Table 1 shows three common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Astro. The number one most common problem is related to the fuel pump (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel injector (six problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Pump problems | |
| Fuel Injector problems | |
| Carburetor problems |
Vehicle would stall, but start back up. After so many times fuel pump was installed. Few days later it repeated the problem again. Connector was burnt inside the fuel tank. Dealer wouldn't be responsible for the problem. Read details...
When my vehicle was new I complained about the engine, northstar Chevrolet put in new fuel injectors at that time, but stated that all Astro ran the same as mine, no power and hesitation. Now I find out the fuel injectors leak, breaking down the oil, causing damage to the engine. Read details...
This is the second GMC vehicle I have owned that has has intake manifold gasket failure. I understand this happening when a vehicle has been mistreated, or is high mileage. But, at 55,000 miles, this shouldn't be happening. Ford has a similar problem in their 3. 8 l, and they are taking care of it. Read details...