1999 Chevrolet Astro: problems, recalls and reliability

“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet astro. The contact stated that the pass lock module that turned off the gas to the engine failed. The vehicle would start up briefly but then shut off. The dealer stated that it was a common problem but it was not related to any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000 and the current mileage was approximately 125,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2008

“Anti theft security system failure. Locks owner out from starting vehicle in wet weather. Bad placement of computer system placed under battery. Corrosion of security systems communications wiring caused lock out and car will not start. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2007

“Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet astro. While driving 25 mph through snow and ice, the contact lost control of the vehicle and slid off the road. The vehicle then struck a telephone pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The seat belt failed to restrain him and he struck his head on the windshield. The wound took 24 stitches to close. Most of the vehicle was repaired at the cost of $4,500. The manufacturer's investigator concluded that the air bag would not deploy at 25 mph. The arkansas police department filed report number 07-00343. The current mileage was 146,661 and failure mileage was 125,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2007

“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle lost power assist steering & power assist brakes simultaneously while driving 3 mph. There were no warnings prior to the incident. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer, however, after some research, the contact discovered the power steering pump had failed, causing lack of pressure to the brakes and steering. Updated 10/25/2006 - the shaft in the power steering pump snapped. *nm”Owner report · Steering · Sep 2006

“Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 30 mph, there was an increased stopping distance and a loss of power steering which resulted in a rear end collision. The occupants were wearing seat belts, no injuries were sustained. There was minor damage to both vehicles, but they were able to be driven from the scene. The police were not alerted. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. The manufacturer was not alerted. The consumer replaced the pump himself and discovered the shaft was broken in the pump. When the power steering pump failed, it caused the power brakes to fail as well. Updated 10/04/06. *jb”Owner report · Steering · Aug 2006

“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle has an oil leak. The vehicle is leaking a liter and a half of oil per week. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the mechanic determined that there was a fracture in the system which was due to the material that was used during assembly. The manufacturer was contacted ,and they explained there were no recalls for that specific part. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2005

“We have a 1999 chevy astro van. We had a factory re-manufactured transmission which was supplied by guaranty chevrolet on 8-30-02, installed. The van had 67,532 miles. We are original owners and never towed anything. We also paid to have a separate new cooling system installed for the transmission and also had the driveshaft rebuilt and balanced. Now, our 2nd transmission has failed at 44,547 more miles since installed in 2002. We have spent $5,700.00. Our transmission place wrote gm. Mark dowler of chevy called me and said sorry, we won't help you. We are going to small claims court if need be. Thank you. *jb”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2005