1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 212 | 270 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 89 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 28 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 82,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 82 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 60 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 59 |
| Visibility | 16 | 32 |
| Seat Belts | 22 | 11 |
| Power Train | 16 | 17 |
| Steering | 8 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.