Axle Shaft problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Astro

Two problems related to axle shaft have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Astro. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Axle Shaft problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2000

Brakes pads are wearing excessively. Front brakes/ rotors & wheel bearing were all replaced. Consumer received a phone call from GMC. Apparently, they know of problem, but no recall was issued. Something in the brake system is malfunctioning, according to the consumer.

2 Axle Shaft problem

Failure Date: 08/08/1999

The wheel bearings on the front wheels are spilling quite a bit of grease on the rims. The dealer was contacted about this problem. The dealer was not able to do anything about the problem. Please provide any further information.




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