1998 Chevrolet Astro fuel system problems

Filed Jan 28, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 245,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet astro. The contact stated that he began to drive in reverse and the speedometer failed. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic where they stated that fuel leaked from the wiring harness and into the engine computer. In addition, the engine computer and the fuel injector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 245,000.

Filed May 15, 2011 · Fuel system · 200,000 miles · CA

I have a 1998 chevy astro van that qualifies for a expired warranty for gm that is related to a defect in their fuel injection system that causes them to stick open or closed. I was never notified by chevy about this problem and was not properly diagnosed by a mechanic until this year. The bulletin/warranty number is: 99066e and it states that all repairs relating to this problem would be covered no charge to the vehicle owner as long as it's within 10 years or 200,000 miles. So, I'm 3 years out of warranty and I have 217,000 miles. It doesn't seem right that chevy never contacted me about this and I've had to pay for numerous repairs related to the fuel system in this vehicle over the years without that could have been avoided if I had my fuel injection system fixed. These vans are known to run up to 450,000 miles. The operation of my vehicle is vital in this economy. I really would appreciate this warranty extended to me. I have contacted chevy/gm and they just read the warranty back and deny me repair or tell me to get it fixed at the dealership. Why should I have to pay for a repair that there is a warranty that states that they are at fault and it's related to fuel deposits in california fuel?

Filed May 10, 2006 · Fuel system · 134,653 miles · AL

Dt*: the contact stated the service engine soon light illuminated and the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop. The repair shop determined the fuel filter was leaking fuel. The fuel filter and tank assembly was replaced.

Filed Jun 20, 2005 · Brakes, Fuel system · 50,000 miles · PA

Comments: I read where the federal safety agency has started an investigation into this problem. I have a 1998 astro awd pasasenger van with the same symptoms (started at 50,000 miles, currently has 67,000 miles. I pulled the fuse so I at least have brakes at slow speeds. I nearly ran into my garage and am concerned becauase we live near railroad tracks. Have rolled into intersections beacause of this safety problem. Abs engages at slow speed which allows vehicle to keep going (renders to brajes useless) there is a tsb by gm on this shown below. My concern is that this vehicle is not listed in your investigation. This is a serious safety issue. Brakes - antilock brake activation at low speeds file in section: 05 - brakes bulletin no.: 02-05-25-006a date: december, 2002 technical subject: antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds (clean wheel speed sensor mounting surface) models: 1999-2000 cadillac escalade 1995-1999 chevrolet silverado (old style) 1995-2000 chevrolet suburban, tahoe (old style) 1995-2003 chevrolet astro van, blazer, s10 1995-1999 gmc sierra (old style) 1995-2000 gmc yukon, yukon xl (old style) 1995-2001 gmc envoy, jimmy 1995-2003 gmc safari van, sonoma 1995-2001 oldsmobile bravada this bulletin is being revised to change model information. Please discard corporate bulletin number 02-05-25-006 (section 05 - brakes). Condition some customers may comment on ABS activation at low speeds usually below 8 km/h (5 MPH). Upon investigation, the technician will find no dtcs set. Cause the cause of this condition may be an increased air gap between the wheel speed sensor and the hub reluctor ring due to rust and debris built up on the sensor mounting surface. Correction

Filed Apr 8, 2004 · Electrical, Fuel system · 93,373 miles · MD

While driving at 50 MPH vehicle accelerated up to 3200 rpms. Vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, and technician determined computer needed to be replaced. *ak the fuel injectors needed to be replaced.

Filed May 21, 2003 · Fuel system · 61,000 miles · IN

While driving the vehicle suddenly lost power due to a faulty fuel pump. *nlm the consumer provided the repair invoice. Updated 09/05/07

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Fuel system · AZ · crash

Fuel injection and main computer were replaced because fuel leaked where gas ran through electrical harness into computer (vcm).*ak

Filed Dec 18, 2002 · Electrical, Fuel system · 84,197 miles · AZ

The fuel injector was leaking gasoline, and the gas ran through the electrical harness into the main computer. The dealer has been notified. Ts the speedometer had become inoperative. Scc

Filed Jul 30, 2002 · Fuel system · OH

Power loss-due to harness connector at top of the tank,were it connects to the module, was burned and along with the module wiring inside fuel tank. Cause vehicle to stop operating.

Filed May 14, 2002 · Fuel system · CA

While driving at 20-25mph fuel pump went out without any warning vehicle came to a complete stop , brakes got hard and there was no power steering.