1990-2005 Chevrolet Astro: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1990-2005 Chevrolet Astro directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
1990-91:
Bucket seat's knob-type recliner mechanism with foam or vinyl "soft joint" may loosen and cause bolt failure, allowing seatback to recline suddenly; could produce loss of control.
1992-94:
Front seatbacks do not conform to height requirements.
1994:
Airbag-advisory labels may be missing.
1995 w/L35 engine:
Fuel lines at tank were improperly tightened and could loosen, allowing leakage and possible fire.
1995:
On a few vans, left lower control-arm bolt could loosen, fatigue, and break.
1995-97:
The windshield-wiper motor may fail on certain vehicles. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.
1996-97:
Outboard-seatbelt webbing on right-rear bucket seat can separate during crash.
1996-98 w/integrated child seats:
Seatbelt-retractor clutch spring and/or pawl spring in child seat may be missing.
1998:
On certain vehicles, the outside rearview mirror switch may short circuit. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.
1999:
Audible fasten-seatbelt warning may not sound or may not sound as long as is required by the standard.
2001-02:
Multifunction switch may develop an open circuit, causing stop lamps and hazard lamps to become inoperative.
2003:
Poorly manufactured steering knuckles on some vehicles may allow for road contamination to enter and wear down the ball joint, resulting in difficulty controlling the vehicle
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