1991 Chevrolet Astro
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1991 Chevrolet Astro. Newest first.
Certain 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck 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.
Certain 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This 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.
Remedy
Honeywell 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).
Certain 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-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.
The 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If 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.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the foam and/or vinyl from between the recliner mechanism and the seat frame "soft" joint and replace the recliner bolts.
Seat belt anchorage bar for rear sofa failed to sustain loads required by fmvss 210.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 210.
Remedy
Replace noncomplying sofa bar with bar that meets requirements.
The seat belts for the front and mid-ship seats did not rest on pelvis as required by fmvss 209.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Seat belts may not restrain seat occupant, and couldinjure the seat occupant in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
Relocate seat belt anchor bolts to adjust belts for seat locations.
Owner complaints
95 complaints12 involved a crash4 involved a fire10 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
Beginning about a year ago, have had intermittent hard pedal when braking. occurs rarely, without warning. no ABS light seen but suspect possible ABS malfunction. pedal does not pulsate but a faint growling, grinding, or buzzing noise IS heard. may be ABS motor cycling. during failure brakes…
Beginning about a year ago, have had intermittent hard pedal when braking. occurs rarely, without warning. no ABS light seen but suspect possible ABS malfunction. pedal does not pulsate but a faint growling, grinding, or buzzing noise IS heard. may be ABS motor cycling. during failure brakes are barely operative. usually returns to normal operation after 2-3 pedal presses. sometimes pulls sharply left, occasionally right, on brake application. there IS no loss of power steering. occurs most often at freeway speed but has also occurred at slower speeds. has occurred both in sudden, hard braking and in very light use. have had all power components, all rubber hoses, power steering pump, and both front wheel brake components professionally replaced. vehicle has front disc/rear drum and hydroboost. mechanic usually cannot duplicate the problem but has done so once and has no explanation for it. seeking to learn possible reasons and cure.
- Structure
The door handles on both the passenger and driver side broke off. The sliding side door lock engaged before the door fully closed breaking the locking mechanism. I have seen several astro as well as safari vans with missing handles. I am having trouble finding replacement doors. *Tr
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The driver's side seat belt retractor failed to retract on its own. the driver was able to contact the dealer for appointment. please fill in additional information. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Driver's side and passenger's side front and rear seat belt retractor failed to click in and hold. this problem occurred more than once and had not been resolved. consumer contacted dealer on numerous occasions, but nothing was resolved. *Ak *tc
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Repeated total failure of brake system resulting in three separate rear end accidents over 13 year period. Original owner. When braking for sudden emaergency stop,after initial braking begins, brake petal goes down to floor and brakes completely release, resulting in no brake stoppage of vechicle…
Repeated total failure of brake system resulting in three separate rear end accidents over 13 year period. Original owner. When braking for sudden emaergency stop,after initial braking begins, brake petal goes down to floor and brakes completely release, resulting in no brake stoppage of vechicle and susequent rear ending of vehicle in front. Dealer denies sytem record of brake failure after second occurrance. When heard about recall, dealer says does not apply in canada, and not applicable to the 1991 model year.
- Unknown or other
Paint peeling off truck all over
- Steering › Column · Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Consumer stated while driving pins in steering column sheared, causing steering to drop. Consumer had to pull to the side of the road and call a tow truck. consumer had vehicle towed to his home, and repaired the problem himself. Also, door handles broke off, all almost at the same time, within a week apart. consumer replaced them on his own. *Ak
- Interior lighting · Structure › Body › Door
The back double door will not open anymore. I can not get into the van to place my sons wheel chair into it. The space in the rear was the reason why I purchased the vehicle. The side door will no longer lock, and the interior light will not come on when the door IS open. *ts *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis**770142
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
While traveling and without any indication transfer case had broken away from frame of vehicle . Please provide further information.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Both blowouts had the appearance (to a non-expert) of a tread separation problem. *ak (dot number: MKM3 trhr tiresize: p215/70r)
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS brakes in front lock up when attempting to stop. has been ongoing for numerous miles and now has been attributed to the control module for the kelsey hayes ABS system. advised not to drive due to safety hazard. this apparently IS a recall for several years, however, not 1991. I can not take my children in a vehicle that may lose its brakes because of an ABS control problem. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
While in a low speed accident shoulder seat belt did not retract, causing consumer to hit steering wheel. *Ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Firestone radial atx tires(p215 75 r15)experienced tread separation. *slc
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings · Suspension
This astrovan shows severe rustout of all underbody components, particularly steel brake lines, calipers, drums, rotors, etc. Suspension components also have rusted to the point where they influence vehicle safety. Dealer asserts that this IS due to improper storage or submersion in salt water but…
This astrovan shows severe rustout of all underbody components, particularly steel brake lines, calipers, drums, rotors, etc. Suspension components also have rusted to the point where they influence vehicle safety. Dealer asserts that this IS due to improper storage or submersion in salt water but van kept on asphalt pavement and never used in water. Condition existed from first year of ownership. Independent mechanics asseerted rustout IS characteristic of all astrovans they have seen. To date have replaces over $2000 of brake, running gear and exhaust components in 45000 miles. This IS clearly not normal wear and tear.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While making a sudden stop vehicle started to slow down, but then it released and kept going, consumer ran into another car. took to dealer , and they could not duplicate the problem.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
While driving, right rear winston tire 8.75 R16.5 LT experienced tread separation, upon inspecting other tires, mechanic stated 2 of the 3 remaining tires were beginning to separate, which was causing steering problems. *slc
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Structure › Frame and members
Defect in design of all-wheel drive caused frame to rip and break in several places in left front making the vehicle un-repairable also broke right front drive shaft . Vehicle has been used for on-road use only ,
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
The left front wheel came off while driving and stuck a parked vehicle (ohio traffic crash report). *mjs
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Although both the ABS and brake light are on the brakes appear to function properly . The master cylinder was checked and IS working properly . The code scanner reads a complete failure of the antilock brake system. The dealer was contacted and advised me I was not covered under the recall for failed brake systems. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS light appeared,dealer said ABS not fuctioning. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Car parked in driveway. upon turning key to start, smoke started billowing from under dash. shut off key, disconnected battery and aired vehicle. found melted/ bare wiring. contacted cheverlot custormer service (#990501z66, contact kim hill). individual reported nothing gm could do to defray costs of repair. dealer estimate at $2,240. *Ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Consumer once stopped, stepped on the gas pedal and car made a clunking noise in the back, like something was going to fall off. sounded like something was loose. Then got into place, noise stopped until stop and go again. It was not the transmission. Took to dealer, they couldn't hear the clunking. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS brakes were not operational after being applied. This happened after the ABS light came on. The brakes would lock up & then slide. This IS an everyday problem. The brakes were replaced the first time at 87,000 miles. Now they have failed again. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When applying the brakes pedal remains in the upright position, causing total brake failure. Cause unknown. Please give any further details. *ak
- Unknown or other
No summary.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Instrument panel/dash electrical fire
Alleged electrical fires may occur in the dash area while the subject vehicles are being operated or while parked.
- Seat back bolt breakage
There is no summary currently available
- Apv fires
Apv fires
- Brake failure
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- Brake failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10028790General motors: on all 1988-2009 full size chevrolet/gmc pickups, utilities and vans, the brake pedal will move down or self apply during full lock turns or near full lock turns. Chevrolet astro and GMC safari vans; hummer 2 are included. Updated 5/24/11.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10007244Window regulator motor does not fit.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 41063Recall 91-c-50 - general motors has determined that certain 1991 chevrtolet c/k trucks, M/L and g vans equipped with 4.3L engines [rpo LB4 or rpo LU2 (m van only)] may be emitting non-methane hydrocarbons (nmhc) in excess of california emissions standards. California emissions standards were established to protect the public health and wealfare from dangers of air pollution. Excess emission of nmhc may cause a vehicle to fail state mandated emission tests. To correct this condition, dealers are to install a new oxygen sensor.
- 39304Cold engine knock.
- 38076California recall - general motors has determined that certain 1991 c/k trucks, M/L and g vans with 4.3L engines may be emitting non-methane hydrocarbons in excess of california emission standards. To correct this condition, dealers are to install a new exhaust oxygen sensor.
- 37947Oil pressure gauge reading concerns.
- 37942Transmission extention seal leaks.
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