Astro (2003)
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Complaints by Engine Code
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Chevrolet Astro, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2003 Chevrolet Astro
On a used 2003 Chevrolet Astro, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the brakes (25), the electrical system (10) and the suspension (8). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 25 owner complaints on the 2003 Chevrolet Astro about the brakes.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 10 owner complaints on the 2003 Chevrolet Astro about the electrical system.
- Drive over a speed bump and a rough patch at 15 to 20 mph with the radio off.Safety. NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on the 2003 Chevrolet Astro about the suspension.
- Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on the 2003 Chevrolet Astro about the transmission and drivetrain.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 3 owner complaints on the 2003 Chevrolet Astro about the engine.
Recalls (3)
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
CERTAIN MINIVANS HAVE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION BETWEEN THE LOWER BALL JOINT RUBBER BOOT AND THE STEERING KNUCKLE (BOTH LEFT/RIGHT SIDES), WHICH COULD RESULT IN CUTTING OF THE BOOT THAT IS INTENDED TO SEAL THE BALL JOINT. IF THE LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT WERE CUT, CONTAMINATION FROM THE ROAD (SALT, DIRT, WATER, ETC.) COULD ENTER THE BALL SOCKET AREA OF THE BALL JOINT CAUSING THE JOINT TO WEAR OUT TOO QUICKLY.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro complaints?
Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro. The systems they name most often are the brakes, the electrical system and the suspension.
Is the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro have?
NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls covering some 2003-2003 Chevrolet Astro vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Astro?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the brakes, the electrical system and the suspension, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the Astro have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2003 Chevrolet Astro. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 61 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.