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2000 Chevrolet Astro problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 258 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.7 times the median Astro year — the 2000 model ranks #6 of 24 Astro years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 14 injuries in total across these filings.

Brakes leads the complaint categories with 68 reports (26% of the total).

258

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

35

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

14

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other Astro years?

Astro NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted579 complaints1976: 0 complaints1983: 0 complaints1984: 1 complaints1985: 6 complaints1986: 24 complaints1987: 31 complaints1988: 69 complaints1989: 70 complaints1990: 93 complaints1991: 121 complaints1992: 162 complaints1993: 177 complaints1994: 396 complaints1995: 579 complaints1996: 345 complaints1997: 563 complaints1998: 336 complaints1999: 204 complaints2000: 258 complaints2001: 115 complaints2002: 97 complaints2003: 82 complaints2004: 17 complaints2005: 11 complaints
Astro NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Chevrolet Astro problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes6826%
Electrical System2811%
Tires & Wheels218%
Transmission208%
Engine187%
Body & Structure177%
Steering145%
Airbags125%
Fuel System114%
Speed Control114%
Visibility & Wipers93%
Suspension73%
Other73%
Seat Belts62%
Latches & Locks52%
Lighting21%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)10%
Seats10%

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Astro have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

06E026000LightingMarch 23, 2006 · 61,944 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I ENTERED A PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH AND SLOWED TO 5 MPH AND TURNED LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE AND TRIED TO STOP. THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND I CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE NEXT TO ME. I IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND IT WAS FULL. NO ABS LIGHT HAS EVER BEEN ON, AND I JUST RECENTLY PASSED MY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 12, 2014 · crash

“WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IT CAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE ELECTICAL WIRING HARNESS. ALSO, FIREMEN STATED THAT FIRE CAME FROM WIRES WHERE FUSES WERE LOCATED. CONTACTED DEALER. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP.*AK CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN STATED THE FIRE ORIGINATED FROM A LOOSE OR IMPROPER CONNECTION AT THE FIREWALL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 13, 2001 · fire

“TIRES WER WEARING OUT ON INSIDE , AND ABS BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED.. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES PEDAL WAS HARD, AND VEHICLE WENT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO TRANSFER CASE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · March 1, 2000 · crash

“WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK. VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE IN A RUN-AWAY MODE. VEHICLE WAS EVENTUALLY STOPPED THROUGH COMBINATION OF BRAKES AND TRAVELING INTO MUD. UPON STOPPING IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WERE FLAMING - MOST LIKELY DUE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 14, 2010 · fire

“VEHICLE WAS PARKED, 1 HOUR LATER CONSUMER WENT BACK OUTSIDE TO FIND INSIDE OF VEHICLE HAD BURNED OUT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. CAUSE OF FIRE NOT DETERMINED YET. *AK *SLC ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 9, 2001 · fire

2000 Chevrolet Astro — common questions

Is the 2000 Chevrolet Astro reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 258 complaints put the 2000 model at #6 of 24 Astro years. It is one of the Astro years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 Astro problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (68 complaints), electrical system (28 complaints), tires & wheels (21 complaints).

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Astro have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Chevrolet Astro. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Astro years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Astro years to avoid are 1995, 1997, 1994, 1996, 1998, 2000, 1999, 1993, 1992. The cleanest record among Astro years belongs to 1983.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.