1988 Chevrolet Corsica Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1988 Chevrolet Corsica has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (13 reports).

4Recalls
46Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1988 Chevrolet Corsica recalls

Seat Belts

Recall 91V206Nov 26, 1991722,884 vehicles affected

Structure:Body:Hood

Recall 91V135Aug 19, 1991290,408 vehicles affected

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Recall 89V225Dec 18, 1989170,769 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Recall 88V039Mar 23, 1988282,052 vehicles affected

Most common 1988 Chevrolet Corsica problems

Problem areas named in the 46 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling13
Electrical System12
Latches/Locks/Linkages9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8
Seat Belts7
Vehicle Speed Control6
Visibility6
Exterior Lighting4
Steering4
Structure4

What owners report

2001-04-03, Equipment
IN 8/98 WE BEGAN TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE A/C. WE HAVE SPENT ALMOST $2000, IN REPAIRS AND IT IS STILL NOT WORKING. WE ARE NOW BEING TOLD IT IS THE COMPRESSOR, EVEN THOUGH WE HAD IT REPLACED IN 8/98, ALONG WITH THE ACCUMULATOR. WE HAVE HAD FAN MOTORS AND FAN BLADES REPLACED. ALSO WE HAD THE EVAPORATOR CLEANED AND SERVICED. WE NO CANNOT AFFORD TO PURCHASE A NEW VEHICLE AT THIS TIME. WE JUST SOMEONE TO HELP US WITH OUR PROBLEM. WE LIVE IN FLORIDA AND REALLY NEED THE A/C WHEN IT IS 98DEGREES OUTSIDE!*AK
2001-03-05, Latches/Locks/Linkages
LOCK PROBLEMS WOULD NOT UNLOCK WITH OR WITHOUT A KEY AND PAINT PROBLEMS ON THE HOOD. *AK
2000-07-24, Seat Belts
SEAT BELTS FAILED. NLM
2000-03-22, Latches/Locks/Linkages
HOOD LATCH FAILED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING DAMAGE TO ROOF AND WINDSHIELD WHEN HOOD OPENED. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). MJS
1999-09-20, Visibility
WHEN IT RAINS THE VEHICLE IS FLOODED ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE ONLY. WATER IS COMING IN FROM THE WINDSHIELD, BUT THE DEALER CAN'T FIND OUT THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

1988 Chevrolet Corsica questions

Does the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica: Seat Belts; Structure:Body:Hood; Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica?

Based on 46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (13), Electrical System (12), Latches/Locks/Linkages (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Chevrolet Corsica 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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