1996 Chevrolet Astro vs 1997 Chevrolet Astro
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Chevrolet Astro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 263 | 360 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 47 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 101,000 mi | 91,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Astro | Chevrolet Astro |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 60 | 62 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 64 |
| Suspension | 60 | 24 |
| Power Train | 19 | 53 |
| Steering | 16 | 40 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 37 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 18 | 31 |
| Structure | 15 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 11 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 9 |
| Stalling | 6 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
1996 Chevrolet Astro
1997 Chevrolet Astro
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.