2001 Chevrolet Venture engine and engine cooling problems
44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2001 Chevrolet Venture — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Heater suddenly stopped functioning on very cold day was initial indication there was a problem. After having extensive diagnostics done and many repairs later temperature gauge still goes into red and no heat coming into cabin when heater turns on. This seems to be a widespread problem as I have…”
filed Dec 8, 2011
“2001 chevy venture with 150k miles. Car gets hot very quickly...within few mins of driving the hot temp coolant light goes on and the needle in the red zone. Replaced temp sensor, thermostat, radiator cap and hose. Took to three mechanics and chevy dealer for a diagnostic test. Head gaskets needed…”
filed Dec 22, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Venture years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Venture | 3 | 7% |
| 2004 Venture | 9 | 7% |
| 2003 Venture | 23 | 12% |
| 2002 Venture | 42 | 19% |
| 2000 Venture | 82 | 23% |
| 1999 Venture | 114 | 33% |
| 1998 Venture | 111 | 27% |
| 1997 Venture | 85 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Chevrolet Venture
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.