Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro

Table 1 shows eight common steering related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro. The number one most common problem is related to the power steering pump (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (three problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Chevrolet Astro

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Power Steering Pump problems	5
Steering problems	3
Steering Noise problems	2
Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems	2
Lose Power Steering problems	1
Steering Gear Box Sector Shaft problems	1
Steering Gear Box problems	1
Steering Anti-theft Device problems	1

Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro

The Power Steering Pump problem

I own a 1997 chev Astro van with 151k miles. Sunday, the power steering pump went out. When it did so, the brakes turned mushy with little braking power. We were lucky as we had just come down a steep driveway. Read details...

The Steering problem

While driving the van the driver was turning the steering wheel and the steering locked up, causing the driver problems turning the vehicle. This happens only when the driver is trying to make a turn. Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

While moving from a stopped position the car made a loud noise and the steering went completely out. Dealer has vehicle currently. Read details...

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