1985 Chevrolet Celebrity Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

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

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (10 reports).

2Recalls
15Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Celebrity?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 Chevrolet Celebrity recalls

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Recall 84V132Oct 16, 19842,130 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity problems

Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling10
Power Train4
Steering3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Visibility2
Electrical System1
Structure1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

2011-10-21, Fuel System, Gasoline
PURCHASED A USE 1985 CHEV. CELEBRITY CLASSIC 10-16-2007 THAT ONLY HAD 46,722 MILES. IT HAD A STRONG GAS SMELL THAT WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE OF HEALTH AND SAFETY CONCERNS. I DROVE THE CAR SHORT DISTANCE AND EVEN NOW ONLY HAVE 74, 912 MILES ON IT. I FEEL THE CAR CAME FROM THE FACTORY LIKE THIS BECAUSE AN OLD MAN THAT DIED HAD THE CAR. IT LOOKED LIKE NEW WHEN I PURCHASED IT. EVEN NOW IT DRIVE LIKE A NEW CAR. THE GAS IS LEAKING FROM SOME WHERE SO THE SMELL, LEAK AND COST OF GAS MAKE IT WHERE I CAN'T AFFORD TO DRIVE IT. RIGHT NOW I ONLY DRIVE IT TO KEEP THE BATTERY CHARGED. PLEASE HELP. *TR
2004-02-04, Steering
EMAIL CONSUMER LETTER REGARDING GM POWER STEERING RECALL.*MR 1985 EUROSPORT WAGON DEVELOPED A PROBLEM WHERE POWER STEERING WAS LOST WHILE MAKING LEFT TURNS AT LOW SPEEDS.*MR
2001-10-30, Visibility
REPLACED FUSE FOR REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER AND SMELLED BURNING. THE PLASTIC PIECE THAT COVERS THE CONTACT TO THE WINDOW WAS BEGINING TO MELT. THE OEM SPACER WAS A PIECE OF FOAM THAT HAD LONG SINCE CRUMBED TO NOTHING. YD
2001-03-01, Power Train
WELL MAINTAINED/RUSTPROOFED AT PURCHASE /REAR AXAL LET LOOSE WHILE TURN IN DRIVEWAY OF HOME. *AK
2000-12-01, Power Train
TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. CONSUMER WILL FILL OUT MORE INFORMATION IF NEEDED. *AK

1985 Chevrolet Celebrity questions

Does the 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Vehicle Speed Control:Springs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (10), Power Train (4), Steering (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity 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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