Chevrolet Astro owners have reported 123 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 23 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (47 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
4l60e transmission sun gear on 2002 chevy Astro failed without warning, shred everything in transmission. Transmission shop says gm knew part was faulty but did not issue any recalls. There were no noticeable symptoms prior to failing. Fluid was flushed and changed less that a year before. Read details...
Thursday September 20, 2007 4:30 p. M. . Transmission failure, 200 miles from home in California. Driving on highway, heard roaring sound from engine, would not accelerate speed dropped. Exited freeway looking for mechanical help, none available. Overnight in campground. Read details...
Front differential failure on a 2000 chevy Astro awd with 63k miles. The total differential rebuild was required due to the bearing failure. I believe this failure could have caused a front wheel lock-up if the problem was not detected in time. Read details...
Transmission shift cable has malfunctioned. As a result vehicle was unable to engage into drive. Read details...
Consumer noticed when turning the vehicle would make a loud noise. When stopping it would vibrate. After the mechanic examined the vehicle there were no parts for the vehicle. Driver's shaft chain was defective. Read details...