2003 Chevrolet Astro Suspension Problems

“Our 2003 chevy Astro van had a intermittent very bad shimmy come from the front wheels. It was so bad the van could not be driven over 30 MPH without losing control. The next 20 times it was driven it would work fine. We finally had it in to a dealer who had it happen to one of their mechanic while he was driving. The mechanic said it is a bad ball joint that had to be that way when it left the factory. We have not been able to drive the van for 3 weeks as they say the part is back ordered. …”

“Front suspension issues, electrical gauges, replacement of fuel tank pump, door latches failing to open on sliding side door making exiting of vehicle impossible, recall of 02v328000 unable to be confirmed as handled by any dealers.”

“Recall 03v328000/lower ball joint boot interference. Consumer had recall repairs done. Whenever vehicle was backing up or making a turn a popping sound was heard while driving. Vehicle had been to the dealer on three separate occasions, and problem recurred.”

“Earlier today I had my wife take in our 2003 Chevrolet Astro. The service light would not reset. This was the second time it came on and this time it would not reset by itself. While there I asked her to inquire about the sept. 2, 2003 recall of the Astro van for a front suspension defect. Recall number 03044. The dealership representative searched by using our VIN. The search came back with no recall. I researched the recall on the NHTSA and called the Chevrolet manufacturers 800 number for further assistance to find out if we would be included. I spoke with an operator by the name of angela. …”

“Dealership was unable to perform the lower ball joint boot interference recall 03v328000 repairs because they didn't have the parts or the tools. Consumer called dealer twice to make an appointment since receiving the recall notice.”