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1997 Chevrolet C Series problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Chevrolet C Series is windows, wipers and visibility, typically around 62,000 miles. It has 11.0 times the complaints of a typical C Series model year.

Typical year11.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
22
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
56
Worst area
Visibility

The worst 1997 Chevrolet C Series problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Visibility
    12
  • Brakes
    4
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Steering
    3
  • Electrical
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Suspension
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Chevrolet C Series

Wipers 12

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series 56

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 56 bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet C Series

What 1997 Chevrolet C Series owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 17, 2011 · Visibility · 55,000 miles · NC

Windshield wipers stop working when they want to. This has been happening for approx. 7 years. There was a recall on the 1996 model but gm would not cover my 1997 model, said if I pay to replace circuit board and send to them they may or may not pay but was not included in recall although is just as hazardous as year earlier model. This is a very serious situation as wipers will just stop in any position at will then next time I turn them on they may work or not.

Filed Sep 9, 2009 · Steering · 58,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet cheyenne. When the contact attempted to turn the vehicle to the right he noticed that the vehicle would slightly pull to that direction longer than desired. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer and the contact has noticed the problem since the vehicle was purchased. The current and failure mileages were 58,000. Updated 10/21/09 *bf the problem was the evo sensor. Updated 10/20/09

Filed Nov 14, 2005 · Visibility · 145,000 miles · TX

Windshield wipers work intermittently or not at all and vehicle (1997 chevrolet pickup) is not included and recall 03023. Parts are being replaced.

Filed Nov 9, 2005 · Visibility · CA

Consumer winsheild wipers would stop and buzz at times on the 1997 chevrolet cheyenne. *ts the module was replaced and the consumer has not experienced any more problems.

Filed Jun 10, 2005 · Brakes, Seat belts · NY

Dt: the contact states that the windshield wiper motor on his vehicle was supposed to be covered under warranty. The manufacturer explained that the wipers would not be replaced until they failed. The windshield wiper motor would work intermittently. The problem with the motor was that it burnt like a mother board for the motor and it burnt all the copper tips and the plastic off of the wiring. Also the seat belts would lock and then while driving the seat belt will come unlocked. The seat belts failed intermittently also. The contact owns a 1997 chevy cheyenne. The contact has had three sets of brakes and there is only like 67843 miles on the vehicle. *nm several components relating to the brake system were replaced. The original equipment tires (goodyear wrangler rts) were the wrong size and had to be replaced.

Filed Apr 7, 2005 · Visibility · TN

Windshield wipers worked intermittently, making it difficult to see the road during inclement weather. Consumer contacted manufacturer.

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Visibility · 90,000 miles · IL

Intermittently the windshield wipers malfunctioned, causing poor visibility while driving in rainy or snowy weather. Dealer had not been contacted, and the cause of the failure had not yet been determined.

Filed Dec 21, 2004 · Seat belts, Visibility · 62,000 miles · NY

Front seat belts intermittently unlocked from the belt buckle. Also, front windshield wipers failed intermittently. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problems.

Filed Dec 3, 2004 · Brakes, Fuel system · 53,329 miles · NY

Fuel injection system was repaired by the dealer after the vehicle lost pressure. Currently, windshield wipers work intermittently. *ak the transmission was slipping because the motor was not functioning properly, the fuel injectors were the main cause for all of there parts to malfunction and break down, the ABS brakes were activating on dry pavement at slower speeds, the steering wheel off center and vehicle pulled to the left and would intermittently clunk and found loose pitman arm, the vehicle would skip and shake, and the catalytic converter gave insufficient efficiency. *sc the fuel injection was repaired. The service dealer refused to repair anything dealing with the engine. The consumer stated that the windshield wiper motor has not yet been corrected.

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Visibility · 32,000 miles · KY

Windshield wipers worked intermittently. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN.

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Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet C Series

Is the 1997 Chevrolet C Series reliable?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet C Series, 11.0 times a typical C Series model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet C Series?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 12 complaints, typically around 62,000 miles. Next is brakes (4).

How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet C Series have?

No recalls on record.

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