MYRModel Year Report

1986 Chevrolet Nova

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1986 Chevrolet Nova
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:17:37.066Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Nova Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 15 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaints 1990
1986: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19864
198715
198811
19901

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS NOT EXCEEDING 20MPH VEHICLE BEGAN SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL RESULTING IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, AND CAR BEING TOTALED. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950124

SEAT BELTS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH
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CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN REAR END ACCIDENT. SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT WINDSHIELD. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990819

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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LOUD WHINING NOISE IS HEARD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950607

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Chevrolet Nova — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Chevrolet Nova 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 1986 Chevrolet Nova?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Chevrolet Nova have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.