Tl* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet beretta with kumho solus tires. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle shook as the front driver side tire blew out. The vehicle was taken to the tire shop for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem . The tire was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000. The tire failure mileage was 30,000.
The worst 1994 Chevrolet Beretta problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes29
- Electrical13
- Body10
- Engine10
- Lights8
- Suspension8
- Tires6
- Transmission6
- Acceleration5
- Seats5
- Locks4
- Airbags3
- Seat belts3
- Steering1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
Recalls 2
Structure: body: door
- What is wrong
- The reinforcement panel that serves as a liftpoint for the frame was omitted from the right side rocker assembly of the frame the vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: the missing reinforcement panel reduces the protection of the vehicle occupants in the event of a side impact collision.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the right side rocker reinforcement panel. If the reinforcement panel is not present, dealers will contact chevrolet for further instructions.
Recall number 94V176000 · Recall details
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- The suspension support assemblies do not meet general motors corporation's specification for weld integrity and the affected weld can fail causing the front of the control arm to separate from the suspension support assembly.
- Risk
- If this occurs, the affected tire/wheel assembly can movesubstantially from its designed position and steering control can be severelyimpaired which may result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Install revised suspension supports with adequate weld integrity.
Recall number 93V157000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta 35
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices
- Equipment
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as...
- ABS front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Revised piston pin removal / installation procedure
- Some owners may comment on driveability symptons of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or...
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E or 4T65-E transaxles may comment on a...
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4T60-E transxales may comment on a grinding and / or...
1994 Chevrolet Beretta fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 22 | 28-31 | 24-25 |
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 |
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 26-27 | 20-21 |
What 1994 Chevrolet Beretta owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a set of cornell 1000 tires, line size: p185/75r14, which were being utilized on a 1999 chevrolet beretta. While traveling 55 MPH, the contact noticed that the vehicle had begun to vibrate abnormally. After examining the vehicle the contact noticed that the belts on all four tires were separated. The tires were taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the tires could not be repaired and would need to be replaced. The tires were not replaced. The current and the failure mileages were 9,000.
1994 chevy beretta caught fire under the hood. Consumer stated the vehicle would only drive 2 MPH. *kb (ohio traffic crash report)
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 MPH the right front control arm separated from the suspension. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 93v157000, regarding the suspension front. The VIN was not included in the recall.
Dt: totaled vehicle, the brakes locked up, and after hitting the brakes the steering wheel would not move keep going straight and hit an embankment. Not sure if something was wrong with the ABS system.
The front seat release latch did not lock into place. *jb the brake light mounted on the wind deflector failed. The underside of the vehicle melted and cracked.
While driving 70 MPH front driver side tire tread separated without warning.
While driving 30 MPH vehicle stalled. Vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, and mechanic determined that alternator failed.
Front passenger tire separated from vehicle.*mr in the accident, the door was dented and all the lug nuts were missing and three out of five bolts were missing.*cb
Brake pedal goes to the floor, and vehicle continues on before coming to a very jerky stop.
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Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
Is the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta reliable?
Owners have filed 84 complaints about the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 84.0 times a typical Beretta model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta?
Brakes, with 29 complaints. Next is electrical (13).
How many recalls does the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta have?
2 recalls, covering structure and suspension.
What year does the Chevrolet Beretta have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Beretta model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (29 complaints), 1992 (28 complaints) and 1995 (27 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta get?
Official estimates for the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta range from 20 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 22 city and 28-31 highway.
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