Six problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Venture. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Began noticing harsh shifts in automatic transmission of 1999 Chevrolet Venture van in summer of 2003 when van had approximately 85,000 miles. In fall of 2003, harshness of shifting became more pronounced and van was inspected by a transmission repair faciilty. I was advised that my transmission was failing because of insufficient fluid pressure, and if left unaddressed, the transmission would soon fail, leaving me stranded at the location of transmission failure. I was further advised by the repair facility that such transmission problems are indicative of Chevrolet Venture vans and that they were surprised I was able to drive my vehicle for as many miles as I did before noticing a problem. While my van did have over 92,000 miles on it when the transmission needed to be replaced, I nevertheless feel that if such transmission failures are indicative of chevy transmissions for my model year, that a recall should have been ordered for the same. I paid almost $3,000. 00 to have my transmission rebuilt and now may have some assurance of mechanical functunality. I will drive this van for as long as I am able, but have lost all confidence in gm products and will not purchase another gm product unless adequate assurances are provided against such mechanical failures in the future.
Transmission failure. Computer diagnostic at Chevrolet dealer indicates internal failure. Estimated cost of repair is $3000. The van shaked moderately during normal driving and the "check engine light" turned on. When the minivan was restarted (about 8 hours) the "check engine light" was off and the minivan was back to normal. However, the shaking symptom would reappear a week or two later. I have also noticed occasional hard transmission shifts during normal driving.
Venture minivan shaked moderately because of internal transmission failure.
While driving the transmission failed. Nlm.
Transmission failure required complete replacement. Replacement cost $900. 00.
Vehicle was in motion when complete transmission failure occurred, causing vehilcle to come to an unexpected stop.