CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (15 reports).
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity recalls
Most common 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity problems
Problem areas named in the 39 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 15 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
1988 CHEVEROLET CELEBRITY. MANUFACRURER DOES NOT STOCK OR SELL REPLACEMENT SEAT BELTS OR PARTS. THE PART IS A PLASTIC CLIP THAT GOES OVER THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE. PROBABLY A $1.00 PART. BUT THE LOCAL DEALER SAYS THAT THEY CANNOT PROVIDE THE CLIP OR THE BELT. AM I SUPPOSED TO THROW AWAY A CAR THAT IS OTHERWISE PERFECT?? IS NOT THE MANUFACURER REQUIRED TO PROVIDE AVAILABILITY OF REPLACEMENT SAFETY PARTS? THERE ARE MILLIONS OF THESE GM CARS STILL ON THE ROAD.
TREADS WERE SEPARATING FROM BODY OF ALL FOUR TIRES, WHILE MUCH OF TREAD REMAINED. *AK (DOT NUMBER: Y7J9PL3146 TIRESIZE: P195/70R14)
ENGINE CRADLE MOUNTING BOLT AND ATTACHING HARDWARE RUSTED THROUGH AND SHEERED AT BODY FRAME. ATTACHING LOCKING NUT AND REMAINDER OF MOUNTING BOLT STILL INSIDE BODY FRAME. ENGINE SHIFTS AND FRONT CONTROL ARM SHIFT DURING OPERATION. LOSS OF SECOND RIGHT SIDE MOUNTING SUPPORT STRUCTURE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING AND CRASH. GM REFERRED ME TO LOCAL DEALER, WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE REPAIR WAS NOT COVERED UNDER ANY RECALL AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPAIRED BY THE OWNER, WHICH WOULD INDETAIL CUTTING OPEN THE FRAME AND REPLACING LOCKING NUT AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE AND REWELDING FRAME. CONTACTED NHTSA WHO ALSO COULD NOT LOCATE A RECALL FOR THIS SPECIFIC VEHICLE. THERE ARE SIMILAR RECALLS OUT FO
SEAT BELTS DO NOT HOLD CAR SEATS EFFICIENTLY, POOR STABILITY.
IGNITION SWITCH CAN BE STARTED WITHOUT KEY, WHEN KEY IS REMOVED FROM IGNITION SWITCH VEHICLE CONTINUES TO RUN.
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity questions
Does the 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (15), Engine And Engine Cooling (12), Electrical System (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 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.