Chevrolet Chevette 1986
Model Chevette made in 1986 by Chevrolet got 6 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and power train. The car had some investigations: power train, seat belts. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, power train. The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.6l, 1.8l.
Model 1986
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | RWD | 25/30/27 | 28/39/32 | Regular | $ 694 | 3 | 850816 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | RWD | 28/34/31 | 31/43/36 | Regular | $ 606 | 3 | 850814 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 27/35/30 | 30/45/36 | Regular | $ 624 | 3 | 850814 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 40/46/42 | 44/58/50 | D | $ 428 | 3 | 850820 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V056000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 09/01/1985 to 11/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 93317 | 05/15/1986 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/28/1986 | 05/01/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. note: also, see nhtsa campaign number 86v131000. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace headlight switch as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: headlight switch. vehicle description: passenger cars, trucks and vans. | |||||||||||||||
| 86V131000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1986 to 04/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 106111 | 05/15/1986 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/19/1986 | 09/30/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace headlight switch as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: headlight switch. vehicle description: passenger cars and trucks/ vans. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V050000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 07/01/1982 to 12/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 370831 | 04/11/1988 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/04/1988 | 04/12/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The automatic transmission shift lever button mechanism may wear to the point that the button on the shift lever no longer needs to be depressed to shift gears. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A lever with this condition could be inadvertently bumpedor moved from drive to reverse by the driver or a passenger while the vehicleis being driven. a sudden unexpected shifting could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | A newly designed transmission shift lever will be installed on all vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: transmission/shift lever.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | ||||||
| PE88023 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/05/1988 | 04/08/1988 | SHIFTER FAILURE | 88V050000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||
| DP87009 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/30/1986 | 02/10/1987 | SAFETY BELTS | ||
| Safety belts | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 04/15/1995 | |||
| Fuel pump failure, causing intermittent stalling; also replaced carburetor/transmission/engine. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 04/15/1995 | |||
| Fuel pump failure, causing intermittent stalling; also replaced carburetor/transmission/engine. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 04/15/1995 | |||
| Fuel pump failure, causing intermittent stalling; also replaced carburetor/transmission/engine. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 7 | 11/01/1984 | ||
| Brakes failed after recall repair. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | |||
| 04/15/1995 | |||
| Vehicle often loses power and unable to go above 20 mph, unless going downhill. happens primarily when cruising on highway when suddenly vehicle slows down and there is little response from the accelerator. problem cannot be determined. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | |||
| 04/15/1995 | |||
| Fuel pump failure, causing intermittent stalling; also replaced carburetor/transmission/engine. *ak | |||