1987 Chevrolet Corsica

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

7 recalls · 10 investigations · oldest first

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   1986-12-13Exterior lighting86V164000 Part of pushbutton attachment of headlight switch may fracture.

   Remedy: Install new headlight switch.

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   1986-12-13Latches/locks/linkages86V165000 Secondary hood latch may not properly engage due to contact with support bracket and/or the primary latch return spring.

   Remedy: Install secondary latch skid plate on Corsica and beretta models. Also, install a revised secondary latch assembly on beretta models.

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   1986-12-13Latches/locks/linkages87V062000 Loss of skid plate could lead to disengagement of both secondary and primary hood latches.

   Remedy: Install a secondary latch skid plate and/or secondary latch skid plate retaining screws.

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   1988-04-26Latches/locks/linkages88V039000 Secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.

   Remedy: Inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.

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   1988-08-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-01-05 Door hinge pin failure
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   1988-09-13Engineering analysisClosed 1990-03-14 Rear wheel spindle
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   1989-01-05Engineering analysisClosed 1990-03-14 Door hinge pins
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   1989-12-08Structure89V225000 A door hinge (Upper or lower) may break while opening or closing the door making it difficult to reposition and close properly.

   Remedy: Replace door hinges on both doors.

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   1990-04-19Defect petitionClosed 1990-08-29 Inadequate brakes
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    1990-05-11Engineering analysisClosed 1991-08-28 Hood latch failure
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    1990-08-29Engineering analysisClosed 1992-03-30 Brake performance
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    1991-10-21Structure91V135000 Secondary hood latch assembly on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted and could become bent. This will lead to a condition where full primary latch engagement is not attained.

    Remedy: Replace the primary hood latch assembly, the secondary hood latch assembly, and the support bracket.

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    1992-02-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-06-26 Sticking throttle
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    1992-04-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-31 Park brake handle failure
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    1992-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Sticking throttle
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    1992-07-16Engineering analysisClosed 1993-07-08 Fr.seat belt buckle fails
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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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Is the 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 1987 Chevrolet Corsica?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Chevrolet Corsica have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.