1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: 0 recalls, 61 owner complaints.
Before 1999, Silverado 3500 was a trim level on Chevrolet's C/K pickup, not a separate model. Owners often file these reports under the trim name. For the full picture, also see the .
Recalls
0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E043000 · 2006 · 88,303 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The…
Why it matters: This condition May cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
The fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (26): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (8), leaks (2).
- Tires (7): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (7).
- Engine & cooling (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Steering (6): the most common themes are steering problems (5).
The 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has 61 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 32 Silverado 3500 model years for complaints (1.8× the average Silverado 3500 year). Complaints peaked in 1999 (17 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 61,517 miles. Neighboring years: 1996 (1 complaints, 0 recalls), 1998 (67 complaints, 0 recalls).
FAQ
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems?
Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (26), tires (7), engine & cooling (6).
Where can I get a 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.