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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,174 miles

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1997 Chevrolet Astro Van windows / windshield problems

windows / windshield problem

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1997 Chevrolet Astro Van Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #26

Mar 292005

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • 30,000 miles

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

The consumer's 1987 and 1997 Chevrolet Astro vans had faulty engine's.** answer required***. the power windows failed, the driver's seat came loose, the rear door hatch broke and the transmission failed due to the torque converter slipping and valve body wear (90000 miles).

- Olympia , WA, USA

problem #25

Dec 062004

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 150,000 miles
Both front power windows motors have failed to function.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #24

Sep 042003

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 92,000 miles
Window motors stopped working on both sides.

- Pittsburg, CA, USA

problem #23

Jun 282003

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • 94,000 miles

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

Power window motor (passenger side) is inoperable. Replaced power window motor on driver side 12/02. Second motor to fail in six month period.

- Dewitt, MI, USA

problem #22

May 202003

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • 80,520 miles
Electric window controls on my 1997 Chevrolet Astro van have started working intermittently. Started happening right after I had a dealership repair the windshield wiper controls pursuant to GM recall. Mostly occurs after window is down, and switch will not operate to roll window up. If I wait a minute, the switch will work, but will only roll window up an inch or two at a time before it stops working again.

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

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problem #21

Apr 022003

(reported on)

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • miles
The power windows failed to roll up or down, the problem was repaired 3 times. The vehicle was under warranty and remained experiencing the same problem(s) eventhough fixed by dealer. Scc

- Little Ferry, NJ, USA

problem #20

Sep 292002

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles

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

Power windows have failed 3 times.

- Victorville, CA, USA

problem #19

Jun 162002

Astro Van 4WD

  • miles
I have had a number of problems with this vehicle: Both the left and right power windor motors; replace the key remote, both idler arms, front brake pad at 37,000 miles, serpentime belt, power steering pump - replaced twice, had to fix oil cooler lines twice, replaced distributor/rotor; replaced lower gasket due to intake manifold leak, and fuel pump modual. All of this was done before my car had 57,000 miles. The dealer has been very fair and repaired at low or now cost. I have had two trips shortened due to breakdowns and have spent over $1,500 on repairs not covered under warrenty or by the dealer. This is in addition to normal maintenance (oil and filter, four new tires, and transmission fluid and filter). I am concerned as to "what is next" and when the dealer when no longer be able to fix these problems at low cost to me.

- Willmar, MN, USA

problem #18

Feb 222002

(reported on)

Astro Van 4WD

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Williamsville, NY, USA

problem #17

Aug 011997

Astro Van

  • miles
Power windows in driver's and front passenger's doors have failed on separate occasions. Dealership has made repairs for both incidents. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

- Scottsville, KY, USA

problem #16

May 072001

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Power windows on passenger's side went out/failed to go up or down. Took to dealership, and mechanic indicated it was out of warranty. Would not repair it. Passenger side failed in 1999, however was repaired under warranty.

- Temecula, CA, USA

problem #15

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 #14

Oct 011998

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Passenger side window latches fail.

- Princeville, IL, USA

problem #13

Sep 031999

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The power window motors failed.*

- Merrillvil, IN, USA

problem #12

Sep 031999

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Stereo units failed. *

- Merrillvil, IN, USA

problem #11

Jun 012000

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driver's side power window motor failed. Driver could not roll down or up the window.

- Ashville, NC, USA

problem #10

May 042000

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
Power window malfunctions.

- Verona, PA, USA

problem #9

May 042000

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
Power window malfunctions.

- Verona, PA, USA

problem #8

Dec 271999

Astro Van 4WD

  • miles
Windshield wipers ice up with just a tiny bit of snow or sleet.

- Ellsworth, ME, USA

problem #7

Jun 291998

Astro Van

  • miles
I have owned this vehicle for a year and have had problems with throttle since then. Transmission was overhauled due to faulty coolant hos a month after purchase and now trns. Fliud pump is shot. Window motors are not working properly and niether are power locks. Friend owns 97' safari and has same exact problems. Is costing me more than van is worth

- Clearwater, FL, USA

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