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NHTSA recalls & complaints · 1995–2001

Chevrolet B7 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints for the Chevrolet B7, covering model years 1995 to 2001. The 1995 and 1996 model years drew the most complaints (1 each), and Suspension is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 7 recall campaigns on file
  • 2 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 7 model years with data (1995–2001)
  • most complaints: 1995, 1996 (1 for that model year)
  • top component: Suspension (1 complaint)
  • latest recall 00V232008 (reported Sep 7, 2000)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Chevrolet B7 complaints by model year

2 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 1995 and 1996 model years share the highest count, 1 complaints each.

Chevrolet B7 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Chevrolet B7 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
199510000
199610000
All model years20000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Chevrolet B7 components

top 2 · NHTSA categories

Suspension is the component named most often, in 1 complaint (50.0% of all 2), followed by Visibility (1).

Components named most often in Chevrolet B7 complaints (top 2)
Components named most often in Chevrolet B7 complaints (top 2)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Suspension150.0%
Visibility150.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Chevrolet B7 recalls

7 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name B7, newest first. The 7 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2001. The 1998 and 1999 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each).

  • 7 recall campaigns
Chevrolet B7 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1995: 1 campaign1996: no campaigns1997: 2 campaigns1998: 3 campaigns1999: 3 campaigns
2000: 2 campaigns2001: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 00V232008

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Antilock

    Model years 1998–2001

    Vehicle description: school buses, medium duty trucks and tractors built with bendix air ABS with an EC-17 1030R electronic control unit (ECU), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.

    Consequence:
    This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 00V236000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 1999–2000

    Vehicle description: medium duty trucks. The transmission fluid could leak from a heat degraded transmission fluid cooler hose onto the exhaust system on the passenger's side of the vehicle.

    Consequence:
    This condition could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler inlet hose and outlet hose designed with a heat sleeve and ensure adequate clearance to the exhaust system take-down pipe. Dealers will also inspect the right-hand exhaust manifold seal for leakage, and replace if necessary.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 99V320000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model year 1999

    Vehicle description: medium duty conventional cab trucks and school bus chassis equipped with an automatic transmission, have transmission shift cable end rods that have not been crimped to the proper specification. Over time, the shift cable could be pulled out of the rod end causing the driver to lose the ability to manually change transmission gears.

    Consequence:
    With this condition, the vehicle may move in a direction not anticipated by the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a new shift cable.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 99V057000

    Reported

    Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections

    Model year 1997

    Vehicle description: school buses equipped with 6.0L gasoline engine, 10,000 lb. Front axle, and power steering. The power steering fluid can leak as a result of a power steering fluid supply hose interference condition.

    Consequence:
    Eventually, all power steering assist would cease, resulting in a loss of steering control.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a new power steering hose and adapter.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 98V237000

    Reported

    Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

    Model years 1997–1998

    Vehicle description: school buses equipped with power steering. Some of these vehicles were assembled with an incorrect intermediate steering shaft. The overlap in the slip joint is insufficient allowing the steering shaft to separate.

    Consequence:
    This could lead to loss of steering, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and, if necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 98V073000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood

    Model year 1998

    Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with air brakes and anti-lock brake systems. Chaffing of the electric brake control harness can occur resulting in an electrical grounding condition. This will illuminate a warning light on the instrument panel and shut off the ABS feature.

    Consequence:
    This condition can cause reduced braking capability of the front brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the harness for chaffing and proper routing and will repair if necessary.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 95V130000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights

    Model year 1995

    These vehicles were assembled with a transmission reverse signal switch that could leak causing loss of electrical contact when the transmission is in reverse. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

    Consequence:
    Consequence of non-compliance: this condition can prevent the backup warning system (lights and audible alarms) from operating properly, increasing the potential for an accident.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the reverse signal pressure switch.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Chevrolet B7 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet B7 have?

NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns for the Chevrolet B7, covering model years 1995 to 2001. The most recent, 00V232008, was reported on September 7, 2000 and is filed under “Service brakes, air”. The 1998 and 1999 model years are covered by the most campaigns (3 each).

Which Chevrolet B7 model year has the most complaints?

The 1995 and 1996 model years tie, with 1 complaints each out of 2. Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Chevrolet B7 complaint?

Suspension is the component named most often: 1 complaint, or 50.0% of all 2. Visibility (1) follows. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Chevrolet B7?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Chevrolet dealer.

How many Chevrolet B7 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 2 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.