Model year guide

2005 Chevrolet Astro

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chevrolet Astro is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2005 Chevrolet Astro — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Chevrolet Astro at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints9
Combined14–17 mpg
Typical price$3,942

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Chevrolet Astro recalls 2

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

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.

Fix: 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.

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

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…

Fix: 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).

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Chevrolet Astro common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2005 Chevrolet Astro MPG & running costs

Combined14–17 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,400

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2005 Chevrolet Astro worth?

Low
$800
Typical price
$3,942
High
$12,500

From 7 comparable 2005 Chevrolet Astro listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chevrolet Astro costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,550
Total$25,550
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,942) with the same model 4 model-years older ($842), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Chevrolet Astro trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
4.3L 6-cyl

2005 Chevrolet Astro vehicles on record

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2005 Chevrolet Astro — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Astro have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet Astro. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Astro?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, electrical system, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet Astro get?

The 2005 Chevrolet Astro has U.S. EPA estimates of 14–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2005 Chevrolet Astro worth?

Comparable 2005 Chevrolet Astro listings run roughly $800–$12,500, typically around $3,942 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.