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really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,833 miles

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1997 Chevrolet Venture lights problems

lights problem

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1997 Chevrolet Venture Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #31

Dec 182001

Venture

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While having my van washed, the front left head light lens cover fell off. The lens cover came off in one piece leaving the bulb exposed. After replaceing this at a cost of $250 dollars it appears that the other (right side) head light has yellowed from uv exposure. There is also condensation inside the light indicating this seal is compromised and will soon need replacing. These plastic head lights should not fall apart and yellow. The replacement light is far brighter than the original indicating the lens covers are made of substandard material not withstanding uv damage. I've surveyed several vans that use the same style lights, several have the same condensation problems limiting the performance of the lamp.

- Charlton, MA, USA

problem #30

Oct 152001

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving passenger's side headlight cover fell off.

- Flushing, MI, USA

problem #29

Oct 012001

Venture

  • miles
Outer piece that held lenses in fell out of headlights. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Lawrenceburg, IN, USA

problem #28

Sep 012001

Venture

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Both head light assemblies lost plastic its lense covers, it appeared that the adhesive dried out and cracked.

- Cottage Grove, MN, USA

problem #27

Aug 112001

Venture 4WD

  • miles
Shortly after purchasing car, headlights filled with moisture causing lights to burn out. Dealership stated there were no replacements even made yet. At almost 100,000 miles engine died, power steering failed, belt slipped and ac went out within days of each other. 1800chevusa rep "jason" said "Chevy only builds their vehichles to last 100,000 miles". never again will I buy Chevy. Not after what jason said.

- North Aurora, IL, USA

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problem #26

Nov 012000

Venture

  • miles
Passenger's side lense fell off. Took to dealer and they replaced headlight assembly. 3 weeks later, driver's side lense fell off. Thiis eventually could short light out. Other lenses have come off again.

- Okemon, MI, USA

problem #25

Feb 142001

Venture

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Passenger side headlight cover fell off. No body damage or damage to the headlight assembly.

- Montgomery, IL, USA

problem #24

Mar 052001

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Headlight lens fell off, one was in the street. Consumer was able to pick it up and take it to dealership. Dealership mechanic glued it on. Pontiac grand indicated headlights lens came off. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Duluth, MN, USA

problem #23

Jun 012000

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Covers for all headlights have fallen off. The whole lamp assembly needs to be replaced to correct the head light covers falling off. This was a manufacturing defect, the consumer pointed out.

- Westerville, OH, USA

problem #22

Mar 202001

(reported on)

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front headlights cover keeps coming off, possibly causing problems with light bulb. The head light was not bright at night without the head light cover.

- Flint, MI, USA

problem #21

Dec 312000

Venture

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Passenger side headlight lens cover came off while driving. It appeared to be improperly attached to the assembly, possibly due to poor quality adhesive. This caused the headlight to be inoperable. The lens cover broke after falling off of the vehicle.

- Rowlett, TX, USA

problem #20

Dec 012000

Venture

  • miles
The driver side headlight lens cover came unglued and dislodged from the vehicle headlight assembly. It could not be found. This was brought to our attention, by a person in the local Chevrolet dealership parts department, who stated that this has been a problem with this model. The protection of the light bulb and the pattern of the light are insufficent for hazardous conditions.

- Old Town, ME, USA

problem #19

Dec 062000

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Headlight lens came off; dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that nothing would be done unless cost goes to consumer due to vehicle being out of its warranty. When the lens falls off, moisture breaks the bulb causing hazardous condition for the driver.

- Lost Nation, IA, USA

problem #18

Sep 132000

Venture

  • miles
I was lucky and the lense covered fell off during the day. If it would happen to someone while they were traveling at night the lense covers falling off and the headlight blown. I beleive there could be several fatalities because of this type of problems. I think Chevrolet should stand behind their product too. I hope you feel this is as important as I do. Thanks

- Minster, OH, USA

problem #17

Jan 011997

Venture

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Head lights were half filled with water, took to dealer and they replaced headlights. Then, in 02/15/99 headlights were filled with water again, on 08/14/2000, the same thing happened. Consumer felt this was a manufacturer's defect, and it could possibly cause an electrical short.

- Selbyville, DE, USA

problem #16

Sep 152000

(reported on)

Venture

  • miles
Headlights have filled up with water. Dealer has replaced headlights. Replacement lights have filled up with water and blewout.

- Yonkers, NY, USA

problem #15

Aug 122000

Venture

  • miles
The headlanps seals are defective, less than 30 days a go the left headlight lens fell out. The right lens fell out. The seal that holds the lens to the asembly is dry and cracked.this is dangerous and a safety hazard to the public. If one or more of the headlight lens come off on a rain soaked at night the water would blow the halogen bulb or the electrical system. This is a safety problem that can jeopardize people's lives. Thank you walter

- Vacaville, CA, USA

problem #14

Jul 142000

Venture

  • miles
Safety, headlamps are unsafe.

- Vacaville, CA, USA

problem #13

Mar 272000

Venture

  • miles
The headlight bulb or whatever you call it now, exploded, blowing off the headlight lens, which is glued on. The car is still under the original 36000. Mile warranty, but is three months past the three years. The dealer says that the whole headlight assembly must be replaced as a new separate lens cannot be obtained. What should be a minor headlight problem will cost $240 for the part, plus labor to install. In passing, let it be noted that I have personally changed 3 left rear tail light bulbs on this van since I purchased it new.

- Grand Island, FL, USA

problem #12

Sep 031999

(reported on)

Venture

  • miles
Head lamp installed due to poor visibility and dim lighting of previous light. Mjs

- Purcell, OK, USA

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