Complaints
336
Crashes
25
Fires
7
Injuries
39
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1998 Chevrolet Astro Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#121 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:82,189 mi
Crash-related:1
#221 complaints
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Avg mileage:83,276 mi
#314 complaints
Automatic Transmission
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 21 | 1 | — | 82,189 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 21 | — | — | 83,276 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 12 | — | — | 69,856 mi | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 11 | 2 | — | 84,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 8 | 8 | — | 64,821 mi | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 8 | 1 | — | 84,197 mi | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 8 | — | — | 93,373 mi | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 8 | — | — | 74,500 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | — | 1 | 94,186 mi | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 6 | — | 4 | 87,598 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 6 | — | — | 97,619 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages | 5 | 2 | — | 114,000 mi | |
| Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler And Attachment | 5 | — | — | 78,682 mi | |
| Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer:Motor | 5 | — | — | 116,000 mi | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 3 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
82,189
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
21
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,276
Automatic Transmission
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
69,856
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
84,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
8
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,821
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
84,197
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
93,373
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,500
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
94,186
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
87,598
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
97,619
Structure:Body:Door
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
114,000
Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler And Attachment
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
78,682
Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer:Motor
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
116,000
Wiring & Fuses
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1998 Chevrolet Astro — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1998 Chevrolet Astro reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 1998 Chevrolet Astro has 336 NHTSA complaints, 25 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Astro?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (21 complaints, avg 82,189 mi); Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor (21 complaints, avg 83,276 mi); Automatic Transmission (14 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1998 Chevrolet Astro?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 84,554 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1998 Chevrolet Astro?
NHTSA complaints for the 1998 Chevrolet Astro include 25 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 39 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Astro have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1998 Chevrolet Astro as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1998 Chevrolet Astro?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Astro reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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