Chevrolet Venture Problems: 5 Issues Every Owner Should Know
1997-2005 model years · 290+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 290+ owner reports, the 1997-2005 Chevrolet Venture has 5 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Leak (Dex-Cool) ($400-$900 repair), 3.4L V6 Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Leak ($500-$900 repair) and 3.4L V6 Intake Manifold Gasket Leak ($500-$1,200 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Leak (Dex-Cool) with 290 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $200 to $1,200. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.