Complaints
204
Crashes
25
Fires
2
Injuries
26
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Chevrolet Astro Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#114 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:48,661 mi
#212 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Crash-related:1
#39 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Avg mileage:133,000 mi
Crash-related:9
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Chevrolet Astro.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 14 | — | — | 48,661 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 9 | 9 | — | 133,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | 1 | — | 103,412 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 6 | 1 | — | 63,500 mi | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 6 | 1 | — | 74,800 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | 1 | 95,667 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 5 | — | — | 39,000 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 5 | — | — | 79,000 mi | |
| Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 5 | — | — | 4,768 mi | |
| Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock | 2 | — | — | — |
Automatic Transmission
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,661
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
9
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
—
Avg Miles
133,000
Unintended Acceleration
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
103,412
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
63,500
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,800
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
95,667
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
39,000
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,000
Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
4,768
Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Chevrolet Astro — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Astro reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Chevrolet Astro has 204 NHTSA complaints, 25 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Astro?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (14 complaints, avg 48,661 mi); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (12 complaints); Air Bags:Frontal (9 complaints, avg 133,000 mi). 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 1999 Chevrolet Astro?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 73,453 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Chevrolet Astro?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Astro include 25 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 26 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 1999 Chevrolet Astro have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Astro?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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