAN years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 GMC M/L VAN. That is the most of any M/L VAN model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 131,000 miles. 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 GMC M/L VAN problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~131,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1100%131,000——

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

1997 GMC M/L VAN recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 GMC M/L VAN.

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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.

Antilock brakes activate at very low speeds such as the last couple of feet before coming to a stop. This occurs on dry pavement with no skidding whatsoever. This increases stoping distances and i feel taha it could result in a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received May 26, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10122217

Other GMC M/L VAN years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2000 M/L VAN10
199710

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC M/L VAN?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1997 GMC M/L VAN?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 GMC M/L VAN a good year?

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