Does the 1985 Chevrolet Astro have any recalls?

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline, seats, steering, parking brake. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1985 Chevrolet Astro recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Chevrolet Astro?

5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1985 Chevrolet Astro recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Chevrolet Astro. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Chevrolet been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Chevrolet dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1985 Chevrolet Astro recalls, newest first

May 24, 2006NHTSA 06E04900027,176 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the 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: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 19, 2006NHTSA 06E04300088,303 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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).

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 23, 2006NHTSA 06E02600061,944 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 16, 1993NHTSA 93V187000604,207 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary: The recliner mechanism and the seat frame may have foam and/or vinyl between them, creating a "soft" joint. This "soft" joint results in lower than specified bolt torque which leads to joint looseness, causing bolt fatigue and eventual bolt failure.
Consequence: If bolt failure occurs to the driver's seat, it wouldallow the seat back to suddenly recline, and could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the foam and/or vinyl from between the recliner mechanism and the seat frame "soft" joint and replace the recliner bolts.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 3, 1985NHTSA 85V16000026,741 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary: A part of the steering gear housing which attaches to the frame may break. Consequence of defect: steering difficulties will occur and the steering gear to the frame may fracture resulting in loss of steering control. This could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Replace broken or cracked steering gear or install a brace if steering gear is not broken or cracked.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 7, 1985NHTSA 85V1240004,870 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake › Driveline › Air › Chamber

Summary: 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. Consequence of defect: tractors fail to meet the stopping distance specified in FMVSS 121 which is required to stop the truck safely.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1985 Chevrolet Astro with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc1
Power train › Automatic transmission1
Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly1
Service brakes1
Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar1

Other Chevrolet Astro years

Other 1985 Chevrolet models

Questions

Does the 1985 Chevrolet Astro have any recalls?: 6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline, seats, steering, parking brake. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1985 Chevrolet Astro recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Chevrolet Astro?: 5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.