1995 Chevrolet Astro suspension problems

Filed Jul 7, 2017 · Suspension · 187,000 miles · IL

Takata recall upon leaving my condominium parking lot, there is a slight curb you must drive over before exiting. The left lower control arm came loose while making a right turn onto a local city street. Resulting in the vehical to collapse on the drivers side of the car. The frame is rested on the front left tire, also damaging the drivers side door as a result. Considering the facts, the car was then completely immobile. I had to call a tow costing $100 in order to move it about 150 ft. Back to my designated parking space. Recall # 95v175000. This happened on 07/05/2017.

Filed Jun 18, 2007 · Suspension · 135,000 miles · WV

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet astro. The contact stated that the torsion bar failed, which increased the risk of a crash. The driver side torsion bar was replaced previously and now the passenger side has failed. The vehicle is unable to be driven. The wheel scrapes against the fender when attempting to make a turn. The dealer stated that they upgraded the part because the bar was too long. The torsion bar for his vehicle has a new size, therefore, the contact would need to replace both sides. He is not willing to pay for the replacement. The current mileage is 175,000 and failure mileage was 135,000.

Filed Nov 13, 2006 · Suspension · 97,000 miles · IL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 MPH on normal road conditions an unsuccessful attempt was made to make a right turn. There were no warning lights illuminated prior the incident. The vehicle was towed to the nearest dealership which was not a general motors dealership. They determined the lower arm was disengaged from the frame due to material fatigue. The manufacturer was contacted who indicated the vehicle must be taken to any general motors dealership to produce a diagnosis. The vehicle has not been taken to the gm dealership yet. The contact expressed concern because there was a recall # 95v175000 and a recall letter never received. The vehicle was not drivable.

Filed Sep 24, 2005 · Suspension · 99,132 miles · WI

I had just parked my chevrolet astro awd in the garage and after a few minutes the drivers side torsion bar snapped. The front end was sitting on the suspension stops. I am lucky this didn't happen 10 minutes earlier while I was driving. It could have caused an accident or injuries. The vehicle is currently sitting in the garage awaiting repair. The updated parts are going to run me $600 plus installation. I currently have the broken torsion bar. I vehicle resided in utah and did not see wisconsin salt until couple years ago. The bar appears to be severely corroded/pitted at the break.

Filed Sep 14, 2005 · Suspension · 100,000 miles · MN

Dt: the torsion bars are breaking and it drops the suspension. Do not have any steering. Consumer's wife was coming out of the driveway and the torsion bar. The consumer contacted gm, they said there was not enough cause. Consumer believed that the salt on roadway caused them to rust. This happened on june 15, 2002. Did have both bars repaired and sold the vehicle.*ak

Filed Jul 8, 2005 · Suspension · 66,000 miles · PA

Dt: without warning the torsion bar broke and drove itself into the axle shaft which also had to replaced.. The dealer fixed the part, and said it was fortunate that no one was driving when it happened. The manufacturer has not been contacted yet. The repair included all four of the torsion bars and the brackets they fit into. *ak the front left side axle shaft was replaced. (the front left of the van dropped to the ground)

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Suspension · 110,000 miles · PA

While driving 30 MPH torsion bar broke. Vehicle was driven home. Dealer was contacted.

Filed Sep 13, 2003 · Suspension · 87,126 miles · NY

The torsion bar snapped allowing the vehicle to drop on one corner, making it undriveable. The vehicle was parked when the bar snapped. The vehicle has never been taken off-road or otherwise abused. Had the bar failed while the vehicle was in motion, it could have caused accident or injury.

Filed Aug 28, 2003 · Suspension · 95,000 miles · IN

Both torsion bars of my van failed within 2 hours of each other. The vehicle was parked on the street beside the curb. A loud pop was heard before the vehicle dropped on the front tires. The vehicle was subsequently towed to a shop where it was determined both torsion bars had failed. Repairs are estimated to be $700.00 including parts ($520.00) purchased at the chevrolet dealer. Why is there not a recall on this item?

Filed Jul 24, 2003 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · PA

The vehicle was leaning to one side due to the torsion bar snapping. *ak the problem started with a vibration in the steering wheel and was intermittent. The dealer didn't find a problem. *scc *jb