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CarComplaints.com Notes: The Chevy Astro is mechanically identical to the GMC Safari.

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1997 Chevrolet Astro Van brakes problems

brakes problem

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1997 Chevrolet Astro Van Owner Comments

problem #6

Feb 282001

Astro Van

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The consumer has experienced ongoing problems with the braking system, pulstating brakes, front rotor/grooved, squeaking/screaming noise, all having been diagnosed and being told on some occasions that they are fine. After the consumer had seen the passenger side front rotor, the mechanic had shown the comparison with the aftermarket rotor, the difference in quality was immediately apparent that the background is aerospace machining/manufacturing. After a replacement of the rotors, front brake pads, skim machine the rear brake drums/adjust the entire system, it was told to the consumer by the owner of the service station that there has been a recall on this rotor design, so the consumer decided to go ahead w/the work. The performance of the braking system has returned to the experience of when he bought the vehicle. The consumer is seeking reimbursement from the dealer.

- Lake Ariel, PA, USA

problem #5

Aug 302001

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Upon applying the brakes, without notice warning or indication, brakes completely failed. The power steering quit working at the same time.

- Mcpherson, KS, USA

problem #4

Aug 251997

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driver's side rear window will not stay open, clips that should hold it up are blocked by material, window slams shut when going over a bump. Transmission went out at 45000 miles. Oil leak, dealer ordered axle output shaft seal and crankshaft sensor. Electric fuel pump replaced due to vehicle cutting and would crank, but would not star. Oil pressure gauge erratic, dealer replaced oil pressure sender. Front brakes and pads were replaced, rotors were resurfaced. Consumer states there is play in the steering, dealer replaced both idler arms and reset toe in. Power door locks inoperable, dealer replaced power door lock switch. Power window inoperable, dealer replaced power window switch. Shifter was hard to move, dealer replaced shift cable. Gas pedal binds at times, dealer ordered throttle cable and replaced accelerator cable. Driver seta seems loose when braking, dealer ordered driver seat track assembly and replaced driver seat adjuster. PCM fuse kept blowing out, dealer removed engine cover and traced wire harness, repaired shorted harness at the rear of the transmission.

- Seaford, NY, USA

problem #3

Oct 011998

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Brakes squeaked upon purchase of vehicle, dealer fixed after one year.

- Princeville, IL, USA

problem #2

Sep 151997

Astro Van

  • miles
When driving at 30 mph and applying brakes vehicle is pulling to the right. Dealer made adjustment's on the brakes, and replaced the brake holes. Vehicle has been in and out of the repair shop time after time for repairs on the braks, and the dealer can't determine the problems.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

problem #1

Mar 051997

Astro Van

  • miles
While driving vehicle about 20-25 mph the power steering completely went out and there was no braking ability. Driver was able to stop vehicle by putting gear in park. Power steering power was replaced.

- Chino Hills, CA, USA

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