One problem related to side/window air bag has been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Astro. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle was hit on driver's side while driving 40mph, and then ran head-on into a brick wall. Upon impact, neither driver's side nor passenger's side airbags deployed. Also, left rear seat belt disengaged, leaving occupant unprotected during crash. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
| Air Bag Not Deploy problems | |
| Front Air Bag problems | |
| Air Bag problems | |
| Side/window Air Bag problems |