Chevrolet G van problems

General information about Chevrolet G van
Chevrolet G van years list
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
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The Chevrolet Van or Chevy Van (also known as the Chevrolet/GMC G-series vans and GMC Vandura) is a range of vans that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1964 to 1996 model years. Introduced as the successor for the rear-engine Corvair Corvan/Greenbrier, the model line also replaced the panel van configuration of the Chevrolet Suburban. The vehicle was sold both in passenger van and cargo van configurations as well as a cutaway van chassis that served as the basis for a variety of custom applications.

Produced across three generations (1964–66, 1967–70, and 1970–96), the model line was sold under a wide variety of model names under both the Chevrolet and GMC brands. The first two generations were forward control vehicles (with the engine placed between the seats); the third generation adopted a configuration placing the engine forward of the driver. The second and third generations shared powertrain commonality with the C/K pickup truck model line.

After the 1996 model year, GM retired the G-Series vans, replacing them with the GMT600-platform Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana.

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Common Chevrolet G van problems

The Chevrolet G20, a popular choice for full-sized vans, has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners.

EGR Valve Issues: A bad or disconnected EGR valve can cause knocking in the engine, particularly under specific throttle conditions. This issue is often caused by the ECM adjusting timing and fuel mixture when it recognizes an EGR fault.

Bad Hinges and Rust: The G20 is known for having issues with bad hinges, rust, a worn transmission (if abused), and front-end wear. These issues are common in older models and can lead to significant problems if not addressed promptly.

Computer/ECM Problems: Computer issues, such as problems with the ECM, can cause no-start conditions in the G20. Replacing the computer or related components may be necessary to resolve these issues.

Fuel Pressure Regulator Issues: Low fuel pressure in the line running to the throttle body can indicate a problem with the fuel pressure regulator. This issue can cause no-start conditions and may require rebuilding or replacing the regulator.

Spider Injection System: The spider injection system in some G20 models is known to be problematic. Leaks and other issues with this system can cause intermittent problems and may require replacement.

These common problems with the Chevrolet G20 can lead to significant downtime and costly repairs if not addressed promptly. Regular maintenance and inspections can help identify these issues early and prevent more significant problems from developing.

Where is the Chevy van made?

Wentzville, Missouri

United States: Wentzville, Missouri (Wentzville Assembly) Springfield, Ohio (Navistar)

What is the name of the Chevrolet vans?

Chevy Express Vans: Cargo, 12 Passenger and 15 Passenger.

Did Chevy ever make a van?

The Chevrolet Van or Chevy Van (also known as the Chevrolet/GMC G-series vans and GMC Vandura) is a range of vans that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1964 to 1996 model years.

What is the Chevy G series?

The Chevrolet and GMC G-Series vans were made by General Motors for North America. They are in the same vehicle class as the Ford Econoline van and the Dodge Ram Van. The term "Chevrolet van" also refers to the entire series of vans sold by Chevrolet.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Chevrolet G van years

We have researched Chevrolet problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chevrolet G van cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Chevrolet G van model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chevrolet G van model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Chevrolet G van years

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Chevrolet G van car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Chevrolet G van , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

Electrical system problems
Service brakes problems
Hydraulic problems
Fuel system problems
Power train problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Chevrolet G van vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by G van model years

A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by G van model years

There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by G van model years

There were a total of 5 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chevrolet G van . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chevrolet G van vehicles.

List of Chevrolet G van complaints

Chevrolet G van 2000

Date Of Incident: 2008-10-01
Date Complaint: 2015-11-20
VIN: 1GAHG39R1Y1
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET G VAN. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.

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Chevrolet G van 2000

Date Of Incident: 2015-03-01
Date Complaint: 2015-06-22
VIN: 1GBFG15R4Y1
Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET G VAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE DID NOT DISPLAY THE ACCURATE AMOUNT OF FUEL. THE FAILURE RECURRED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 106,000. UPDATED 09/03/2015*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CAN RUN OUT OF GAS WITHOUT WARNING. UPDATED 12/16/2015*JS

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Chevrolet G van 2002

Date Of Incident: 2007-04-19
Date Complaint: 2007-08-07
Number Of Injuries: 1
VIN: 1GCFG15WX21
Components: AIR BAGS
Summary: THE VEHICLE IS A 2002 CHEVY MODEL FG 15 WITH 63,500 MILES ON IT. IT IS A COMPANY DELIVERY VAN FOR A RESTAURANT THAT MY FAMILY OWNS. WE WERE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED. THE AIR BAG CAUGHT MY LEFT LEG WHICH WAS CROSSED OVER MY RIGHT LEG AT THE TIME. I HAD TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION FOR A DAMAGED LEG AND KNEE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO GATES CHEVY WORLD IN SOUTH BEND INDIANA. THE VIN NUMBER WAS CHECKED AND FOUND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NEVER IN ANY TYPE OF ACCIDENT. GATES PULLED THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT OUT AND THE UNDERLAY ON THE FLOOR AND FOUND THAT THE CONTROL BOX HAD DETERIORATED AND MAY HAVE SET THE AIR BAG OFF. THEY SAID THEY WERE GOING TO CALL FOR A TECHNICIAN FROM GM BUT NEVER DID. THEY SAID THIS HAD HAPPENED TO ONE OTHER VAN IN THE AREA. THEY FELT IT WASN'T THEIR FAULT THAT OWNERS ARE SUPPOSE TO TAKE OUT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, TAKE OUT THE FACTORY INSTALLED UNDERLAY AND ROUTINELY DRY OUT ALL OF THE CHEVY COMPONENTS BY (HAIR DRYER OR DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN THE AIR )???? I DIDN'T READ THAT IN THE OWNERS MANUAL. THE VEHICLE IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION AND HAS BEEN WELL TAKEN CARE OF. I CHECKED MY OTHER CAR MANUALS AND HAVE NOT READ WHERE WE ARE SUPPOSE TO BE AIRING VEHICLES OUT. THE VEHICLE IS A COMPANY WORK VEHICLE THAT WE HAVE LOST THE SERVICE OF FOR OVER 4 MONTHS. I STILL HAVE MEDICAL BILLS AND FUTURE MEDICAL BILLS FROM MY ANKLE. I HAVE FILED AN ASSISTANCE CLAIM # 71-527802216 WITH CHEVROLET. THE INITIAL PERSON, PEGGY CLARK, NEVER ASSISTED ME AND NEVER RETURNED CALLS. SHE HAD AN ASSISTANT DO SO, WHO WAS UNAWARE OF ALL THE INFORMATION I SENT,THAT THEY HAD REQUESTED. A CHRISTINE GRISWOLD TOOK OVER AND MOVED THE ASSISTANCE FORWARD. HOWEVER I HAVE NOT HEARD FROM CHEVY IN 2 WEEKS. WE ARE LOSING MONEY AND FAITH IN OUR DOMESTIC CAR COMPANY. HELP, SOMEONE! WHY DO WE NEED A LAWYER FOR THIS? *TR

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2005-05-26
Date Complaint: 2005-05-26
VIN: 1GBFG15R2V1
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: DT: PROBLEM WITH ABS BRAKES BEGAN IN 2003. AFTER REPLACEMENT OF ABS SYSTEM THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN WARNING WAS LIT THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED. MECHANIC SAID THAT CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO PUMP THE BRAKES. HOWEVER, IN RAINY CONDITIONS BRAKES SEEMED TO CAUSE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND PULLED THE VEHICLE TO RIGHT. MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT WAS COMING ON DUE TO COMPUTER PROBLEM. CONTACT BELIEVED THE COMPUTER WAS CAUSING THE ,PROBLEMS DUE TO THE COMPUTER BEING PLACED OUTSIDE NEAR THE TIRE. *AK

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Chevrolet G van 2002

Date Of Incident: 2004-07-10
Date Complaint: 2004-07-10
VIN: 1GAHG39R621
Components: SEATS
Summary: DRIVER SEAT ADJUSTER, FORWARD RELEASED SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN I BUMPED IT WITH MY LEG. THIS NEARLY RESULTED IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. THE ADJUSTMENT LEVER REQUIRES TOO LITTLE FORCE TO RELEASE. THE SPRING TENSION OF THE ADJUSTER SHOULD BE INCREASED FOR SAFETY.*AK

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Chevrolet G van 1999

Date Of Incident: 2003-12-17
Date Complaint: 2003-12-28
VIN: 1GNFG15R1X1
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: MAJOR DESIGN FLAWS IN THE ECM MODULE ENCLOSURE AND LOCATION OF ECM IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUSE PREMATURE AND CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. PERMANENT DAMAGE TO WIRING HARNESS ALSO OCCURS DUE TO WATER INTRUSION COMPLICATED BY ROAD SALT CONTAMINATION OF HARNESS CONNECTORS AND WIRING. ELECTRONIC PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS IN THE ECM BECOME EXPOSED TO ROAD SPRAY AND WHICH ALLOWS WATER TO POOL WITHIN THE ECM MODULE'S CASING. AFTER EVAPORATING, THIS WATER WILL LEAVE BEHIND THE ROAD SALTS THAT WERE IN SOLUTION CAUSING A BUILDUP OF SAME UNTILL UNIT FAILS. THESE CONDITIONS WILL BE FOUND ON NUMEROUS VEHICLES IN FREEZING/THAWING CYCLIC REGIONS. RECENTLY GM ISSUED A SERVICE BULLETIN THAT ACKNOWLEGES THIS PROBLEM. UNFORTUNATELY, IT DOES NOT EFFECTIVLY REACH OUT TO THE OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLE WHO MAY HAVE TOTAL ENGINE CONTROL FAILURE OCCUR UNDER THE WORST OF WEATHER CONDITIONS THEREBY CREATING A REAL COLLISION SAFETY HAZARD. *AK

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2003-09-12
Date Complaint: 2003-09-20
VIN: 1GBFG15R1V1
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: I OWN A 1997 CHEVY CUSTOMIZED VAN. I HAVE JUST HAD TO HAVE MY TRANSMISSION REBUILT WITH JUST 79,000 MILES. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT MECHANICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE VAN, MOST DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD. I'VE REPLACED 2 STARTERS, 2 FUEL PUMPS, 1 SPEEDOMETER, 3 BATTERIES, AND FUEL LEAKS OVER THE YEARS. THERE WERE ALSO 2 RECALL ITEMS, ONE DEALING WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM. ALL OF MY WORK HAS BEEN WITH LOCAL CHEVY SERVICE CENTERS, BUT NOT VERY HAPPY. AT AROUND 55,000 MILES, WE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION JUMPING OR SHIFTING ROUGHLY AT LOWER SPEEDS IN TOWN, BUT IT WAS INTERMITTENT. THE SERVICE CENTER SAID WE WOULD NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT A TREMENDOUS COST AT THAT TIME. MY QUESTIONS AT THE TIME ABOUT WHAT WAS THE CAUSE AND WHY AT SUCH A LOW MILEAGE WERE NEVER ANSWERED FULLY, AND I CHOSE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THE VAN. THE RECENT PROBLEM HAPPENED AT 79,000 WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION, WHICH MY WIFE WAS LUCKY. THERE HAD BEEN A BIG BANG, AND THE RESULT INITIALLY WAS A LOST REVERSE GEAR. I HAD IT TAKEN TO A REPUTABLE LOCAL TRANSMISSION SHOP AND WHEN I WENT TO TALK TO THE MECHANIC, FOUND OUT THE PROBLEM I WAS HAVING WAS WELL KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE INDUSTRY. AS A MATTER OF FACT HE HAD 5 GM VEHICLES AT HIS SHOP FOR THE SAME PROBLEM WITH BASICALLY THE SAME MILEAGE ON EACH. NOW WHEN I STARTED TO RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, I FIND MANY PEOPLE IN THE SAME SITUATION I AM, AND IT SEEMS THEY HAVE NO WAY TO GO, BECAUSE GM DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THERE IS A PROBLEM, OF WHICH I BELIEVE THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT ALL ALONG. THERE ARE VERY FEW AVENUES TO HANDLE THIS KIND OF SITUATION AND I HAVE FOUND WORKING WITH THE LOCAL DEALERS AND EVEN THE CORPORATE CUSTOMER SERVICES TO BE A VERITABLE NIGHTMARE AND NO GUARANTEE OF HELP. I JUST WANT TO BE HEARD ALONG WITH THE OTHERS WHO HAVE HAD THE SAME SITUATIONS OCCUR WITH THEIR VEHICLES. I ALSO FEEL LIKE THIS PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSIONS SHOULD ALSO BE COVERED UNDER SOME TYPE OF RECALL OR WARRANTY TO COVER THE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR. *JB

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2002-09-01
Date Complaint: 2003-08-18
VIN: 1GBFG15R9V1
Components: POWER TRAIN
Summary: PROBLEMS WITH 1997 CHEVROLET G-VAN TRANSMISSION.*MR THE CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE HIS TRANSMISSION 3 TIMES BECAUSE OF LEAKING. CHEVROLET HAS ONLY ISSUED A BULLETIN FOR 1991-1995 GMC TRUCK G VANS REGARDING A LEAK IN THE REAR EXTENSION HOUSING BUT THE PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING IN THE 97 MODELS. THE CONSUMER IS ASKING TO BE REIMBURSED FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1979.45. *CB *JB

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2003-07-23
Date Complaint: 2003-07-26
VIN: 1GBFG15R6V1
Components: POWER TRAIN
Summary: I HAVE A 1997 CHEVROLET G VAN HIGHWAY DRIVEN WITH ONLY 29,000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD FROM 1ST TO SECOND GEAR ONLY WHEN HOT. DEALER FOUND A DEFECTIVE VALVE BOBY ASSEMBLY.TIMED OUT OF WARRENTY COST $900 TO REPAIR. THE TRANSMISSION SHOULD HAVE LASTED DLONGER THAN 29,000 MILES. THIS IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT WHICH WAS NOT FROM WEARING OUT.*AK

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Chevrolet G van 2001

Date Of Incident: 2003-04-22
Date Complaint: 2003-04-23
VIN: 1GAHG39R511
Components: TIRES
Summary: THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA. LINCOLN HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING A NUMBER OF TIRE FAILURES ON 15 PASSENGER VANS. TIRES WHICH ARE PROPERLY INFLATED, AND WITH AMPLE TREAD LIFE ARE EXPERIENCING TREAD SEPARATION AND COMPLETE FAILURE. THE SIZE AND BRAND IS FIRESTONE STEELTEX RADIAL R49 LT245/75R16 LOAD RANGE "E" WE HAVE EXPERIENCE 4 TIRE FAILURES SINCE JANUARY 1, 2003/ *JB

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2003-01-01
Date Complaint: 2003-01-02
VIN: 1GBFG15R6V1
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS ENGAGED THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE, INSTEAD OF STOPPING AT DESIRED SPEED. VEHICLE IS A 1997 CHEVROLET CG11405 VAN. TS

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Chevrolet G van 1999

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
Date Complaint: 2002-10-30
Number Of Injuries: 2
VIN: 1GCGG29R6X1
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: TIMES THE BRAKES DO NOT WORK, THE VAN HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER FOR THIS PROBLEM AND NOW ON 10/24/2002 THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT. DT

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Chevrolet G van 2002

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
Date Complaint: 2002-04-04
VIN: 1GCGG25R521
Components: VISIBILITY
Summary: CONSUMER CAN'T SEE TO THE RIGHT OUT OF PASSENGER'S SIDE REARVIEW MIRROR, VEHICLE HAS PLAIN MIRRORS AND NOT CONVEX ONES. HAS A VERY SMALL FIELD OF VISION TO THE RIGHT. VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE WINDOWS. CONTACTED CHEVROLET, AND CHEVROLET INDICATED ONLY PUT CONVEX MIRRORS ON VEHICLES WITH WINDOWS.*AK *TT

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2001-04-13
Date Complaint: 2002-03-08
VIN: 1GCHG39R3V1
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE, AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE MANUFACTURER AND WORK WAS COMPLETED, CONSUMER STATED THAT FUEL GAUGE BEGAN FLUCTUATING AFTER THE THE RECALL WORK WAS DONE, THE FUEL GAUGE WILL JUMP FROM FULL TO 1/4 TANK WHILE DRIVING. *YH

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Chevrolet G van 1997

Date Of Incident: 2001-04-13
Date Complaint: 2002-03-08
VIN: 1GCHG39R3V1
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE, AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE MANUFACTURER AND WORK WAS COMPLETED, CONSUMER STATED THAT FUEL GAUGE BEGAN FLUCTUATING AFTER THE THE RECALL WORK WAS DONE, THE FUEL GAUGE WILL JUMP FROM FULL TO 1/4 TANK WHILE DRIVING. *YH

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Recalls Chevrolet G van

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the Chevrolet G van.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.

Model: Chevrolet G van 1994
Report Received Date: 1993-09-15
Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Summary: THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSH ROD RETAINER IS MISSING, MISPOSITIONED OR NOT PROPERLY SEATED.
Consequence: BRAKE PEDAL PUSH ROD PROBLEMS CAN CAUSE THE STOP LAMPSWITCH AND THE BRAKE BOOSTER PUSH ROD TO DISCONNECT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL,RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKE OPERATION, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUTPRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: INSPECT VEHICLES TO ASSURE THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSH ROD RETAINER IS PRESENT AND FULLY SEATED IN ITS CORRECT POSITION.