1998 Chevrolet Astro suspension problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1998 Chevrolet Astro — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While braking at low speed the abs would cause extended stopping distance. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak front wheel speed sensor replaced. Left front window hangs when going up. Window tracke lubed. Pads and rotors replaced. Rer brake adjusted. Brake pedal kicked up…”
filed Feb 7, 2005
“Front suspension torsion bar broke while driving 5 mph. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that the part was not covered under a manufacturer's recall. *ak”
filed Jul 8, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Astro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Astro | 8 | 13% |
| 2001 Astro | 6 | 7% |
| 2000 Astro | 7 | 4% |
| 1999 Astro | 6 | 5% |
| 1997 Astro | 24 | 7% |
| 1996 Astro | 60 | 23% |
| 1995 Astro | 75 | 17% |
| 1994 Astro | 40 | 12% |
| 1993 Astro | 20 | 15% |
| 1992 Astro | 13 | 10% |
| 1991 Astro | 3 | 3% |
| 1990 Astro | 1 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 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.