Three problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Venture. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Venture based on all problems reported for the 2002 Venture.
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to overheat and the check engine warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the oil pressure sending unit, water pump, thermostat and radiator cap was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired yet the repair failed to remedy the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic who advised the contact that the motor also needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 123,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.
Failure of intake mainifold and head gasket, resulting in replacement of intake manifold, heads, head gasket, thermostat (3 times), water pump (2 times), radiator, condenser, radiator cap (2 times), all due to dex cool and faulty design. All parts replaced. Old parts not retained.
I just bought this car in March of 2006. I have already have had brake problems, radiator problems, and now engine and oil pump problems. I still have approx. $7,500. 00 in payments to a financial company. I did have an as is purchase but is there any kick back for mien some way. This isn't fair. Is there any thing I can do to have the dealer at least help with the purchase and repair for a new engine for this car. It also have 10 potential listings under autocheck. Com. I haven't obtained those because I do not have the extra money to purchase these reports.