Van-Con Chevy Problems by Year
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Van-Con Chevy, across 2 model years (2008–2009). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (24). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Van-Con Chevy years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Chevy model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Chevy: 24 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Chevy: 14 complaints, 1 recall
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 Van-Con Chevy problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Van-Con Chevy model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Chevy | 14 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2008 Chevy | 24 | 1 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Van-Con Chevy years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (24), 2009 (14). 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 Van-Con Chevy?
Air Bags, with 20 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Van-Con Chevy have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.