1986 Chevrolet Cavalier Recalls

What To Do If Your Cavalier Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Chevrolet, so if you own a 1986 Cavalier 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 1986 Cavalier Recalls

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier

  • 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 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Recall for 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 19 1986
  • NHTSA Reference #86V131000
  • Number Affected 106,111

  Summary: The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: Sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V131000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Recall for 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier

  • Recall Announced APRIL 28 1986
  • NHTSA Reference #86V056000
  • Number Affected 93,317

  Summary: The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: Sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. Note: Also, see NHTSA campaign number 86V131000.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V056000 »