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

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
23 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,959 miles

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1995 Chevrolet Astro Van brakes problems

brakes problem

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1995 Chevrolet Astro Van Owner Comments (Page 1 of 5)

problem #85

Mar 032006

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • 67,000 miles

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

: the contact stated, intermittently, while the road conditions were wet and snowy the brakes did not operate correctly. There was no pressure in the brake pedal and the vehicle would not stop, resulting in an accident. The contact's vehicle rear ended a truck. A police report was taken. There were multiple repairs made to the vehicle at the dealership, but the problem persisted. Updated 06/07/2006.

- La Crescent, MN, USA

problem #84

Jan 092004

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 113,500 miles
ABS cause the brakes to entirely stop working.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

problem #83

Feb 062004

Astro Van

  • miles
While depressing the brakes at low speed pedal went to the floor. ABS light flashed on and off. Vehicle failed to stop. Driver was able to maintain control and drive vehicle to the dealer. Mechanic could not resolve the problem.

- Lorena, TX, USA

problem #82

Nov 062003

Astro Van

  • 86,000 miles

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

When applying the brakes ABS system locks. As a result, the vehicle began to slide.

- Clearwater, FL, USA

problem #81

Jun 172000

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
The ABS doesn't work properly, causing longer stoping distances and the inability to stop.

- Lorena, TX, USA

problem #80

Sep 022002

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
I have had problems with my 1995 Astro van 4.03L from the day I bought it hard starting asb locking up dealer replaced egr value twice took back with same problem 3 months later was told nothing wrong computer digital check said so now I have gotten 2 mechanics to look at it and said the egr valve fuel lind stays open pouring out gas they want to charge my $600 to clean out the sluge this problem has been going on for 3 years my van now has 82000 miles and it sounds and smells like a mac truck I also has to replace to wiper motor about 2 years ago and I paid for it I just a notice to replace it it no charge I cant find the orginal receipt so I'm out another120.00 for that repair along with the $65 so a local mechanic. Can tell me this is a defect from Chevrolet for my Astro van I have had the breaks checked by the dealer about 6 times they informed me I didn't know how to use ABS system and they were fine in all my brakes locked up on I4 in Florida last August trying to avoid an accident $4700 later I was in the ditch because the brakes locked up and my van went sliding

- Clearwater, FL, USA

problem #79

Jun 122002

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

While driving at highway speed, applied brakes and without warning heard noises. Driver states felt like something was dragging. Dealer has been notified; however, could not duplicate the problem. Consumer adds applying the brake pedal did disengage the cruise control, but did not slow the vehicle. Presently, the brakes appear to be working, but have not had to make anymore emergency stops at highway speed.

- Mexico, MO, USA

problem #78

Apr 062002

Astro Van

  • miles
While traveling at 15 mph, coming to a stop brakes locked up and vehicle began to slide. Since then, ABS light has illuminated, indicating a problem. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated ABS needed replacing.

- Morrison, CO, USA

problem #77

Jan 292002

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS light doesn't indicate engagement when all 4 wheels lock up, causing vehicle to skid. Dealer was notified, and problem couldn't be duplicated.

- Martinez, CA, USA

problem #76

Nov 011999

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle pulled to left at all times when applying brakes. Vehicle has been taken to dealership 11 times. Dealer replaced front shocks/ idler arm/ resurfaced rotors/did wheel alignments, and replaced tires. Currently, dealer said remedy would be a complete brake job. None of the mentioned repairs remedied problem.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

problem #75

Dec 012000

Astro Van

  • miles

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

Brakes do not stop in time when trying to slow down while it's raining or snowing.

- Fenton, MO, USA

problem #74

Sep 012000

Astro Van

  • miles
Consumer complaint regarding ABS brake system. Vehicle has always been difficult to bring to a stop using ABS brakes, excessive effort needed before vehicle would catch and begin to slow down. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #73

Jan 152001

Astro Van

  • miles
Ongoing problem with loss of steering and braking due to a leakage. Vehicle been repaired by dealer on two occasions, and probelm reoccurred. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

- Annville, PA, USA

problem #72

Dec 131995

Astro Van 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While braking veihcle will go to right or left which may cause a crash. Dealer cannot determine cause.

- Mt Morris, MI, USA

problem #71

Aug 012000

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
ABS brake warning light remains illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system, causing the system to become inoperable. Cause unknown.

- Jupiter, FL, USA

problem #70

Jul 132000

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
Anti-lock brake warning light lit for a long time. Service shop said it is a failed module and there is a recall on it. There was a lot of publicity on tv news about that time about ABS recall on Astro vans, but Chevrolet dealer says they don't know about it and I don't see it listed at this web site. Has there been such a recall?

- Hazelwood, NC, USA

problem #69

May 011999

Astro Van

  • miles
Ongoing problem with delay in stopping distance and noise coming from the engine compartment when brakes are applied. Feel free to provide further details.

- Swanton, MD, USA

problem #68

Jan 051999

Astro Van 4WD

  • miles
NHTSA campaign id number: 91I006000 anti lock brakes failed. Is this campaign still in a good one?

- Chehalis, WA, USA

problem #67

Jun 022000

Astro Van

  • miles
When brakes were applied while going over a bump pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and nearly causing a collision. Dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem.

- Spencer, OK, USA

problem #66

May 302000

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
Consumer has had multiple problems with vehicle. Brakes have been replaced 4 times & the dealer couldn't remedy the situation or give an explanation as to why. Also, windshield wipers didn't work when it was raining, and vehicle would shake at 50mph.

- Ada, OK, USA

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