4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,296 miles

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problem #4

Feb 222004

Astro Van 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 97,186 miles
The alternator bracket, serpentine belt and tensioner broke. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle from the main road; however, due to loss of brakes, the consumer wasn't able to use the emergency brakes. Consumer was able to stop the vehicle when the transmission was shifted to park. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and it was discovered that the failure was the alternator, serpentine belt and tensioner. Incident was reported also at General Motors (GM), Chevrolet motor division (file number: 1-185249227).

- Tracy, CA, USA

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problem #3

Jan 291999

(reported on)

Astro Van

  • miles
Loud squealing noise coming from serpentine belt and or alternator. Worse on cold or wet days. Dealer has replaced alternator serpentine /belt, and pulley arm. Some parts have been replaced more than once. Have taken to dealer 4 time in 2 years.

- Kokomo, IN, USA

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problem #2

Oct 011993

Astro Van

  • miles
Alternator failed.

- Buena Park, CA, USA

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problem #1

Jun 011995

Astro Van

  • miles
Alternator bearing failure.

- Visalia, CA, USA

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