10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,667 miles

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problem #3

Nov 252015

Venture

  • 122,000 miles
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while making a left turn at approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09E005000 (steering). The failure mileage was 122,000.

- West Pittston, PA, USA

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problem #2

Jan 152003

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • 0 miles
Since purchasing this van I have had numerous problems, with the most recent being an engine replacement. This problem stems from the bad design of GM's intake gasket which breaks down and causes anti-freeze to leak into the engine causing premature wear and/or replacement.

- Vassar, MI, USA

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problem #1

Feb 012002

Venture

  • miles
While traveling on highway and without prior warning wind blew van into a ditch and it slammed into a tree. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Newton Falls, OH, USA

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