Major Problems with 2001 Chevrolet Venture Derived from Complaints & Recalls
Custom-fit Add-ons
Worst 3 complaints of 2001 Chevrolet Venture
2001 Chevrolet Venture
AIR BAGS
Victims: 7
2001 Chevrolet Venture
FRONTAL
Victims: 4
Mileage: 35000 miles
2001 Chevrolet Venture
FRONTAL
Victims: 3
Browse 2001 Chevrolet Venture complaints by category
Problems with AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING and DOOR are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Chevrolet Venture owners.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
| AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN this has happened 4 times same problem 1st time van was not running popped out of gear went down the... |
21
~ 42675 miles |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING transmission slips after sitting when first starting out horn honks occasionally while driving power sliding door on driver's side won't... |
14
~ 33871 miles |
| DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE the passenger side power sliding door kept getting stuck. it would not lock or stay closed not even manually. the... |
13
~ 24177 miles |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the chevy venture fails to maintain fuel levels at appropriate intervals. this constitutes frequent stops and panicking over when and |
9
~ 111639 miles |
| COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i have been trying to get my a/c condenser fixed with gm. i have gone through many different representatives and... |
9
~ 61897 miles |
| AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT 2001 chevy venture 12 months old approx 14 000 miles radiator seam split right lower corner leaking antifreeze. ac also... |
9
~ 43890 miles |
| MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING consumer noticed an oil puddle in the driveway after having an oil change performed. this occurred because of a defective... |
8
~ 50687 miles |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM purchased van july 2001. i have discontinued putting my son in installed child seat because he complains it hurts his... |
8
~ 38722 miles |
| FRONTAL > AIR BAGS vehicle was involved in a collision in which driver's air bag did not deploy. cause unknown. *ak consumer states there |
8
~ 21579 miles |
| STRUCTURE the top front window seal cracked which caused water to leak inside the vehicle. *jb... |
7
~ 26270 miles |
| AIR BAGS airbag light comes on intermittently. dealer has been contacted.*ak... |
7
~ 26514 miles |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. the contact stated that there was a gasoline odor as he noticed... |
6
~ 132833 miles |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER while in motion another vehicle ran a stop sign and struck the vehicle. the consumer lost control causing the vehicle... |
6
~ 12107 miles |
| TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2001 chevrolet venture - tail lights filled with water when it rained causing the tail light brake bulb to short. |
5
~ 62266 miles |
| LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES we have had the auto slider door (rt side) fail 3 times. the first time in nov 2001 the door... |
5
~ 23200 miles |
| WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY chevolet venture 2001 was rented from enterprise for a trip from ct. to pa. the back trunk of the van |
5
~ 9200 miles |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING no brake lights on my van all fuses are good and so are the bulbs. *tr... |
4
~ 41250 miles |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i purchased the vehicle brand new in 2001. since then my vcr that is installed in the venture was defective... |
4
~ 14750 miles |
| HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM transmission slips after sitting when first starting out horn honks occasionally while driving power sliding door on driver's side won't... |
4
~ 15000 miles |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES power sliding door on chevrolet venture stops working intermittently stuck shut on several occasions and now appears to be opening... |
4
~ 91514 miles |
| EQUIPMENT while my vehicle was parked and turned off my 4 year old knocked it out of gear come to find... |
4
~ 40250 miles |
| FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER as the vehicle idled in traffic the temperature gauge crept into the hot zone then slowly went back to normal... |
4
~ 32000 miles |
| ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC when backing out vehicle will jump and then accelerate . brakes will not stop vehicle. sometimes vehicle would jump and... |
4
|
| SEAT BELTS this accident happened in a rental car through national car rental in ft. lauderdale fl. my wrist was broken in... |
4
~ 16250 miles |
| ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the service engine light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop where a mechanic determined nothing was wrong. |
4
~ 34290 miles |
| WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY the windshield wipers are hitting against each other while operating. this repair was done by the dealer on several occasions |
3
~ 88293 miles |
| REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS i own a 2001 chevrolet venture warner brothers edition minivan. in the past nine months the seatbelt from the first... |
3
~ 11667 miles |
| POWER TRAIN the vehicle to accelerate when trying to pull of from a light. *jb... |
3
~ 142667 miles |
| RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT the passenger side power sliding door kept getting stuck. it would not lock or stay closed not even manually. the... |
3
|
| CHILD SEAT in a low speed low impact crash the chest clip on the integral child safety seat came open. my son... |
3
|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL when backing out vehicle will jump and then accelerate . brakes will not stop vehicle. sometimes vehicle would jump and... |
3
~ 88667 miles |
| TIRES the consumer rented the vehicle for travel while driving the left front tire blewout suddenly(firestone). nlm... |
3
~ 10667 miles |
| PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN vehicle was parked in driveway with engine running driver reportedly put vehicle in park child in child seat in rear... |
3
|
| GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING vehicle has stalled 3 times at 60 mph. dealer has replaced computer twice.but it did not solve problem.*ak... |
3
|
| SEATS my 13 year old son reached under the rear bench seat to hide his cd player in a parking lot... |
3
|
| ENGINE car will speed up on its own and accelerate. the venture will also over heat after running for 10 min.... |
2
~ 189078 miles |
| TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING taillight circuit boards overheat and melt causing failure. left one happened 3 years ago while under warranty. and most recently... |
2
~ 85175 miles |
| WHEELS the right rear wheel locked up after shifting the vehicle into reverse. vehicle was towed to a repaired shop. the |
2
~ 126950 miles |
| 12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM consumer complained about an abs brake system problem. the rear brake cylinder broke and vehicle leaked brake fluid. also intake... |
2
~ 11266 miles |
| POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY driver window would not roll up or down. dealer repaired with new motor. windows (both) have since gone out twice.... |
2
|
| ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC abs sensor light continued to stay on. *ak... |
2
~ 27766 miles |
| CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN check engine light stays on - defect with software on pcm that controls egr code 1404. *la... |
2
~ 39500 miles |
| HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY 10 year old girl attempted to enter rear passenger sliding (non-automatic) door of 2001 chevy venture when the bolts and... |
2
~ 41133 miles |
| INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while driving dash board lights would start flashing off and on. consumer would have no idea how fast she was... |
2
~ 18000 miles |
| ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS we have had the auto slider door (rt side) fail 3 times. the first time in nov 2001 the door... |
2
|
| MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY the passenger side power sliding door kept getting stuck. it would not lock or stay closed not even manually. the... |
2
|
| SIDEWALL > TIRES driving south on i-5 at approx 70mph rear tires went flat. first rear passenger tire blew to shreds and sidewall... |
2
|
| TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING consumer had noticed some problem with the steering. had taken vehicle to dealer and they replaced inner tie rod. please |
2
~ 28621 miles |
| RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2001 chevy venture 12 months old approx 14 000 miles radiator seam split right lower corner leaking antifreeze. ac also... |
2
~ 47750 miles |
| TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE while traveling on highway there is a noise coming from underneath the vehicle. when backing up there is a noise... |
2
|
| HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING headlights flick on/off at different times. on one occssion headlights flicked off and the engine shutdown with no warning. also |
2
~ 91500 miles |
| BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING consumer states the brake light fuses began to burn out. *jg when this occurred the vehicle had not brake lights.... |
2
~ 42675 miles |
| GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM egr valve failure. *ak... |
2
~ 8021 miles |
| BODY > STRUCTURE other part affected is the jack this style van rusts thru in front of the rear wheel well where the... |
1
~ 170000 miles |
| HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. while driving 5 mph the brake pedal was depressed and it went down... |
1
~ 83000 miles |
| PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. the contact stated that the brake pedal extended to the floor when depressed.... |
1
~ 96000 miles |
| SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. the air conditioning system failed while in use. the dealer stated that the... |
1
~ 85000 miles |
| DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY tl* - the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture van. the defrost does not defrost the front and side windows.... |
1
~ 99600 miles |
| FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE tl* - the contact called regarding the 2001 chevrolet venture. the seam came loose in the fuel system which caused... |
1
~ 46000 miles |
| EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i am currently trying to get gm to honor my warranty for catalytic converter that is bad. i made the... |
1
~ 72000 miles |
| LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY vehicle windshield wipers operate out of "sync" and jam in the middle of the windshield. this has happened 3 times.... |
1
~ 59850 miles |
| SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY the front windshield wipers are not in sync. they are in the up position when turned off. i have replaced... |
1
|
| LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2001 chevrolet venture hood flew up on the car while driving smashing the front windshield.*mr the dealer told the consumer |
1
|
| AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN front left axle of 01 chevy venture is making a bad grinding type noise which gets louder the faster you |
1
~ 52000 miles |
| LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia) 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) i own a 2001 gray chevrolet venture... |
1
|
| INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. while driving at any speed all of the dashboard lights dim. the vehicle... |
1
~ 78913 miles |
| MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT my chevrolet venture 2001 transmission has gone out with only 61000 miles. there has been alreadry some recalls on this |
1
~ 61000 miles |
| ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM vehicle stalled intermittently without warning while driving. vehicle was taken to the dealer and they founded that the intake manifold |
1
|
| FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING there are no events leading up to the failure the fans do not operate in the van nor does the... |
1
~ 80000 miles |
| ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT driver window would not roll up or down. dealer repaired with new motor. windows (both) have since gone out twice.... |
1
|
| HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE while driving the vehicle at any speed driver smelled gas coming through the vents. consumer took the vehicle to the |
1
|
| WHEEL SPEED SENSOR > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR rear window wiper motor fails creating a driving safety hazard due to obstructed rear view.... |
1
~ 40000 miles |
| MOTOR > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY rear window wiper motor fails creating a driving safety hazard due to obstructed rear view.... |
1
~ 40000 miles |
| AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN premature failure of automatic transmission on 2001chevrolet venture minivan. believe known engineering or materials defect causes sun gear/thrust bearing on... |
1
~ 44800 miles |
| WHEEL CYLINDERS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS power sliding door on chevrolet venture stops working intermittently stuck shut on several occasions and now appears to be opening... |
1
~ 35000 miles |
| WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION wheel hub assembly/wheel bearing failed. *ak... |
1
~ 5 miles |
| HUB > FRONT > SUSPENSION wheel hub assembly/wheel bearing failed. *ak... |
1
~ 5 miles |
| FRONT > SUSPENSION purchased van july 2001. i have discontinued putting my son in installed child seat because he complains it hurts his... |
1
|
| INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT > SEAT BELTS purchased van july 2001. i have discontinued putting my son in installed child seat because he complains it hurts his... |
1
|
| LINKAGES > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY on april 30 2003 about 6:30 pm i was driving my 2001 chevrolet venture minivan through a rainstorm near dalton... |
1
~ 48000 miles |
| FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY > TRAILER HITCHES while a child was sitting in an integrated child seat the childs' hand got caught in the automatic sliding door |
1
|
| BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE while turning left at a light the electric sliding door opened all of the lights came on in the van... |
1
|
| REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY the passenger side power sliding door kept getting stuck. it would not lock or stay closed not even manually. the... |
1
|
| ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS was hearing a slight squeal in the front of the van was on the interstate was doing about 70 mph... |
1
|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. while driving approximately 50 mph in the rain the windshield wipers failed... |
1
~ 15000 miles |
| INFANT > HARNESS BUCKLE > CHILD SEAT harness of child safety seat will not tighten any longer. once tightened it will not lock. this part was replaced |
1
|
| MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM vehicle has stalled 3 times at 60 mph. dealer has replaced computer twice.but it did not solve problem.*ak... |
1
|
| FRONT > SEAT BELTS vehicle is having a problem with the seat belts. when making a sudden stop driver lunges forward as if he |
1
~ 55800 miles |
| WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM consumer states the brake light fuses began to burn out. *jg when this occurred the vehicle had not brake lights.... |
1
|
| FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM consumer states the brake light fuses began to burn out. *jg when this occurred the vehicle had not brake lights.... |
1
|
| BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the shoulder harness clip was defective it will separate by pulling it apart without the use of the center clip... |
1
~ 43000 miles |
| FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE vehicle's sub-frame bent very easily without excessive force being used.*ak... |
1
~ 14000 miles |
| RELAY > STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2001 chevrolet venture experiencing problems with the engine. ***no answer required***. *mr the starter relay secured next to the radiator |
1
|
| SEAL > AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY front windshield leaks. vehicle is experiencing an oil leak from the seal. warranty expired. *ak... |
1
|
| HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the gas line was under pressure at all times. connector cracked and shot gas beneath vehicle and upon the hood. |
1
~ 34000 miles |
Torque wrench
-
EPAuto 1/2-inch Drive Click Torque Wrenc...
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V) Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High...
-
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISE - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat-treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONGEVITY -...
-
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
-
LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
-
LEXIVON Inch Pound Torque Wrench 1/4-Inc...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
-
TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...
Mechanic tool set
-
Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
-
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
-
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
-
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
-
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
-
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...
Tool box
-
TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
-
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
-
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
-
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
-
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
-
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...
Discussion