Worst 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering:Rack And Pinion
Seat Belt Issues
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cables | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
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1987 Chevrolet Cavalier — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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