Complaints
237
Crashes
13
Fires
11
Injuries
15
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0
Worst 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#127 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Crash-related:1
#215 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
#312 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Fires:3
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 27 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 12 | — | 3 | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 9 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 2 | — | 2 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 2 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
27
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
3
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Interior Lighting
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier has 237 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 27 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (27 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (15 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (12 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier include 13 crash-related reports, 11 fire reports, 15 injuries, and 1 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 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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