MYRModel Year Report

1984 Chevrolet Celebrity

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1984 Chevrolet Celebrity
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:33.837Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1984 8 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 1984: 8 complaints 1984 8 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 1984: 8 complaints 1984 8 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

1984: 8 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

4 of 8 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and tie rod assembly.

Suspension

2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.

Structure

2 of 8 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and support device/strut.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Sub-frame separated from body due to rusty washers holding bolts in place, causing steering linkage to separate/loss of control of vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-01

Seats

2 of 8 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY
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The driver and passenger side seat failure when vehicle was rear ended. Tt three people were injured in accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-20

Tires

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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    1984-02-24Seats84V011000 Some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 207, anchorage of seats. In event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.

    Remedy: Inspection of seat back locks will be performed. Locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1984-04-27Power train84V052000 The vehicles were assembled without the retaining clip which is needed to keep the clutch cable from contacting the master cylinder brake pipe. Over an extended time, the clutch cable could rub…

    Remedy: The missing clutch cable clip will be installed and the brake pipe will be replaced, if necessary, at no cost to the owner.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1984-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1985-03-22 Engine compartment fires
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    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
  8. I
    1988-02-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-05-11 Headlamp switch failure
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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

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    Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline85V034000 The fuel system may leak at the throttle body injection fuel feed pipe connection.

    Remedy: Replace the fuel feed pipe.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Chevrolet Celebrity — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V034000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 84V011000 · Seats
  • Recall 84V052000 · Power train
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity have?
4 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.