1992 Chevrolet Beretta
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1987 | 3 |
| 1988 | 60 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 85 |
| 1995 | 93 |
| 1996 | 72 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE CAR HAS TOTAL BRAKE FAILED,ABS BRAKES DID NOT WORK AT 5 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 19951130
8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING A COLUMN OF SMOKE DEVELOPED FROM THE TOP OF THE STEERING COLUMN, DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER. THIS OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE AFTER NOTICING THAT THE TURN SIGNAL DID NOT SEEM TO OPERATE PROPERLY DURING A TURN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030824
6% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIRE6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE SERVICE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH BECOMES INOPERATIVE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND CORRECT THE WIRING IN THE CONNECTOR OF THE STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS.
Campaign 92V185000 — check if this car was fixed
STEERING COLUMN SMK/FLAMES
DEFECTIVE AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Chevrolet Beretta — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 92V185000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Chevrolet Beretta reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet Beretta?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet Beretta have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.