1) noticed that my brakes would "pressurize" when coming to a stop as if the anti-lock brakes were activating. I've experienced normal activation before on ice, snow, and loose gravel so I knew what it was doing. It began happening a lot so I took it to the dealer (basil chevrolet, wellsville, ny) on 9/24/07. They replaced the rotors, pads and told me "road test ok...on road test did experience antilock problem. Only once felt - unable to verify". 2) took my van home and was seeing the problem as much if not more so than before. Was quite upset that after spending over $400 dollars on the auto, I still didn't have the problem fixed that I took the van in for. Complained about it to the dealer and they said they could bring it in to "clean the sensors" for me but couldn't get me in until "next week". The very next day the problem arose while parking my vehicle at work. I lost all braking ability and smashed into the rear end of a truck. No damage to the truck at all but extensive damage occurred to the front of my vehicle. Smashed grill, bumper, hood, headlight, and possibly more that I haven't identified yet. Got stopped by the local police for the headlight issue. 3) nothing done yet to fix the problem. I left the van at the aforementioned dealer for repair work on the brakes and the headlight. Hoping to pick it up today.
2001 Chevrolet Astro lights problems
19 complaints (21% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 51,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 21%
- typical mileage
- 51,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Brake lights: switch6
- Hazard flashing warning lights: switch5
- Brake lights5
- Turn signal2
- Headlights2
- Hazard flashing warning lights: unit2
- Turn signal: switch1
- Hazard flashing warning lights1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Astro lights problems in other years
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- On certain minivans, the multifunction switch may develop an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps being inoperative.
- Risk
- The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could lead to a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hazard warning flasher switch and apply special grease to the contacts at the time of installation of the module free of charge. The repair would be used in vehicles in which the hazard slider button is still movable. If a vehicle has a hazard slider button that is not movable (frozen), the entire multifunction switch will be replaced. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 05V099000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Loss of brake lamp illumination
In its letter dated march 9, 2005, gm stated that it would conduct a safety recall to remedy a faulty multifunction switch in certain model year (my) 2001 and 2002 chevrolet astro and gmc safari vehicles; specifically, all my 2001 vehicles and early my 2002 vehicles built between march and august 2001.see the federal safety agency recall no. 05v‑099 for details.the multifunction switch may develop an open circuit in the brake lamp or hazard lamp circuit resulting in inoperative brake lamps and hazard lamps.this is due to the combined effects of the material and lubrication for the hazard switch contactor that result in increased resistance in the hazard switch and stuck hazard slider button in open (no contact) condition.dealers are to replace the hazard switch and apply special grease to the hazard switch contactor.if a vehicle has a stuck hazard slider button, dealers are to replace the entire multifunction switch.
PE04072
What 2001 Chevrolet Astro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
2001 chevy astro with maintenance work done on fuses. Customer states he received a recall and had the work repaired and then the brake lights stopped working. Customer has replaced fuse about four times.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet astro. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer in 2005 for the federal safety agency recall # 05v099000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The vehicle had approximately 60,000 miles at the time of inspection. The dealer did not replace the switch and the brake lights on the vehicle stopped operating. The manufacturer will not replace the switch because the vehicle was previously inspected. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 102,000.
2001 astro van chevy panic stop brakes no response to floor 1st. Time had looked at pass. Side wear 1 side brake pad wear repair. 2nd time need to stop fast hit brakes to floor no response both 35 MPH to 45 MPH called gm acted like don't care . Turn signal switch replace 710.00 will not reimburse engine light on and off replace sensors $275.00 catalytic converter $1000.00 then motor failure dealer could not pin point problem new motor 6538.00 bought van from dealer said o.k. For 150000 to 200000 had 47000 now 130000 will not buy g.m.
05v099000/brake light. The owner received notification from the manufacturer regarding this recall. The owner later contacted the dealer and was told by the dealership that they had no knowledge of this recall and refused to assist the owner any further. Owner later contacted the manufacturer and was given all kinds of excuses as to why the dealership told him they knew nothing of this recall. Provide further details. *jb the repairs have been made on the vehicle by another dealership who was aware of the recall.
Consumer request for reimbursement for repairs performed on 2001 chevrolet astro van have been denied. *mr recall campaign# 05v099000. The consumers brake lights, turn signals and hazards went out. The consumer was told that the part replaced was not covered under recall. *sc
The brake lights failed. Contacted the dealer. Was told it was in the switch. Recall number 05v099000/ concerning hazard lamp circuit. Was issued.
Brake lights and hazard lights stopped working. Consumer saw a recall on the television however, after calling the manufacturer, it became clear that this vehicle was not included in the recall.
Brake light failure - hazard light failure - switch defective. Same problem as identified in the federal safety agency recall # 01v364000. Brake lights not operating, cars running up close on back end, stopped by local sheriff. Contacted gm. If you read this notice please submit complaint..... Power in numbers.
The vehicle would not pass inspection due to brake light failure. The consumer had to replace a defective switch in the steering column to correct the problem. The consumer found that gm had recalls on 2000-2001 blazer, gmc jimmy and oldsmobile bravada for the same problem with the switch. The consumer bought the vehicle used - not aware when original problem already existed- noticed when following vehicle to van conversion shop to raise the roof and install wheelchair lift and tie-downs. Van is solely used to transport handicapped daughter. *ak *sc
Questions about the 2001 Chevrolet Astro lights
Does the 2001 Chevrolet Astro have lights problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the lights of the 2001 Chevrolet Astro, 21% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Chevrolet Astro lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 51,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Chevrolet Astro lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 05V099000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 2001 Chevrolet Astro problems
Brakes 34Electrical 7Body 5Fuel system 5Seat belts 5Suspension 5Transmission 5Acceleration 4Engine 4Steering 3Airbags 2Tires 2Visibility 2Locks 1
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