Antilock brakes activate at very low speeds such as the last couple of feet before coming to a stop. This occurs on dry pavement with no skidding whatsoever. This increases stoping distances and I feel taha it could result in a crash.
The worst 1997 GMC M/L Van problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 GMC M/L Van 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy...
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest...
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- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- This bulletin states that general motors has decided that certain vehicles fail to confirm to...
What 1997 GMC M/L Van owners say
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Questions about the 1997 GMC M/L Van
Is the 1997 GMC M/L Van reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 GMC M/L Van, close to a typical M/L Van model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 GMC M/L Van?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1997 GMC M/L Van have?
No recalls on record.
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