1997 Chevrolet Venture vs 1998 Chevrolet Venture
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Chevrolet Venture |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 432 | 409 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 90 |
| Investigations | 8 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Chevrolet Venture |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 85 | 111 |
| Exterior Lighting | 62 | 59 |
| Steering | 76 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 31 |
| Structure | 44 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 22 |
| Visibility | 32 | 23 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 20 |
| Overheating | 22 | 14 |
| Steering problems | 20 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
1997 Chevrolet Venture
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.