1985 Chevrolet Caprice Recalls

What To Do If Your Caprice Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Chevrolet, so if you own a 1985 Caprice take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Chevrolet to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1985 Caprice Recalls

• EQUIPMENT Recall for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07E088000
  • Number Affected 121,680

  Summary: Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

  Consequence: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

  Fix: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E088000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced MAY 19 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E043000
  • Number Affected 88,303

  Summary: 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 manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the O-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

  Consequence: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  Fix: 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).

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E043000 »

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced JUNE 16 1989
  • NHTSA Reference #89V102000
  • Number Affected 1,755,897

  Summary: A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).

  Consequence: Servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.

  Fix: Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #89V102000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 19 1985
  • NHTSA Reference #85V151000
  • Number Affected 27,942

  Summary: The fuel feed and fuel return pipe assemblies includes a hose which may contact the pointed end of the radiator shroud attaching screw. This could cause a gasoline leak. Consequence of defect: If fuel leak develops it could result in an underhood fire and burn injuries to occupants.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Reposition fuel lines to preclude contact with radiator shroud attaching screw.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #85V151000 »

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES Recall for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 19 1985
  • NHTSA Reference #85V153000
  • Number Affected 27,942

  Summary: The positive battery cable may contact the upper control arm or exhaust manifold shield and eventually wear through the insulation and ground the cable. Consequence of defect: This could result in an underhood fire which could cause burn injuries to occupants.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Install a positive battery service kit.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #85V153000 »