1989 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 2 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 20–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 7 |
| Visibility | 4 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 4 |
| Structure | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1989 Chevrolet Cavalier
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.