Chevrolet Chevette recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Chevrolet Chevette, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Chevrolet Chevette, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1976–1986 with 20 recall campaigns and 19 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1976 (4), 1986 (3), and 1981 (3).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1986 (6), 1981 (6), and 1982 (3).
- Top recall themes: Fuel and emissions, Brakes, and Seats and restraints.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Engine and engine cooling:engine, Seat belts:front:anchorage, Interior lighting.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Fuel and emissions
4 campaigns · Years: 1976–1977, 1980–1982These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Brakes
2 campaigns · Years: 1976These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Seats and restraints
2 campaigns · Years: 1980–1981, 1984These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 1986These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 1983–1986These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 88V050000 · Power train: Column shift
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Chevrolet Chevette in NHTSA complaint data are Engine and engine cooling:engine, Seat belts:front:anchorage, Interior lighting.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 1985 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seats:front assembly:recliner. |
| 1984 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1983 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Interior lighting. |
| 1982 | 2 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Electrical system:wiring:front underhood, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly. |
| 1981 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:anchorage, Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl), Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1980 | 3 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1976 | 4 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Fuel system , Power train and Exterior lighting
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- Beretta 1985–1996
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- C6 1981–2009
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- Camaro 1981–2027
- Caprice 1981–1996
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- Cavalier 1981–2005
- Celebrity 1984–1990
- Citation 1981–1985
- City Express 2015–2018
- Cobalt 2005–2010
- Colorado 2004–2027
- Corsica 1985–1996
- Cruze 2010–2027
- El Camino 1981–1988
- Equinox 2005–2027
- Express 1997–2027
- G-Series 1981–1996
- GMT-400 1987–2002
- HHR 2006–2011
- Impala 1981–2027
- Lumina 1990–2001
- Lumina APV 1990–1996
- Malibu 1981–2027
- Malibu Classic 2004–2005
- Metro 1998–2001
- Monte Carlo 1981–2007
- Nova 1985–1988
- Onix 2021–2027
- Optra 2004–2009
- Orlando 2009–2027
- P - Series 1981–1994
- S-10 Pickup 1982–2005
- Silverado 1999–2027
- Silverado HD 2019–2027
- Sonic 2012–2027
- Spark 2008–2027
- SSR 2003–2006
- Suburban 1981–2027
- T-Series 1997–2009
- Tahoe 1995–2027
- Tracker 1995–2020
- Trailblazer 2002–2027
- Traverse 2009–2027
- Trax 2013–2027
- Uplander 2005–2009
- Venture 1997–2005
- Volt 2011–2027
- W4 1981–2027
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.