1997 Chevrolet Astro visibility problems

62 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,520.

owner complaints: 62
of this car's complaints: 17%
typical mileage: 80,520
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Power window devices and controls
23
Windshield wiper/washer
19
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
12
Windshield
5
Glass, side/rear
3
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
2
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
1
Rearview mirrors/devices
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Astro visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Chevrolet Astro visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 30

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported April 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Risk: If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on june 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.

Recall number 03V159000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Windshield wiper failureOpened May 31, 2002, closed July 23, 2003

As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, gm has expanded the population of safety recall 98v‑150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my m/l vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.

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What 1997 Chevrolet Astro owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 29, 2005 · Visibility · FL

Concerns regarding safety recall notices involving 1997 chevrolet astro van.*mr the consumer received the first recall notice on march 1,2003, then consumer had the recall work performed on april 15,2003 and the consumer has been receiving recall notices for the same problem ever since and the problem has been resolved.

Filed Mar 29, 2005 · Body, Engine · 30,000 miles · WA

The consumer's 1987 and 1997 chevrolet astro vans had faulty engine's.***no answer required***. *mr the power windows failed, the driver's seat came loose, the rear door hatch broke and the transmission failed due to the torque converter slipping and valve body wear (90000 miles).

Filed Mar 25, 2005 · Visibility · 150,000 miles · CA

Both front power windows motors have failed to function.

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Brakes, Transmission · 18,796 miles · MA

Brake problems on 1997 chevrolet astro van. *mr the consumer stated that more brake work was needed. The brakes had rusted and needed to be turned, the A/C was not blowing cold and there was a heating concern. *sc the rear axle seals and differential gaskets were leaking..

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Visibility · 79,000 miles · AL

While driving in a rainstorm the vehicle windshield wipers fail without warning. The cause was unknown.

Filed Mar 25, 2004 · Visibility · 79,000 miles · AL

While driving in a rainstorm the vehicle windshield wipers failed without warning. The cause is unknown. Please provide any additional information.

Filed Dec 24, 2003 · Visibility · 144,332 miles · WI

Windshield wiper motor found defective.*mr the wiper motor has been replaced twice. The consumer believes there is a definite problem with the wiper motors. *ph

Filed Dec 15, 2003 · Visibility · 92,000 miles · CA

Window motors stopped working on both sides.

Filed Jun 30, 2003 · Visibility · 94,000 miles · MI

Power window motor (passenger side) is inoperable. Replaced power window motor on driver side 12/02. Second motor to fail in six month period.

Filed Jun 18, 2003 · Visibility · 80,520 miles · FL

Electric window controls on my 1997 chevrolet astro van have started working intermittently. Started happening right after I had a dealership repair the windshield wiper controls pursuant to gm recall. Mostly occurs after window is down, and switch will not operate to roll window up. If I wait a minute, the switch will work, but will only roll window up an inch or two at a time before it stops working again.

Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Astro visibility

Does the 1997 Chevrolet Astro have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 62 complaints about the visibility of the 1997 Chevrolet Astro, 17% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet Astro visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,520 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Astro visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 03V159000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Astro have the most visibility problems?

The Chevrolet Astro model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (104 complaints), 1994 (88 complaints) and 1997 (62 complaints).