While driving at any speed large chunks of paint flew off the vehicle. Both the manufacturer and dealership were contacted.
The worst 1992 Chevrolet Corsica problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes54
- Electrical18
- Lights17
- Airbags16
- Steering13
- Acceleration6
- Engine6
- Transmission5
- Visibility4
- Body3
- Seat belts3
- Suspension3
- Tires2
- Fuel system1
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- The service brake stop lamp switch becomes inoperative.
- Risk
- The inoperative stop lamp switch will not illuminate thestop lamps when the brake pedal is depressed. This would not adequately informother drivers of the vehicle operator's intent to stop or slow down.
- Remedy
- Replace the stop lamp switch and correct the wiring in the connector of the stop lamp switch wiring harness.
Recall number 92V185000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Defective air bag crash sensor
Cfas sent a follow-up letter on december 12, 1996, to change the intent of the petition to airbag aggressivity and deployment variability.the federal safety agency received the letter on 12/12/96; accordingly, the petition due day was changed to april 12, 1997.cfas petitioned the agency to conduct an investigation to determine whether the airbag crash sensor and/or deployment systems for the 1991-92 chevrolet corsica/beretta, 1990-92 ford taurus, and 1994-96 chrysler minivans are defective.cfas allege that information on low speed crashes here occupants have suffered fatal injuries suggests [that the above vehicles] have defective airbag crash sensor and/or deployment systems.
DP96014
Steering column smk/flames
There is no summary currently available
PE94062
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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
- 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...
- Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that is generally encountered...
- Vehicles may exhibit a clattering noise at idle speed originating from the timing chain and front cover area
- Complaints that the ABS indicator lamp is "on"
- Comment that the ABS light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history
- Grinding and/or growling noise in park on incline
1992 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 21-22 | 29-31 | 24-25 |
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 26 | 20-21 |
What 1992 Chevrolet Corsica owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I contacted chevrolet about my 1992 corsicas inoperative brake stop lamp switch. I was contacted by a representative. He asked me for the vehicle VIN and then told me that it was not included in the recall. I never received the recall info in the first place and have not seen a recall for the switch that only included certain cars. My cars brake lights are inoperative like that described in the recall. Should I not be included. Kenneth j. Starr [email protected].
The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.
The vehicle has experienced problems with the brakes, rotors, power steering pump and when it rains the passenger side floor became wet. *slc
Steering column broke. While vehicle was started tried to shut vehicle off would not shut off when turning key. Had to remove spark plugs to turn off vehicle. Dealer contacted.
Seat belt retractor on driver's side willnot stay close while pushing button down.
My daughter was involved in an accident driving this car. She basically ran into a person backing out of their driveway. The left front of my her car hit the other persons car causing extensive damage to my daughters car. I am concerned, at this point that the air bag didnot deploy upon impact. Would like to know if there are any logged complaints of this nature.
Blower for defroster is not working properly. When using air conditioner it is not blowing out air. Also, when trying to clear windows has to roll down windows because defroster will not clear. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated had to take dashboard off to fix blower.
Brake lamp switch is inoperable. A recal has been issued on vehicle's make and model; hoiwever, this vehicle is not included due to VIN.
Ongoing problem with ABS sensor light remaining on. Vehicle taken to independent repair shop. But, they could not find anything wrong, except the ABS light staying on. Dealer was not contacted at this time.
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Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
Is the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica reliable?
Owners have filed 125 complaints about the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica, 1.2 times a typical Corsica model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica?
Brakes, with 54 complaints. Next is electrical (18).
How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
What year does the Chevrolet Corsica have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Corsica model years with the most brakes complaints are 1992 (54 complaints), 1995 (33 complaints) and 1994 (31 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica range from 20 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-22 city and 29-31 highway.
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