1996 Chevrolet Astro Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 3%of 263 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1996 Chevrolet Astro, 3% of the 263 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Acclerator pedal got stuck in the down position due to the frayed throttle cable which caused the vehicle to move unexpectedly, and braking system would not slow vehicle down. Had to turn off the vehicle in order to stop. Dealer replaced the cable, but did not know the reason why it fell apart. Please provide further information and VIN#.”
NHTSA complaint #834486, filed 1999-02“The gas pedal became stuck when the vehicle was reverse or drive. The vehicle jerked forward and then accelerated. The pedal sticking was consistent and released after pressing harder on pedal several times. The vehicle had been taken vehicle to the dealership several times for sticking. The mechanic indicated that it was repaired. Vehicle not on recall. It was an ongoing problem since vehicle was bought new. Currently, dealership indicated warranty expired, and would not do repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10032282, filed 2003-09“On 05/09/1999 acceleator cable broke, towed monty chev in victorville. 05/11/1999 fixed. Cost $154.16 tow $105.00. 05/24/1999 lost power on freeway towed back to same dealer and fuel pump and fuel filter replaced $336.48 tow $12 0.00. Next day car stalled dealer towed back to shop keep it two days and said they couldn't find any thing wrong. Car has not ran that well since they worked on it, just rent a car if I needed to go far. …”
NHTSA complaint #713140, filed 1999-10“Van would not decelerate when foot removed from accelarator.. Felt as if cruise control was engaged. Van has no cruise control. Please feel free to share this information with all interested parties.”
NHTSA complaint #708226, filed 1999-07“While driving vehicle suddenly accelerated without driver pushing on the gas.dealer was contacted and fixed the vehicle ,but the problem has reoccurred.”
NHTSA complaint #845927, filed 1999-08Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 | 14% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 7% |
| 2001 | 4 | 4% |
| 2000 | 11 | 6% |
| 1999 | 15 | 11% |
| 1998 | 18 | 7% |
| 1997 | 30 | 8% |
| 1996 | 7 | 3% |
| 1995 | 11 | 2% |
| 1994 | 6 | 2% |
| 1993 | 5 | 4% |
| 1992 | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 | 2 | 2% |
| 1990 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 4% |
| 1988 | 2 | 4% |
| 1987 | 2 | 7% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chevrolet Astro
60 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
60 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsEngine cooling
18 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsEquipment
9 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Astro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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