Three problems related to accelerator stuck have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Astro. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Dt: while turning a corner and pressing the accelerator it became stuck causing the vehicle accelerate faster. The consumer pumped the gas pedal which made the vehicle go faster. The consumer then placed her other foot on the brake pedal which made the rear tires spin. The consumer had to place the transmission in neutral and remove the key from the ignition before the vehicle stopped. Triple a was afraid to tow the vehicle due to acceleration issue but finally decided to tow it to dealer. Dealer was willing to repair under an extended warranty. GMC would offered no assistance.
While driving at 70 mph accelerator pedal sticks intermittently.
While driving 30 mph accelerator pedal stuck and then vehicle accelerated to 40 mph. Consumer shut off ignition to stop vehicle. Mechanic determined a plate inside throttle body had two rivets that came loose and got stuck.