1995 Chevrolet Astro steering problems

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 Sep 23, 2002 · Steering · NJ

Consumer states while in the repairs shop the technician informed him the idler arm needed to be replace. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Oct 25, 2001 · Brakes, Steering · AZ

Vehicle pulled to left at all times when applying brakes. Vehicle has been taken to dealership 11 times. Dealer replaced front shocks/ idler arm/ resurfaced rotors/did wheel alignments, and replaced tires. Currently, dealer said remedy would be a complete brake job. None of the mentioned repairs remedied problem.

Filed Mar 9, 2001 · Brakes, Steering · PA

Ongoing problem with loss of steering and braking due to a leakage. Vehicle been repaired by dealer on two occasions, and probelm reoccurred. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Filed Sep 22, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · NY

While driving at approximately 40 MPH torsion bar broke, causing driver's side front end to drop on top of tire, consumer was unable to turn steering wheel. Dealer claimed it was normal for torsion bar to break. *ak driver had two previous failure of idler arms. Also had wheel rotor failure.

Filed Sep 13, 2000 · Steering, Suspension · WI

Was driving home & heard a loud bang. Steering wheel tilted to left. Did not have a lot of control of vehicle. Vehicle taken to service station where mechanic indicated that tie rod end had snapped. Manufacturer had redesigned tie rod end and replaced it. *ak the problem continued and both left and right torsion bars were found to be the cause.

Filed May 31, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · MD

While coming off ramp onto an intersection vehicle lost steering and brake booster due to malfunctioning of power assist pump. Vehicle taken to independent shop, and had power assist pump replaced. Feel free to provide further details.

Filed Apr 7, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · MI

1-I could not change lanes when traffic stopped suddenly.2- I could not turn left off a highway unless I let off on the brake. 3-cannot get out of a tight parking place if brake is depressed fully.

Filed Feb 18, 2000 · Steering · MN

Idler arms had be replaced every 40,000 miles. The first time idler arms were replaced was at 36,000 miles. Another set was put on at 77,000 miles. Steering is very loose. Dealer is aware of the problem. First set was replaced under warranty.*ak

Filed Sep 29, 1999 · Steering · MD

Intermediate link missing grease fitting although the hole was drilled.. Location for fitting not visually accessible unless mirror used. Missing grease fitting caused water to gain entry to ball joint and cause premature failure. This vehicle was greased at least twice at dealer who should have picked up missing grease fitting. Assumed manufacturer using lifetime sealed joint as have seen some from gm. Vehicle regularly greased either by owner or dealer. Clunking noticed in steering. Owner has replacedpart and original is available from owner if needed for inspection.