1983 Chevrolet Astro
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 0 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 56 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 70 |
| 1991 | 96 |
| 1992 | 132 |
| 1993 | 135 |
| 1994 | 338 |
| 1995 | 446 |
| 1996 | 263 |
| 1997 | 360 |
| 1998 | 241 |
| 1999 | 133 |
| 2000 | 175 |
| 2001 | 91 |
| 2002 | 70 |
| 2003 | 62 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 9 |
Known problem areas
No complaint components on file for this model year.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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Date not on fileParking brake85V124000 The rear brake release time may be greater than the time specified in FMVSS 121, "Air brake system". In addition, some tractors may have warped parking brake apply springs which also effect the rear brake release time.
Remedy: Install a quick release valve in the trailer service air line and increase the diameter of the rear service brake line. Also inspect rear spring brake chamber and release if necessary.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Chevrolet Astro — pre-purchase inspection
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 85V124000 · Parking brake
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1983 Chevrolet Astro reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Chevrolet Astro have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.