MYRModel Year Report

1983 Chevrolet Celebrity

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1983 Chevrolet Celebrity
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:02.535Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 15 complaints 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1988: 39 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992

1983: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19832
19848
198515
198637
198746
198839
198942
19907
19911
19921

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing multiple axle.

Show complaint excerpts

Axle manfunctionl.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-05

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing delivery.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle was service'd by mr. Robert's auto/truck store when the fuel pump and electrical line's were to be service'd then after these items were serviced the vehicle proceeded to explode.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-10-30

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

FIREINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1983-09-20Parking brake83V092000 Parking brake cables contain incorrect springs. These springs fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 105, "Hydraulic brake systems".

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and install new rear parking brake cable if necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1983-10-20Service brakes, hydraulic83V105000 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.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1984-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1985-03-22 Engine compartment fires
  4. I
    1985-06-19CClosed 1989-05-18 Rear brake lockup
  5. I
    1985-08-30Engineering analysisClosed 1987-07-24 Power brake assist
  6. I
    1986-09-05Defect petitionClosed 1986-12-19 Power steering failure
  7. I
    1986-12-16Engineering analysisClosed 1988-09-19 Power st. Assist

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Chevrolet Celebrity — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 83V092000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 83V105000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1983 Chevrolet Celebrity reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Chevrolet Celebrity?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Chevrolet Celebrity have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.