Needs replaced frontend hubs ,tierod,pinion repairs/recall this van needs a new owner!!! Nothing but costly repairs chevy needs to recall all them ventures.
1997 Chevrolet Venture suspension problems
12 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Front6
- Rear: shock absorber2
- Rear: springs: air suspension system1
- Rear1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Chevrolet Venture suspension problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Rear axle trailing arm failure
On november 18, 2002, odi opened a preliminary evaluation (pe02-086) to evaluate allegations of rear axle trailing arm failures in the subject vehicles (u-van) which included two reporting crashes.on april 9, 2003, odi upgraded pe02-086 to an engineering analysis (ea03-005) to continue its examination of the issue. The trailing arm design in these vehicles has been used in the u-van from my 1997 through the present.the gm analysis concluded that the subject trailing arms could crack or buckle if they were damaged during assembly, pre-delivery handling, or subjected to certain service related abuse conditions such as improper towing or jacking.analysis of odi and gm data has identified 19 incidents of rear axle trailing arm failures in the subject vehicles.there have been no new reports to odi or gm in the last 12 months and only one new complaint in the last 21 months. Due to the low complaint rate and the absence of a continuing trend in reported failures, a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances. For additional information, see the attached closing report.
EA03005
What 1997 Chevrolet Venture owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The rear air ride pump continues to inflate rear shocks more often and also runs when the van is off the kills the battery. Connected air pump in the left rear under the van and replaced rear air shocks with aftermarket non air shocks.
The paint has peeled off and yet gm canada claims no problem and refuses to hear our complaint let alone acknowledge it yet we can see for ourselves on this site the u.s. Acknowledgement! The floorboard cracked under the driver's seat and it's been a day and we have yet to hear from our local retailer!
The rear left wheel bearing became loose, which caused the tire to wobble while driving.
Worsening over the course of one week occurring at all speeds power steering locks up while turning left. Chevrolet dealership chevy chase maryland states rack and pinion cracked requiring replacement, power steering flush and hose replacement, and alignment required for tires after placement of new rack and pinion. No mention made of history of gm 1997 model rack and pinion similar problems though history of same found over internet.
Had to have the engine rebuilt, new fuel pump, front/rear shocks & struts,intermediate steering shaft assembly, brakes. I think there is something extremely wrong with this vehicle and it should be investigated.
Told dealer that engine is knocking/making a ticking sound. Can hear it clearly from within or outside of the van. Took it to dealer once already and will be taking it again on tuesday, october 17, 2000 for testing. Engine is also taking longer to start...hard start no matter if hot/cold start. Already had to have new brakes, shocks and struts put on the vehichle.
Noticed shimmy in front at low speeds, mostly at acceleration. Took to mechanic who diagnosed it as a defect in the front axle(inboard). Notified gm and they will also inspect on 8/25
Shortly after purchase, heard banging/thumping noise in rear when stopping and accelerating. Happens when tank is full or 3/4 full only. Replaced shocks and gas tank. Continue to have problem and dealer/mfg unable to determine cause. Very annoying and frustrating that manufacturer can't correct obvious problem.
While driving next to a big truck trailer, vehicle wanders to right and to the left. This could resulrt in loss of vehicle control and crash. Please provide further information.
Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Venture suspension
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Venture have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the suspension of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet Venture suspension problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Venture suspension?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Venture have bad suspension?
The Chevrolet Venture model years with the most suspension complaints are 1999 (15 complaints) and 1997 (12 complaints).
Other 1997 Chevrolet Venture problems
Engine 85Steering 76Lights 64Electrical 53Body 44Brakes 42Visibility 32Seat belts 24Transmission 24Fuel system 23Airbags 15Seats 13Tires 13Locks 12Acceleration 11Wheels 2Driver assistance 1
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