1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
Recalls: check by VIN
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Steering (1), Engine (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (2)
03/21/2011 · Steering
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 PONTIAC TRANS SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN AND HE WAS UNABLE TO COMPLETE THE TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS HOME. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED HIM THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE…
04/06/2005 · Engine
THE CAM BROKE ON MY 3.4 CHEVY VENTURE VAN. THE VAN IS SERVICES AND OIL CHANGED ON SCHEDULE. THE ENGINE JUST STOPPED ON A VACATION CAUSING ME TO RENT A VAN AND PAY TOWING.*AK