1996 Chevrolet Astro electrical system problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1996 Chevrolet Astro — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet astro. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact found a recall notice inside the vehicle from when it was purchased. The recall letter pertains to the ignition coil wire. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure…”
filed Jun 25, 2007
“Dt: 1996 chevrolet astro. The vehicle began to smoke on august 11, 2005. The smoke was coming from the dashboard. The vehicle was being driven when this occurred. The consumer stated the switch or the plug for the rear air conditioner blower melted. Also, melted the first six inches of the wiring…”
filed Aug 18, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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Electrical System problems in other Astro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Astro | 10 | 16% |
| 2002 Astro | 13 | 19% |
| 2001 Astro | 7 | 8% |
| 2000 Astro | 23 | 13% |
| 1999 Astro | 19 | 14% |
| 1998 Astro | 25 | 10% |
| 1997 Astro | 28 | 8% |
| 1995 Astro | 24 | 5% |
| 1994 Astro | 13 | 4% |
| 1993 Astro | 11 | 8% |
| 1992 Astro | 15 | 11% |
| 1991 Astro | 8 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Chevrolet Astro
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.