Chevrolet Chevette years to avoid
Across 1976–1987, no single Chevette year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1986 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.
19
Total complaints
11
Recall campaigns
1976–1987
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Chevette year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1986 | 6 | 3 | |
| 1985 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1984 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1983 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1982 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1981 | 6 | 3 | |
| 1980 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1979 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1978 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 4 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Chevrolet Chevette?
By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Chevette years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Chevette have?
Across all model years, the Chevette has 11 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 19 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.