1983 Chevrolet Caprice Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1983 Chevrolet Caprice recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.

Most common 1983 Chevrolet Caprice problems

Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	3
Electrical System	2
Visibility	1
Equipment	1
Structure	1

What owners report

2001-03-01, Engine And Engine Cooling
VALVE COVER GASKETS LEAKED OIL ON EXHAUST CAUSING FIRE. REQUIRED 10 # DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT FIRE. VERY DIFFICULT TO EXTINGUISH.*AK

2000-07-17, Structure
THE PLASTIC HVAC UNIT MOUNTED TO THE FIREWALL IS POORLY DESIGN WHICH ALLOWED A FIRE TO SPREAD INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT ONLY ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, DIRECTLY THROUGH THE PLASTIC HVAC UNIT. NLM

1999-10-14, Engine And Engine Cooling
HAD CHANGED FROM GAS ENGINE TO DIESEL. THIS CAUSED THE CRANKSHAFT TO CRACK AND BREAK. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

1996-06-01, Equipment
PLASTIC LUGGAGE HAS LIMITED STRENGTH, THEREFORE WILL NOT HOLD UP UNDER ALL CONDITIONS. *SD

1996-04-17, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE FIRE. *DSH

1983 Chevrolet Caprice questions

Does the 1983 Chevrolet Caprice have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1983 Chevrolet Caprice at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1983 Chevrolet Caprice?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Electrical System (2), Visibility (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has been fixed?

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