While driving,the consumer smelled a burnt odor coming from the front. The driver was able to pull over and lifted up the hood of the vehicle and discovered smoke coming from the engine. The vehicle caught fire. The driver was able to extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the electrical wires had shortened out from the alternator. Electrical wires and alternator needed replacement. Please fill in additional information. *jb *tc
The worst 1997 Chevrolet Caprice problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1997 Chevrolet Caprice owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving, the vehicle stalled. The consumer was able to restart the vehicle and drove it to a gas station. The mechanic informed the consumer that the engine needed to be replaced. Please fill in additional information.
Brake valve failed prior to recall notice.
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Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice
Is the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice, fewer than a typical Caprice model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Caprice have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet Caprice have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Caprice model years with the most brakes complaints are 1991 (31 complaints), 1992 (30 complaints) and 1994 (18 complaints).
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