The power steering assist is erratic. While driving - generally most noticeable at highway speeds, the steering wheel will "jerk" slightly, or feel as if it is held back for a second or two and suddenly released. Most noticeable in straight ahead or slight turn situations.
The worst 1997 Chevrolet K Series problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes3
- Steering2
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- Brakes3
- Steering2
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet K Series 54
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Subject regarding revised drum brakes component specifications for pickup and utility models
- Special policy adjustment for vehicles experiencing a failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection...
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight
- Some owners may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle orhard start due to a deposit...
- Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500...
- Service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle, or hard start due to a deposit build-up on the sequential...
- Failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection pump, leading to complaints of poor performance or fuel...
- Some owners may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle or hard start
- Some customers may comment on hard, no, or slow start, backfire or kickback during crank / start, grinding...
- Some vehicles that are registered in california, equipped with a 4.3L, 5.0L or 5.7L engine and california...
What 1997 Chevrolet K Series owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Noted ABS activation at low speeds - approx. 5 MPH under very gentle brake activation. No accident or consequences, since I was concerned about any braking abnormalities. Took to dealer, who replaced the ABS "hub and switch" of one wheel.
While turning the steering wheel, it jerked unexpectedly. The driver took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
When applying the brakes any given wheel will lock up, and vehicle will skid,,especially in wet weather. Dealer says brakes are normal.
When anti-lock brake system is left on it causes the rotors to warp. When towing a load of 3000 lbs. The brake system will fail to operate properly. Dealer notified, and will not repair without cost to the consumer. Problem has occurred on numerous occasions which almost involved consumer in a serious accident.
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Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet K Series
Is the 1997 Chevrolet K Series reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet K Series, 5.0 times a typical K Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet K Series?
Brakes, with 3 complaints. Next is steering (2).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet K Series have?
No recalls on record.
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