Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Chevrolet Astro owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Consumer has experienced several problems with vehicle, right rear blinker and parking brake bulb failed. Back hatch would not open, door was locked and would not open, dealer found latch rod retainers worn out. Alternator failed. Serpentine belt failed. Air conditioner quit blowing. Rear end was roaring, dealer replaced rear differential. Oil pressure would go to zero, dealer replaced indicator. Vehicle experienced missing, dealer replaced spark plub and distributor cap, when the engine cover was removed, dealer found the plug wires shorting to the cylinder head, dealer replaced all plug wires. Vehicle would turn, but would not start, dealer found fuel pump shorted out, dealer replaced fuel pump system. Oil leaking at pinion area, dealer replaced front differential and pinion seal. Rear axle was replaced due to rear axle seal leaking. …
I have had problems with my 1995 Astro van 4.03l from the day I bought it hard starting asb locking up dealer replaced EGR value twice took back with same problem 3 months later was told nothing wrong computer digital check said so now I have gotten 2 mechanics to look at it and said the EGR valve fuel lind stays open pouring out gas they want to charge my 600.00 to clean out the sluge this problem has been going on for 3 years my van now has 82000 miles and it sounds and smells like a mac truck I also has to replace to wiper motor about 2 years ago and I paid for it I just a notice to replace it it no charge I cant find the orginal receipt so I'm out another120.00 for that repair along with the 65.00 so a local mechanic. …
The alternator bracket, serpentine belt and tensioner broke. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle from the main road; however, due to loss of brakes, the consumer wasn't able to use the emergency brakes. Consumer was able to stop the vehicle when the transmission was shifted to park. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and it was discovered that the failure was the alternator, serpentine belt and tensioner. Incident was reported also at general motors (GM), Chevrolet motor division (file number: 1-185249227).
Pulled into shopping center parking lot ( 35mph slight right turn) started to turn left to parking space and engine cut-out suddenly without warning. Incident was recorded by my dash cam: http://s247.photobucket.com/user/hchickpea/media/vanpowercutout_zpsb0e071e6.mp4.html you can see the flash of a police car going in the opposite direction at almost the exact time of the engine stopping. No apparent ignition switch problems, no engine chugging or sounds, lightweight keychain.
I purchased the van used in 2000 and it burned down in 2001. I have had the wireharnes, aircompressor and fuel injection (recall) all repaired by dealer. While driving on hyway engine made loud noise and failed. Pulled over and relized that van was on fire. Fire deptment shut off fire. Van was totaled. Financed by gmac
When coming to a complete stop vehicle lurched forward about five feet. Also, vehicle stalled intermittently, and had a rough idle. Vehicle was taken to the dealer four times and mechanic replaced the lower intake gasket/ EGR valve twice, and fuel injectors. None of these repairs resolved the problem.
I have a problem with carbon building up in my ezra valve of my 1995 Chevrolet Astro van. This has been a constant problem. I have had the carbon blasted out more than once. I replaced the entire fuel injection system. I add products to help with the carbon problem, but it still continues. I contacted Chevrolet customer care and was told to take my van to my local dealer. I have no more money to put into this van and Chevrolet doesn't seem to care. It now sits in the driveway because cannot driv eit, it does start but dies at every stop.
I have a problem with the EGR valve. GM offered to replace it before 75000 miles. Nfortunately my van has more than that and Chevrolet dealer will not replace it under warranty. I think it should be consider for a safety recall campaign since when EGR fails it stops the engine operation and power steering and power brakes. I almost hit hit cars waiting at the toll at florida turnpike when my EGR got stuck while letting of the gas pedal to begin braking. I installed brand new EGR but that didnt fix the problem. No help from GM.
I received a letter stating that 1995 4.3l engines were having trouble with the linear exhaust recirulation valve. It describes the symptoms which my van has started exhibiting. While they were offering to fix vehicles with such problems they limited it to vehicles to under 75K miles. My van has 82K. My point was Chevy recognized there was a problem with this valve (whether it was over or under 75K) it was defected...they have refuse to offer assitance even though they admit it is a problem...where can I go for help
I recieved a letter of recall on the EGR value the same day I picked up my car from the shop, where they had informed me that the EGR was sticking open and they had cleaned and replaced it. All plugs fouled. Two weeks later the same sticking is occurring. GM says that my vehicle is past the milage for reimbusement of repair cost. Can they be made responsible for repair expense regardless of the milage?
Engine complaints in other Astro years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 1995 Chevrolet Astro?
NHTSA has 29 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 1995 Chevrolet Astro, 7% of the model year's 446 complaints. The component named most often is engine › gasoline (9 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Chevrolet Astro engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 1995 Chevrolet Astro, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Astro engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 113,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 2 fires and 3 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.