1995 Chevrolet Astro: fuel pump failure

Filed Oct 16, 2013 · Fuel system, Steering · 200,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet astro. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power steering assist. The vehicle failed to decelerate as the brakes were applied. In order to stop the failure, the contact had to power off the engine however, the failure recurred twice once restarted. The vehicle was towed to the contact?s residence where the contact independently replaced the power steering line. In addition, the fuel pump was found to be faulty and was also replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. ...updated 11-12-13 *bf the fuel pump wire connector on top of the fuel pump inside of the gas tank melted and the fuse never blew. The consumer also stated the second time the power steering line broke, he almost crashed into a hospital.

Filed Mar 22, 2007 · Fuel system · 103,234 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet astro. While in motion the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off the road. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the failure was diagnosed as needing a new fuel pump and harness. The contact has the repair invoice. The current and failure mileage were 103234.*ak update *4/23/07tr

Filed Aug 20, 2006 · Fuel system · WI

Fuel pump failed 3 times in 3 years twice while driving causing loss of control of vehicle, nearly causing a accident.

Filed Jun 5, 2005 · Fuel system · FL

The fuel pump went out while driving down the road at 40miles per hour, thereby losing all power steering, brakes etc. Is the 3rd time in 3 years this has happened. First time stopped at red light, stalled and refused to restart, 2nd time waiting for bridge to close, today going down road. Could have been very serious. Has been replaced each time.

Filed Jul 24, 2003 · Fuel system · WA

Consumer called complaining about the unsafety electrical fuel pump, connection inside the gas tank burned out. Dealer notified.

Filed Jan 31, 2003 · Fuel system · 132,000 miles · UT

The van would seem in perfect running order, but after parking and returning to vehicle, it would not start. After several times, the vehicle wouldn't start at all. When we took off the fuel pump, which is located inside the gas tank, the wires had shorted out and were burned. This seems dangerous and I feel it could have started a fire or caused an explosion. I checked other complaints and I am not the only one this has happened to. Please make the manufacturer check this part and make sure it is safe and that this will not result in a fire for someone else!!

Filed Jul 25, 2001 · Fuel system · MI

Fuel pump/sending unit assy. Shorted out inside of fuel tank leaving black arcing traces on component- if tank were not commpletely full this would most likely caused an explosion resulting in grievous injury or death! Local dealer notified,to see if any recall or service bullitins were published and recieved a very unfreindly reception and absolutly no help.

Filed Jun 27, 2001 · Fuel system · PA

Fuel pump seized, shorted out and melted wires connected to it inside fuel tank, blew fuse. Could have been fatal.

Filed Sep 12, 2000 · Electrical, Engine · GA · fire · 1 injury

Consumer has experienced several problems with vehicle, right rear blinker and parking brake bulb failed. Back hatch would not open, door was locked and would not open, dealer found latch rod retainers worn out. Alternator failed. Serpentine belt failed. Air conditioner quit blowing. Rear end was roaring, dealer replaced rear differential. Oil pressure would go to zero, dealer replaced indicator. Vehicle experienced missing, dealer replaced spark plub and distributor cap, when the engine cover was removed, dealer found the plug wires shorting to the cylinder head, dealer replaced all plug wires. Vehicle would turn, but would not start, dealer found fuel pump shorted out, dealer replaced fuel pump system. Oil leaking at pinion area, dealer replaced front differential and pinion seal. Rear axle was replaced due to rear axle seal leaking. While driving, lights on dash started blinking, all indicator needles and gauges were jumping back and forth, smoke came out of the vents, consumer tried to stop vehicle, but brakes and steering failed, vehicle finally rolled to a stop, sliding door would not open, finally driver and daughter got out through front doors, fire and smoke came from under the hood, consumer's daughter has experienced chest pains due to this, consumer has to pay for the rest of the loan even though vehicle was a total loss. Consumer feels this fire occurred due to the many electrical problems the vehicle experienced, she is requesting reimbursement, dealer would not help her.

Filed Apr 26, 2000 · Engine, Fuel system · NM

While driving vehicle stalls unexpectedly which may result in a crash. In two instances, vehicle would not restart. Dealer replaced the fuel pump twice. But problem is still occurring. Please provide further information.

Filed Apr 13, 1999 · Acceleration, Electrical · MN

When stopping or starting vehicle would accelerate and lunge forward. Dealer contacted, and stated computer chip was defective. Could not remedy problem. Also, fuel pump went out, vehicle does not comply to any recalls. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

Filed Apr 3, 1999 · Fuel system, Visibility · AZ

Windshield wipers donot actuate when switch is turned on. The wiper problem is an intermittent problem, sometimes tehy will work. Fuel pump failure did not allow vehicle to start. Fuel pump was replaced by dealer service shop, and problem was fixed. Subject vehicle isa light duty, low mileage vehicle.