Worst 1987 Chevrolet Astro Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Chevrolet Astro.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Webbing | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Column | 1 | — | — | — |
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1987 Chevrolet Astro — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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