We have classified the 1 complaints from 2001 Chevrolet Astro about STEERING into the following categories.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet astro van. while traveling 5 mph, the contact noticed that the brakes would no longer engage and that the steering wheel had become difficult to turn. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. the current and failure mileages were approximately 160,000.
Power steering pump failure results in lost of boost for brakes (brake failure!); likewise, serpentine belt failure will cause the same. *jb
While driving at any speed and without warning there is a constant noise coming from gear box. dealer has been notified, and mechanic stated there was a chatter in the gear box, problem has been inspected by dealer, however was unable to correct the problem.*akthe dealer replaced the pressure line in the steering, power steering fluid was leaking,the turn signal was not cancelling when making right turns, left rear cargo door would not stay open.*jb