Chevrolet G35 problems
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 G35 problems
The Chevrolet G35, also known as the Infiniti G35, is a popular sports sedan known for its performance and luxury features. However, like any vehicle, it can experience common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are some of the most common issues with the Chevrolet G35, based on search results:
- Malfunctioning Crankshaft Angle Sensor or Camshaft Position Sensor: A number of Infiniti G35 vehicles released from 2003-2008 were reported to have a malfunctioning crankshaft angle sensor or camshaft position sensor. This issue can cause a noticeable loss of engine power and serious drivability issues due to the faulty part. Nissan issued a recall for some of the affected model years due to a manufacturing error on the crankshaft position sensor or camshaft position sensor, which caused the engine to stop running abruptly.
- Steering Rack Leaking: The most-reported problem with the 2003 Infiniti G35 is steering rack leaking. This issue can cause the steering to feel loose or unresponsive, and can lead to a loss of control while driving. The average cost to fix this problem is $3,400, and it is most commonly reported at an average mileage of 10,000 miles.
- Check Engine Light and Drivability Issues: Some owners of the 2007 Infiniti G35 have reported experiencing a check engine light and drivability issues. These problems can include the engine shutting off while driving, and the car feeling like it is just idling or coasting. These issues can be caused by a faulty sensor, such as the left throttle body, and can be resolved by replacing the faulty part.
In conclusion, while the Chevrolet G35 is a popular and well-regarded sports sedan, it can experience common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues can include faulty interior accessories, malfunctioning crankshaft angle sensors or camshaft position sensors, steering rack leaking, and check engine light and drivability issues. If you are considering purchasing a Chevrolet G35, it is important to be aware of these potential problems and to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic before making a purchase.
Is the INFINITI G35 a reliable car?
The INFINITI G35 is one of the best sports sedans out there. Even its base model is highly reliable. It's also very spacious, and you can easily fit your luggage and other things inside. The G35 is not just fit for road trips because of this.
How many miles can a G35 last?
Unless you romp on it too often or skip out on maintenance, the Infiniti G35 should last more than 200,000 miles without any major issues.
What is a common problem with INFINITI?
Faulty Alternator
Electrical issues can be frustrating, but they're not uncommon in any car, including INFINITI models. If you notice any electrical issues in your INFINITI, it's important to address them right away to prevent further damage to your car's electrical system.
Which is more reliable G35 or G37?
Both the G35 and the G37 are fantastically reliable. There were a few minor niggles with the G35, which Infinity later ironed out when it came to the G37. Some G35 owners have reported excessive oil consumption, timing chain tensioners, and various other minor issues.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Chevrolet G35 years
We have researched Chevrolet problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chevrolet G35 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Chevrolet G35 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chevrolet G35 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Chevrolet G35 years
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Chevrolet G35 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Chevrolet G35 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Tires problems
- Structure problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Chevrolet G35 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by G35 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 injuries by G35 model years
There were a total of 2 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 20 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chevrolet G35 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chevrolet G35 vehicles.
List of Chevrolet G35 complaints
Chevrolet G35 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-26
- Date Complaint: 2016-05-13
- VIN: 1GBJG31R121
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SEE ATTACHED LETTER
Chevrolet G35 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-20
- Date Complaint: 2013-06-20
- VIN: 1GCHG35R9Y1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: MY SIDE CARGO DOOR HINGES SIZED UP BECAUSE WHEN THEY MANUFACTURED THE 2000 CHEVY EXPRESS 3500 THEY DIDN'T MAKE THEM WITH GREASE FITTINGS. SO THERE IS NOTHING YOU CAN DO TO GREASE THEM NOW I AM STUCK PAYING ANYWHERE FROM 1500 TO 2000 USD. THE BLUE BOOK ON MY VAN ISN'T WORTH THAT MUCH,I AM STUCK WITH A VAN THAT SIDE DOOR WON'T OPEN & NO ONE WILL BUY. I FEEL THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURE DEFECT BECAUSE THERE IS NO GREASE FITTINGS TO OIL.I HAVE SPOKE WITH DEALERS & THEY HAVE SEEN MORE THAN THEIR FAIR SHARE OF THIS PROBLEM. ONE REASON IS THAT IT TAKES A LOT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE OTHER REASON IS PERSONAL, THE FACT THAT THE PARTS ARE DEALERSHIP ONLY! I RUN MY BUSINESS OUT OF THIS VAN,THE ENGINE IS IN GREAT SHAPE BUT I CAN'T DO ANYTHING WITH IT BECAUSE OF THE HINGES ARE BROKEN. H E L P! *TR
Chevrolet G35 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-17
- Date Complaint: 2007-08-06
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: FIRESTONE STEEL-TEX RADIAL LT245/75/R16 ON A 2002 CHEVROLET 3500, 13 PASSENGER VAN. TIRE TREAD PEELED COMPLETELY OFF DOWN TO THE STEEL WIRE CORE, 28,000 MILES ON TIRES. *TR
Chevrolet G35 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-04
- Date Complaint: 2003-10-01
- VIN: 1GBHG31R311
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TWO INCIDENTS OF FAILURES OF FIRESTONE STEELTEX R4S (LT245/75R16 LOAD RANGE E) INSTALLED AS OEM TIRES ON 2001 CHEVROLET 3500 VAN MODIFIED AS 2002 ROADTREK MODL. 200 MOTORHOME. *LA
Chevrolet G35 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-11
- Date Complaint: 2003-03-12
- VIN: 1GBHG31FXY1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE OIL COOLER LINE REPEAT FAILURES WHICH CAN SOAK LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE WITH OIL. AND HAVE A POSSIBILITY OF FIRE OR ENGINE FAILURE.*JB
Chevrolet G35 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-30
- Date Complaint: 2002-08-02
- VIN: 1GBHG31F4W1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: INTERIOR SUPPORT TO FRONT BUMPER RUSTED AND CAME OFF. *AK *SCC
Chevrolet G35 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-23
- Date Complaint: 2001-08-13
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 8 OF 14 BOLTS THAT HOLD THE BODY ON FRAME BROKE.
Chevrolet G35 1998
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2001-01-13
- VIN: 1GCHG35R4W1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: 3 TIRES FAILED BEGINNING 8/9/99 & 9/00 -LARGE BUBBLE UNDER OUTSIDE OF TREAD-ALWAYS AT HIWAY SPEEDS[50-65] ALL TIRES REPLACED WITH NON-FIRESTONE. *AK (TIRESIZE: 245/75/R16)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 245/75/R16 )
Chevrolet G35 1998
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-02
- Date Complaint: 2000-09-13
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCHG39R7W1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRE TREAD SEPARATED WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY WITH NO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. *AK( DOT NUMBER: VNTTBTA387 TIRE SIZE: 245/75R16 )
Chevrolet G35 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 2000-08-14
- VIN: 1GBJG31R3X1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: FRONT BRAKES WOULD OVERHEAT, AND CAUSE VEHICLE TO PULL EITHER TO RIGHT OR LEFT WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 10 TIMES, AND MECHANIC INDICATED THAT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE RESOLVED. DISTRICT MANAGER DROVE VEHICLE, AND INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH BRAKES. HE RECOMMENDED THAT NO MORE SERVICE WORK TO BE DONE ON THE TRUCK UNDER WARRANTY. *AK
Chevrolet G35 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-20
- Date Complaint: 1999-12-01
- VIN: 1GCHG35R7V1
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE ENGINE HAS TURNED OFF, THE POWER BRAKES FAILED AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THIS CARGO VAN, FULLY LOADED, IS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL, WHEN THIS OCCURS(3 TIMES IN 18 MONTHS) THE DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE SITUATION, AND HAS INSTRUCTED ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH A RECORDING DEVICE PLUGGED INTO ITS COMPUTER. THIS WILL ALLOW ME TO PRESS A RED BUTTON TO INITIATE RECORDING WHEN THE PROBLEM RECURRS, HOWEVER I THINK DRIVIND THIS VEHICLE ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAYS IS A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO MYSELF AND THE OTHER DRIVERS AND PEDESTRIANS. *AK
Chevrolet G35 1999
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-29
- Date Complaint: 1999-08-10
- VIN: 1GBJG31R0X1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,TIRES
- Summary: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ARE LOCKING UP WHEN CONSUMER GENTLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE / VIBRATE, WHICH RESULTS IN LOSS OF CONTROL. HOWEVER, THE FRONT TIRES ARE EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE WEAR DUE TO FAILURE. *YC
Chevrolet G35 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1997-08-05
- Date Complaint: 1998-02-10
- VIN: 1GCHG39J6V1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS BRAKING PROBLEM IS CAUSED BY FRONT TO REAR PROPORTIONING. IDOT TRUCK TESTING SHOWED THAT THE FRONT BRAKING DOES APPROXIMATELY 90 PERCENT OF THE TOTAL BRAKING CAUSING THE FRONT TIRES TO LOCK PREMATURELY THUS ACTIVATING THE ABS. THIS CAUSES A DRASTIC REDUCTION IN THE BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE.
Chevrolet G35 1995
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-26
- Date Complaint: 1996-02-26
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE FRONT BRAKE PADS, BRAKES HAVE TO BE REPLACED EVERY 11K MILES. *AK
Chevrolet G35 1995
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-26
- Date Complaint: 1996-02-26
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE FRONT BRAKE PADS, BRAKES HAVE TO BE REPLACED EVERY 11K MILES. *AK