MYRModel Year Report

1991 Chevrolet Prizm

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1991 Chevrolet Prizm
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:54:10.849Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Prizm Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1991 highlighted. 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002
1991: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19901
19912
19961
199827
199936
200024
200145
200219

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SEAT BELTS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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THE REAR SEAT BELTS WORE OUT.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030227

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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NAR 03/13/2003 WHILE DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE STARTED MAKING NOISES. A MINUTE AFTER, THE ENGINE BLEW WHICH CAUSED A SMALL FIRE. DAMAGES OCCURED IN ENGINE AND BOTTOM HOOD. *CB *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20040604

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Chevrolet Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1991 Chevrolet Prizm?

The most-reported component is seat belts:rear/other, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Prizm 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.