1992 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.

19911993
Complaints
178
Crashes
16
Fires
9
Injuries
16
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0

Worst 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#139 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Crash-related:5
#27 complaints

Seat-Related Issues

Crash-related:1
#35 complaints

Electrical System:Ignition

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
39
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
5
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,750
Automatic Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
15,500
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Webbing
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1992 Chevrolet Cavalier — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier has 178 NHTSA complaints, 16 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 39 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (39 complaints); Seat-Related Issues (7 complaints); Electrical System:Ignition (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 40,125 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier include 16 crash-related reports, 9 fire reports, 16 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Cavalier reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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