10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #6

Jun 162002

Astro Van 4WD

  • miles
I have had a number of problems with this vehicle: Both the left and right power windor motors; replace the key remote, both idler arms, front brake pad at 37,000 miles, serpentime belt, power steering pump - replaced twice, had to fix oil cooler lines twice, replaced distributor/rotor; replaced lower gasket due to intake manifold leak, and fuel pump modual. All of this was done before my car had 57,000 miles. The dealer has been very fair and repaired at low or now cost. I have had two trips shortened due to breakdowns and have spent over $1,500 on repairs not covered under warrenty or by the dealer. This is in addition to normal maintenance (oil and filter, four new tires, and transmission fluid and filter). I am concerned as to "what is next" and when the dealer when no longer be able to fix these problems at low cost to me.

- Willmar, MN, USA

problem #5

Jun 192000

Astro Van

  • miles
Consumer experienced engine failure, replaced tensioner and engine belt.

- Wyoming, DE, USA

problem #4

Feb 242001

Astro Van

  • miles
While driving battery light came on. Problem was due to 'belt tensioner breaking. Consumer was driving at approximately 10 - 15 mph. Please provide any additional information.

- Murpheystown, TN, USA

problem #3

Oct 022000

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving about 70 mph engine was making noise. Power steering and power brakes were affected.technician said that problem was with idler pulley and tension pulley. After explosion like sound under the hood, the tensioner pulley disintegrated causing loss of power steering and power brakes.

- Berlin, CT, USA

problem #2

Jun 011998

Astro Van

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Broken housing on belt.

- Mission Vi, CA, USA

problem #1

Aug 061997

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
While driving, the serpentine belt broke, causing the vehicle to lose brakes and power steering.

- Pine Bush, NY, USA