1998 Chevrolet Astro Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 46about this part
- Share
- 19%of 241 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 86,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 46 complaints about the visibility of the 1998 Chevrolet Astro, 19% of the 241 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 86,750 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Switch on dash board for rear air conditioner fan control was over heating in the high speed position. I tried to turn it off and could not and it was hot to the touch. I knew how to remove the switch while my wife was driving. The switch was over heating and partially melted the connector and destroyed the switch. I believe that if I did not disconnect the switch the possibility of a fire was there.”
NHTSA complaint #10016700, filed 2003-04, 99,950 miles“While driving at any speed windshield wipers only worked intermittently. When the windshield wipers were turned off, the blades stopped in the middle of the windshield. Also, washer fluid did not eject like intended. There was a problem with the electric windows moving up or down on demand. There were times when the windows got stuck in the up position or in the down positions.”
NHTSA complaint #10055501, filed 2004-01, 50,000 miles“Windshield wipers failed to operate at times when switched on. When they did operate, the wiper high speed function would not work. This is the identical problem that existed with my 1996 Chevrolet blazer. The blazer was subject to a recall for a faulty wiper control module, which fixed the problem. Both vehicles use the same type of wiper control module, which appears to lose a connection on the module.”
NHTSA complaint #10110106, filed 2005-02, 97,490 miles“The vehicle's windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000. The vehicle was not included in the recall because the vehicle identification number and model year were outside the remedy scope.”
NHTSA complaint #10040645, filed 2003-10, 20,000 miles“Windshield wiper motor works intermittently. Wipers work sometimes, sometimes not. Had to replace wiper motor and pulse module. 1997 model astros have a recall for them. It looks like 1998 astros need the same recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10023046, filed 2003-06, 85,000 milesRelated recalls
- 03V093000Mar 7, 2003Certain sport utility vehicles, mini vans, and pickup trucks may develop a short circuit in the electric outside rearview mirror switch.Covers: Chevrolet Astro 1998, GMC Suburban 1997–1998, Chevrolet Suburban 1997–1998 +5 more
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 11% |
| 2004 | 1 | 7% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 7% |
| 2001 | 2 | 2% |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% |
| 1999 | 11 | 8% |
| 1998 | 46 | 19% |
| 1997 | 62 | 17% |
| 1996 | 60 | 23% |
| 1995 | 104 | 23% |
| 1994 | 88 | 27% |
| 1993 | 4 | 3% |
| 1992 | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 | 2 | 2% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
| 1988 | 2 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Astro
38 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsEngine cooling
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
26 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsTires
13 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology