1997 Chevrolet Astro Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 4%of 360 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,398miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the equipment of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro, 4% of the 360 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,398 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Brake problems on 1997 Chevrolet Astro van. The consumer stated that more brake work was needed. The brakes had rusted and needed to be turned, the A/C was not blowing cold and there was a heating concern. The rear axle seals and differential gaskets were leaking..”
NHTSA complaint #10092588, filed 2004-09, 18,796 miles“My wipers on my 1997 Astro van stop working during use which is of course is very dangerous. After reading some of the other peoples problems it is apparent that this is a known problem with this vehicle.. Why wont GM do anything about it? Does someone need to die?”
NHTSA complaint #10023134, filed 2003-06“1997 Chevrolet Astro. Consumer states several issues with vehicle the consumer stated the odometer light went out while driving and the air condtioner compressor failed. The vehicle would cut off in the midst of driving, which made controlling the vehicle difficult.”
NHTSA complaint #10340111, filed 2010-06“Tensioner belt on my 1997 Chevrolet Astro van continues to make chirping sounds especially after it rains. Tensioner belt has been changed 4 times and alleviates the problem temporarily.”
NHTSA complaint #10086839, filed 2004-08“Chevrolet doesn't care about using cheap parts- after warranty they say trade it in .numerous things wrong with van and have talked to Chevrolet many times. Can't use back door of van, run out of gas, knobs fall of interior devices, asked chevy to help since 37,000 and problems still happening as I go, can't afford to fix and can't afford to trade. Another nice shove it job by Chevrolet they don't stand by their prduct and their product is not safe please respond.”
NHTSA complaint #731284, filed 2000-09Related service bulletins
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10170494Dec 2, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979Nov 22, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10165876Sep 5, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10141381May 31, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10082506Aug 26, 2016This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating…
- 10248444Jun 30, 2014Vehicle Recalls
- 10139019May 3, 2013This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on High Oil Pressure on Startup After Engine Replacement Concern.
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 11% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 2% |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% |
| 1998 | 7 | 3% |
| 1997 | 16 | 4% |
| 1996 | 9 | 3% |
| 1995 | 13 | 3% |
| 1994 | 8 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 | 3 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 4% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro
67 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
62 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsFuel system
43 complaintsSteering
40 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsBody and structure
32 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsAir bags
17 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Astro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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