Chevrolet Astro Recalls

The Chevrolet Astro has been recalled 9 times across the 1995–1999, 2001–2003 model years. The most recent recall, from March 14, 2005, covers the switch. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Chevrolet dealer.

9recalls
0do not drive / park outside
8model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Suspension
    222%
  • Seat belts
    222%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    222%
  • Lights
    111%
  • Other / not specified
    111%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    111%

2003 Chevrolet Astro recalls (1)

Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint

NHTSA recall 03V-328 · Sep 12, 2003 · 41,477 vehicles

Certain minivans have an interference condition between the lower ball joint rubber boot and the steering knuckle (both left/right sides), which could result in cutting of the boot that is intended to seal the ball joint.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering knuckles. Owner notification is expected to begin on April 8, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

2002 Chevrolet Astro recalls (1)

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

NHTSA recall 05V-099 · Mar 14, 2005 · 77,055 vehicles

On certain minivans, the multifunction switch May develop an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps being inoperative.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard warning flasher switch and apply special grease to the contacts at the time of installation of the module free of charge.

2001 Chevrolet Astro recalls (1)

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

NHTSA recall 05V-099 · Mar 14, 2005 · 77,055 vehicles

On certain minivans, the multifunction switch May develop an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps being inoperative.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard warning flasher switch and apply special grease to the contacts at the time of installation of the module free of charge.

1999 Chevrolet Astro recalls (1)

Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices

NHTSA recall 01V-123 · Apr 10, 2001 · 461,851 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the "fasten safety-belt" audible warning occasionally May not come on or May terminate in less than four seconds as required by the standard.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new alarm module. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…

1998 Chevrolet Astro recalls (3)

Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior

NHTSA recall 03V-093 · Mar 7, 2003 · 507,171 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles, Mini vans, and pickup trucks May develop a short circuit in the electric outside rearview mirror switch.

Remedy: Dealers will install a fused jumper harness to the electric outside rearview mirror switch. Owner notification began on April 24, 2003.

Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices

NHTSA recall 01V-123 · Apr 10, 2001 · 461,851 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the "fasten safety-belt" audible warning occasionally May not come on or May terminate in less than four seconds as required by the standard.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new alarm module. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…

Child seat

NHTSA recall 99V-009 · Jan 20, 1999 · 2,090 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans equipped with integrated dual child seats. Some of these vehicles May be missing a seat belt retractor clutch spring and/or pawl spring in the child seat. If the clutch spring was missing, the seat belt would lock in the retracted position and could not be used.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belts on the child seats, and if necessary, replace the child seat.

1997 Chevrolet Astro recalls (4)

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

NHTSA recall 03V-159 · Apr 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles

On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…

Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices

NHTSA recall 01V-123 · Apr 10, 2001 · 461,851 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the "fasten safety-belt" audible warning occasionally May not come on or May terminate in less than four seconds as required by the standard.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new alarm module. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…

Child seat

NHTSA recall 99V-009 · Jan 20, 1999 · 2,090 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans equipped with integrated dual child seats. Some of these vehicles May be missing a seat belt retractor clutch spring and/or pawl spring in the child seat. If the clutch spring was missing, the seat belt would lock in the retracted position and could not be used.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belts on the child seats, and if necessary, replace the child seat.

Seat belts › Rear/other

NHTSA recall 97V-057 · Apr 8, 1997 · 18,972 vehicles

The outboard safety belt webbing on the right-hand rear bucket seat can separate during a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a protector on the rear seat cushion frame.

1996 Chevrolet Astro recalls (4)

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

NHTSA recall 03V-159 · Apr 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles

On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…

Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices

NHTSA recall 01V-123 · Apr 10, 2001 · 461,851 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the "fasten safety-belt" audible warning occasionally May not come on or May terminate in less than four seconds as required by the standard.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new alarm module. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…

Child seat

NHTSA recall 99V-009 · Jan 20, 1999 · 2,090 vehicles

Vehicle description: Mini vans equipped with integrated dual child seats. Some of these vehicles May be missing a seat belt retractor clutch spring and/or pawl spring in the child seat. If the clutch spring was missing, the seat belt would lock in the retracted position and could not be used.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belts on the child seats, and if necessary, replace the child seat.

Seat belts › Rear/other

NHTSA recall 97V-057 · Apr 8, 1997 · 18,972 vehicles

The outboard safety belt webbing on the right-hand rear bucket seat can separate during a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a protector on the rear seat cushion frame.

1995 Chevrolet Astro recalls (3)

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

NHTSA recall 03V-159 · Apr 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles

On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…

Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm

NHTSA recall 95V-175 · Sep 13, 1995 · 69 vehicles

These vehicles were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm-to-frame rear nut not tightened to the specified torque.

Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left-hand lower control arm-to- frame rear nut to the proper torque specification.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Astro have?

NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the Chevrolet Astro across 8 model years.

How do I know if my Chevrolet Astro has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.