Chevrolet Astro 1986

Model Astro made in 1986 by Chevrolet got 25 consumer complains, 6 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and latches/locks/linkages. Technical service bulletines regarding visibility. The car had some investigations: seats, service brakes, hydraulic and suspension. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline and seats. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5l, 4.3l.

Model 1986

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD21/26/2323/33/27Regular$ 81614850825
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 4 gearsRWD21/26/2323/33/27Regular$ 81614850820
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD23/28/2525/36/29Regular$ 75014850825
( 4.3L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD17/22/1918/28/22Regular$ 98614850821
( 4.3L) 6Manual, 4 gearsRWD18/22/1920/28/23Regular$ 98614850825
( 4.3L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD18/24/2120/31/24Regular$ 89214850825
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD21/26/2323/33/27Regular$ 81615850825
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 4 gearsRWD21/26/2323/33/27Regular$ 81615850820
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD23/28/2525/36/29Regular$ 75015850825
( 4.3L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD17/22/1918/28/22Regular$ 98615850821
( 4.3L) 6Manual, 4 gearsRWD17/21/1919/26/22Regular$ 98615850825
( 4.3L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD17/23/1919/29/23Regular$ 98615850825

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E026000PRO-A MOTORS, INC. E (Equipment)6194404/03/2006OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/23/200603/23/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryPro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
NotesThis recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
06E049000CK MOTORSPORT, INC. E (Equipment)2717607/01/2006OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/24/200606/05/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryCk motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06E043000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)8830310/18/2006MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/19/200605/22/2006
Defect SummaryCertain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SEATS
93V187000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1984 to 01/01/1991V (Vehicle)60420701/20/1994ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/16/199311/29/1993
Defect SummaryThe recliner mechanism and the seat frame may have foam and/or vinyl between them, creating a soft joint. this soft joint results in lower than specified bolt torque which leads to joint looseness, causing bolt fatigue and eventual bolt failure.
Consequence SummaryIf bolt failure occurs to the driver's seat, it wouldallow the seat back to suddenly recline, and could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove the foam and/or vinyl from between the recliner mechanism and the seat frame soft joint and replace the recliner bolts.
NotesSystem: interior systems; seat tracks, anchors, and seats.vehicle description: vans and utility vehicles equipped with bucket seats withknob type recliner mechanisms.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the gmc service center at 1-313-456-4547 or the chevrolet service centerat 1-800-222-1020. also, please contact the national highway traffic safetyadministration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
VISIBILITY
0166701/01/200410007244Window regulator motor does not fit. *tt06/04/2004

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEATS
EA92022GENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/24/199211/19/1993SEAT BACK BOLT BREAKAGE93V187000
 There is no summary currently available
PE92015GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/04/199206/24/1992DRIVER SEAT BACK FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EA87009GENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/21/198708/16/1988REAR BRAKES
 There is no summary currently available
PE86053GENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/01/198601/20/1987INADEQUATE REAR BRAKES
 There is no summary currently available
SUSPENSION
PE90039GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/05/199006/29/1990SPARE TIRE CARRIER FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
PE89106GENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/23/198909/19/1989REAR AXLE SEAL FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE
1
 Computer curcuit burned.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
 Gas tank sending unit has broken, gas does not travel properly. tt
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
09/18/19958
 Drivers door opens when turning or braking due to latch sticking. *dsh
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
05/13/1997
 While the ignition was turned off and parked in a parking lot, transmission slipped out of gear and the vehicle rolled back and hit other vehicles which could have caused a serious accident without prior warning. dealer cannot determine the problem. *ak
07/17/1995
 The 2nd transmission is being rebuilt in the truck. it has gone out again. please describe. tt
SEAT BELTS
01/01/19962
 The driver's automatic seat belt is stuck and the consumer had to cut the seat belt in order to get out along with others. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
 Want to know about the seat belts. *ak
05/29/19919
 Seat belt failed in above accident, causing injury.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
01/01/1996205/20/1986
 Driver's side/rear passenger's side seat belt buckles jammed, required belts to be cut to extricate occupants. *ak
SEATS
12/10/1992
 Driver's seat broke due to a faulty bolt in the hinge.consumer contacted dealer and manufacturer. *ak
03/25/1996
 Consumer received a recall notice contacted the dealer, the dealer did not repair the recall. *ak
11/21/1995
 Recall related, 93v187000, driver side seat is very loose at repair. tt
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
07/26/1996
 During a front impact accident. the middle and rear bench seats. the latches disconnected and caused the seats to fold.*ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
08/29/1986201/01/1986
 Brake pedal goes to floor.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
07/07/1997
 The rear brakes will not work. while driving between 30-45 mph and wanting to come to a complete stop, have to pump the brakes at least 3 or 4 times before they work. consumer has taken to a mechanic, and they tried to correct the problem. consumer also has contacted the dealer, and they are aware of the problem. *ak
01/09/1992101/08/1992
 Brakes failed.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
12/20/199612/01/1986
 The rear brakes will not self adjust and all the braking is all on the front brakes, causing the van to fishtail, not stop at all on some road surfaces. *ak
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP
05/14/19944
 Power steering pump bracket broke, causing bolts to break off/serpentine belt failure. *sd
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
0
 The steering wheel is very loose. *ak
05/29/19919
 Steering column failed, causing accident and injury. *dsh
04/17/1996
 The steering wheel just falls down while driving and causes momentary loss of control of the van. please describe. *ak
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
 Owner states that door handle broke and that he had to replace all of them. owner also notes that he must crawl through window at times. all door handles are very weak and flimsy. *ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
04/12/1995
 Upon shifting gears from park to drive, vehicle suddenly accelerated causing loss of vehicle control crashing into two trees and two fences. tt
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
206/01/1986
 The low speed idle will randomly be very high (usually in cold weather) thus making the van difficult to stop which resulted in 2 minor rear end collisions. nlm
WHEELS
03/19/19971
 Passenger side wheel of trailer overheated, causing fire. (ohio state police report)