1985 Chevrolet Cavalier Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 86V073May 28, 198687,174 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 85V042Apr 12, 198534,331 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Vehicle Speed Control1

What owners report

2001-02-27, Electrical System
FIRE ERUPTED IN THE DASH WERE THE RADIO WAS LOCATED RUINING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE WAS OFF AND PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS NOT AFFECTED. NLM
1999-03-26, Vehicle Speed Control
WHENEVER ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD STICK. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK
1997-07-30, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE DRIVING ABOUT (30) MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE BACK BRAKE ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT OUT AND CAUSED THE FRONT BRAKE ON THE LEFT SIDE TO GO OUT. THIS ALMOST CAUSED AN INCIDENT. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY DEALER. *AK
1996-10-10, Electrical System
ELECTRICAL FIRE.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)

1985 Chevrolet Cavalier questions

Does the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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