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The worst 1993 Chevrolet Caprice problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical15
- Brakes13
- Suspension6
- Airbags4
- Seat belts4
- Acceleration3
- Body3
- Tires3
- Engine2
- Fuel system2
- Transmission2
- Lights1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
Recalls 1
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- The rear lower control arm can crack at the rear stabilizer bar attachment.
- Risk
- This condition can be aggravated by the severe duty cycle of these vehicles and eventually cause the lower control arm to fracture completely causing a loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both rear lower control arms and rear stabilizer bar attachments.
Recall number 96V020000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23-24 | 18 |
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 13-15 | 19-23 | 15-17 |
What 1993 Chevrolet Caprice owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Intermittently horn failed to work. Dealership repaired the problem twice, but the consumer was still having problems.*ak the vehicle needed a horn switch replaced.
Location: front lower control arm on driver's side. Problem: nut came off the bolt holding the suspension together causing a 2" rip in the frame. *ak complaint: vehicle can not be repaired through welding with out some liability and risk. Question: how can this issue be resolved?
The horn was inoperative due to the hot weather temperature melting the mechanisms. *ak *scc
The ABS light came on while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealership which informed the owner that the wires that ran from the front to the back along the frame had shorted out circuit. This short was due to the circuit rubbing against the frame. Nlm
The horn buttons are located at each side of the airbag. They are 2 small buttons that are very difficult to depress in emergency situations. The left horn button will slip out of place and go somewhere into the steering wheel. The horn buttons are made out of plastic and very susceptible to breakage even w/little usage.I recently contacted the manuf. But they attributed to wear and tear/age of vehicle. We have replaced the horn buttons 1996, 1997,1999, 2000, and they just went out again. This has become an expensive & frustrating safety issue because you are unable to use the horn in emergency situations. You are unable to depend on the reliability of being able to push the horn buttons. The window guides are made of plastic. They break very easily. The service dept. Has acknowledged poor craftmanship for both of these items but has offered no assistance in either matter. Any assistance you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
While traveling on highway and without prior warning ABS brake light appeared on dashboard. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak consumer stated that the brake pads were replaced at 21000 miles and front discs replaced at 27000 miles. Also the antilock brake sensor failed at 23000 miles.
Front end suspension lower control arm on driver's side is faulty. Bolt that holds frame is hanging off and the self locking nut came off.
Horn does not work while driving and could cause an accident or a pedestrian to get hurt. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. *ak consumer stated the horn buttons are loose in the steering wheel. Horn has been intermittently inoperative. Now it is not working at all. Consumer unplugged the horn because it would go off when turning a corner in either direction. The technician found horn contacts loose and they were broken causing intermittent operation. The contacts were replaced.
While driving 70 MPH hit fire hydrant head-on and airbags didnot deploy. Vehicle totaled.
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Questions about the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
Is the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice reliable?
Owners have filed 61 complaints about the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice, 10.2 times a typical Caprice model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice?
Electrical system, with 15 complaints. Next is brakes (13).
How many recalls does the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
What year does the Chevrolet Caprice have the most electrical problems?
The Chevrolet Caprice model years with the most electrical complaints are 1994 (32 complaints), 1991 (16 complaints) and 1992 (15 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice range from 15 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 24 highway.
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