There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van, but owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other — 2
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 83,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 83,000 miles · reported Apr 2, 2014
2003 chevy venture suddenly accelerate and continually gain speed even without my foot on the gas pedal. I actually have to ride the brakes to get within the 25 MPH speed limit all the way. This event repeating themselves every two days waiting for an accident. I went atleast 4 mechanics they cleaned everything they kept my car three days each. They don't know what is the problem. I want GM to fix this problem. My car is 10 years old. This doesn't mean I have to fly up to the moon with it, killing my family and other people.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 120,000 miles · reported Dec 2, 2011
I noticed a very strong odor of gas every time I filled the car. In december, I saw a larger pool of gas under my car as I was fill the tank. I looked under and saw most of the gas was spilling onto the ground. Took the car in to the deal and found out the filler tube was rusted through. The reason for this type of problem on a car that is 8 years old stems around the covering around the tube. Water gets trapped and cannot dry. Bad design. Luckily, I do not smoke.
Seats · at 80,000 miles · reported Jul 26, 2010
The contact owns a 2003 chevrolet 1500 conversion van.(N/a) the contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the driver seat independently became extremely hot and scorched the seat. The dealer advised that the failure was caused by an electrical shortage. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The current and failure mileages were approximately 80,000.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 49,698 miles · reported Jun 4, 2006
We have a 2003 chevrolet venture van v6 3.4l, odometer-49698. Vehicle made an odd sound when starting. This sound happened suddenly. We took it to the closest automotive repair shop their computer indicated a misfire code and they suggested changing the plugs. We opted to take the van to our mechanic. They checked the plugs and they looked brand new and were in good condition. The following description is straight from the service advisor of the automotive shop : one cylinder only has 35 PSI and there is a tapping noise in the top half of the engine. Will need to tear the upper end down for…
Structure · reported May 28, 2006
Chevy venture minivan rear sliding power doors do not reverse and are very dangerous causing an injury to my 12 year old daughter while entering the van when the door suddenly closed on her and potential death to a young child.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Van?
Owners report seat belts problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 83,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.