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#BS-1983-CHECAV-1B45

1983 Chevrolet Cavalier

Based on reports from 17 owners and 6 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
17
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Recalls
6
TSBs
0
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 17 complaints, 1 crashes, 1 fires, and 6 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Speed ControlHIGH

2 owners reported speed control issues.

!Inspect the Engine And Engine Cooling:engineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Speed Control (2 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Where the complaints fall

Speed Control2 (12%)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine2 (12%)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline2 (12%)
Electrical System:ignition2 (12%)
Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail1 (6%)
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)1 (6%)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder1 (6%)
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System1 (6%)

1983 Chevrolet Cavalier: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine and engine cooling:engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical System:ignition Issues

Electrical System:ignition complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical system:ignition-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

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Recall History (6 recalls)

06E043000Oct 2006

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

82V096000Oct 1982

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

POSSIBLE FUEL LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR AT THE THROTTLE BODY INJECTION FUEL FEED PIPE CONNECTION ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES.

83V042000Apr 1983

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM

THE LEFT FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM WHICH SUPPORTS THE FRONT WHEEL, BRAKE AND STEERING ASSEMBLY, MAY COME LOOSE AT ITS MOUNTING BRACKET. THIS IS DUE TO POSSIBLE INADEQUATE WELDING OF THE BRACKET.

83V105000Oct 1983

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE

THE BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES MAY BREAK AND SEPARATE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS WOULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND WOULD RESULT IN A PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM.

87V079000Jun 1987

SEATS

THE METAL FLOOR PAN ANCHOR BAR COULD FATIGUE AND BREAK AROUND THE LEFT FRONT OUTER SEAT ADJUSTER STUD OF THE DRIVERS SEAT, ALLOWING THE STUD TO SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR PAN ANCHOR BAR.

+ 1 more recall in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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The worst model year for the Chevrolet Cavalier is the 2005 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 17 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 6 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

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1983 Chevrolet Cavalier: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier?
The most commonly reported issue with the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier is related to the speed control, with 2 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier reliable?
The 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier has 17 complaints, 1 crash reports, and 1 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
Yes, the 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier has 6 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chevrolet Cavalier problems start?
Mileage data is limited for this vehicle. The full report analyzes available data to identify failure patterns by mileage range.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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