Tl* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet caprice. While driving 55 MPH, the entire front end of the vehicle shook and the contact lost control. The failure occurred without warning. The contact continued to drive slowly. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
1994 Chevrolet Caprice engine problems
10 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe2
- Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)1
- Exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)1
- Exhaust system: emission control1
- Exhaust system1
- Engine: gasoline1
- Engine1
- Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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175k-200k
200k+
Chevrolet Caprice engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
- What is wrong
- The engine oil cooler inlet hose may have been installed too close to the steering gear causing chafing. The chafing can eventually wear through the hose's protective sleeve resulting in engine oil leaking onto the engine.
- Risk
- If this occurs, the oil leak onto the engine can result in an engine compartment fire.
Recall number 94V049000 · Recall details
What 1994 Chevrolet Caprice owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle died at 65 MPH,and would not restart. Had to be towed.
Consumer believed that water pump was faulty/defective. It needs replacement at less then 28,000 miles of wear. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide further details.
Exhaust manifold malfunctioned, causing car to hesitate. Then pulled off and leaked exhaust fumes into the car.
Horn doesn't work properly, and it's very hard to use the horn. Also, there is a leakage within the exhaust manifold.
While driving the vehicle shuts down, giving the driver no indication . The dealer has replaced the alternator prior to this incident. The vehicle is currently at dealership for repair. Consumer contacted the manufacturer.
The defective check valve near the exhaust manifold separated, causing the anti-freeze to spray onto the manifold and caused a fire on the right side of the vehicle. Police department had 30 check valves replaced out of 150 vehicles regarding this problem.
Starter failed, exhaust manifold failed due to warping, PCM failed.
Lower ball joint snapped off control arm.
Chrome around the back lights corroded.
Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice engine
Does the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice have engine problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the engine of the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Chevrolet Caprice engine problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V049000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Caprice have bad engine?
The Chevrolet Caprice model years with the most engine complaints are 1991 (12 complaints), 1996 (12 complaints) and 1994 (10 complaints).
Other 1994 Chevrolet Caprice problems
Electrical 32Locks 27Brakes 18Steering 13Visibility 12Acceleration 11Tires 9Suspension 8Transmission 7Body 5Airbags 4Fuel system 4Seat belts 4Lights 3Seats 1Wheels 1
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