CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 6 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (7 reports).
1986 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls
Most common 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
ON MY 1986 CHEVY CAVALIER Z24 V6 IF THE ENGINE IS OFF OR ON THE DIGITAL DASH THE LIGHTS GO OUT AND SO DOES THE DOME LIGHT IF THE HEAD LIGHT IS PUSH O PANEL OR BOTH.*TR
CONSUMER STATES THAT THE SPARE TIRE ON THE VEHICLE HAS CRACK MARKS ALL OVER THE TIRE. CONTACTED DEALER AND THE DEALER IS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. MR
ADJUSTED STEERING COLUMN IS COMING LOOSE AT COLLAPSE/HINGE AREA DUE TO LOOSENESS OF BOLTS. THIS CAUSES MECHANISM NOT TO WORK PROPERLY ON STEERING COLUMN RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK
BACK OF DRIVERS SEAT WENT DOWN, AND DRIVER HIT A CEMENT WALL AND FLIPPED CAR OVER. *AK
VEHICLE CAUGHT ONN FIRE. CAUSE UNKNOWN.
1986 Chevrolet Cavalier questions
Does the 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier: Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Electrical System (5), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 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.