Three problems related to door hinge have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Astro. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Astro based on all problems reported for the 2001 Astro.
2001 Chevrolet Astro van had to have all 4 outside door handles replaced. Each one had become cracked.
Sliding passenger door no longer comes with a manual release for the open position. If the van is backed nose down on a hill the door will not stay open. Someone has to hold it. The friction plate can be tightened but that will eventually cause failure as that wear.
Side sliding door may close on foreward down hill, the door has friction type catch, older models had a cable control release.
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