Chevrolet Astro owners have reported 30 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light switch (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Astro. While the vehicle was undergoing a routine inspection, the contact was informed that his exterior lighting/brake light switches were inoperative. He called the dealer in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 05v099000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). Read details...
Summary: on 2003 chevy minivan, the multifunction switch hs developed an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps being inoperative. Read details...
1) noticed that my brakes would "pressurize" when coming to a stop as if the anti-lock brakes were activating. I've experienced normal activation before on ice, snow, and loose gravel so I knew what it was doing. Read details...
Brake light failure - hazard light failure - switch defective. Same problem as identified in NHTSA recall # 01v364000. Brake lights not operating, cars running up close on back end, stopped by local sheriff. Contacted gm. If you read this notice please submit complaint. . . . . Power in numbers. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Astro. The contact stated that on several occasions, the brake lights and hazard lights failed. The contact stated that if the brake pedal was depressed and the hazard light switch was moved around the lights would function as intended. Read details...