CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Chevrolet Astro has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 241 complaints with NHTSA, including 20 crashes, 7 fires, 31 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (51 reports).
1998 Chevrolet Astro recalls
Most common 1998 Chevrolet Astro problems
Problem areas named in the 241 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 51 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 40 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 28 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 27 |
| Power Train | 27 |
| Electrical System | 26 |
| Suspension | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Tires | 15 |
What owners report
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE BEGAN TO DRIVE IN REVERSE AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHERE THEY STATED THAT FUEL LEAKED FROM THE WIRING HARNESS AND INTO THE ENGINE COMPUTER. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE COMPUTER AND THE FUEL INJECTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 245,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE BRAKES WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE BRAKE LINE WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000. *TR
DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE AND DIDN'T PROVIDE WARNING THAT THE ENGINE WAS OVERHEATING. THE BOOK STATES THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT COMES ON TO INDICATE THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM AND SERVICE IS REQUIRED. MALFUNCTIONS OFTEN WILL BE INDICATED BY THE SYSTEM BEFORE ANY PROBLEM IS APPARENT. THIS SYSTEM IS ALSO DESIGNED TO ASSIST YOUR SERVICE TECHNICIAN IN CORRECTLY DIAGNOSING ANY MALFUNCTION. NONE OF THIS WORKED ON THE VAN. *KB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN HEAT EMITTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING THE FAILURE, THERE WERE NO VISIBLE FLAMES OR SMOKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE ENGINE WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 92,349. UPDATED 04/27/12*LJ UPDATED 04/27/12
1998 Chevrolet Astro questions
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Astro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet Astro: Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior; Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices; Child Seat. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Astro?
Based on 241 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (51), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (40), Engine And Engine Cooling (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Chevrolet Astro has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.