1992 Chevrolet Astro: problems, recalls and reliability
5 recalls and 132 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (38% of complaints); the 1990 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 132 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet astro van. While driving the vehicle at approximately 10 - 15 mph, the brake pedal was engaged while making a turn; however, it failed to stop. The vehicle was also leaking fluid behind the vehicle as the vehicle accelerated forward. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and have it towed to his residence. The vehicle has not been diagnosed. There were no deaths, injuries or police report. The current and failure mileages were 36000. Updated 09/25/08 *bf the steel brake lines were leaking due to rust. Updated 10/01/08.*jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet astro. While driving 10 mph, the ABS would not work after a certain amount of braking and the brake pedal would extend to the floor when depressed. The contact took the vehicle to a repair shop a few times, but they could not duplicate the failure. When the mechanic test drove the vehicle, it always performed perfectly. The repair shop disconnected the ABS. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000 and current mileage was 128,000. *updated 12/12/07 *bf updated *jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nov 2005
“When the consumer unlatched the harness buckle the shield came up too fast. One time the spring broke and the shield would not stay attached. *nm *sc”Owner report · Child Seat · Mar 2005
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“The torsion bar on driver's side broke. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that the prpoblem was not a recall, and there was nothing they could do. *ak”Owner report · Suspension · Jul 2004
“The torsion bar broke while driving. The dealer stated that this was a common problem. Please provide further information. *nlm”Owner report · Suspension · Sep 2003
“While driving at 35 mph the left suspension collapsed, causing consumer to pull off the road. Dealer had been notified. *ak”Owner report · Suspension · Aug 2003
“I had this steering component ( forged part ) break on left side last year and now the right side. If I had been traveling at 70 mph and this component break then I suspect that we would be dead for both incidents. I suspect some faulty parts manufactured by oem. This type of failure should not occur. I suspect many other people are in jeopardy if they have similar vehicles and parts. I think someone should look into this situation. Please keep me advised as to what you find out.*ak”Owner report · Steering · Jun 2002
“C.p.I. Fuel injector has failed 4 times in the last 40,000 miles resulting in engine shut down, loss of power steering, power brakes, windshield wipers, etc. At highway speeds. I'm told by mechanics that the leaking fuel at the c.p.I. Fuel injection unit is also a potential fire hazard. Chevrolet denies knowledge of such failures, but there is all kinds of information about other failures on the internet at alldata, carpoint.msn, consumer reports, etc. My family is afraid to drive this vehicle due to potential fire hazards, loss of control at highway speeds, being stranded in dark, freezing weather, etc. Please help. Thank you.*ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 2002
“Had taken vehicle for service when the ABS warning light came on and stayed. Would have braking ability. Mechanic indicated there was no problem or recalls on brakes.*ak the brake light also illuminated. Engine oil was leaking, dealer replaced the oil filter adapter o rings and gaskets. *slc”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2001
“While driving 45 mph cable that holds spare tire snapped, causing spare tire to fly off vehicle. No damage , no injuries. Cable had rusted.*ak”Owner report · Equipment · Jul 2001
When filing, owners marked a crash in 18 of these complaints and injuries in 28 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 5 campaigns
THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BACK HEIGHT DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINTS."
Remedy: SHERRY DESIGNS WILL PROVIDE AN ATTACHABLE HEADREST FOR THE DEALER OR CUSTOMER TO ADD TO THE SEATS.
CERTAIN R&B, INC. CENTRAL MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (CMFI) FUEL RETURN LINES, MODELS HELP 55163, NAPA BALKAMP 700-3270, AND THE CONNECTION 2560001, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL RETURN LINE HAS A MECHANICAL BLEED VALVE WHICH WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE PROPER TORQUE.
Remedy: R&B, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AT THE CUSTOMERS REQUEST, EITHER REPLACE THE FUEL LINE OR OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT R&B, INC. AT 215-712-5330.
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
How other years compare
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Is the 1992 Chevrolet Astro reliable?
NHTSA has 132 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 Chevrolet Astro. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (38% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1992 Chevrolet Astro problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 111,370 miles or less.
Does the 1992 Chevrolet Astro have open recalls?
5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning seats:front assembly:head restraint. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.