1988 Chevrolet Beretta Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 91V206000Nov 26, 1991722,884 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts
  Covers: Chevrolet Beretta 1988–1990, Corsica 1988–1990

  Reported issue: The front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.

  Possible consequence: Failure of the shoulder belt retractor would result inthe seat occupant only being restrained by the lap belt in a crash or suddenstop, and an increased possibility of injury.

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• 91V135000Aug 19, 1991290,408 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Hood
  Covers: Chevrolet Beretta 1987–1988, Corsica 1987–1988

  Reported issue: Secondary hood latch assembly on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted and could become bent. This will lead to a condition where full primary latch engagement is not attained.

  Possible consequence: A bent secondary hood latch could lead to the primarylatch not being fully engaged, allowing the hood to unexpectedly open. If thiswere to occur while the vehicle was in motion, the hood may contact thewindshield, reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crashcould occur without prior warning.

  Remedy: Replace the primary hood latch assembly, the secondary hood latch assembly, and the support bracket.

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• 89V225000Dec 18, 1989170,769 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
  Covers: Chevrolet Beretta 1987–1988, Corsica 1987–1988

  Reported issue: A door hinge (upper or lower) may break while opening or closing the door making it difficult to reposition and close properly.

  Possible consequence: Hinge separation may reduce the structural integrity ofthe side of the car and increase risk of injury in certain types of accidents.

  Remedy: Replace door hinges on both doors.

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• 88V039000Mar 23, 1988282,052 vehicles potentially affected
  Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
  Covers: Chevrolet Beretta 1987–1988, Corsica 1987–1988

  Reported issue: Secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.

  Possible consequence: A bent secondary hood latch could cause the primarylatch to malfunction. If this occured the hood could unexpectedly open. Ifthis happened while vehicle is in motion reduction of forward visibility couldcause a vehicle crash without prior warning.

  Remedy: Inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA92025Fr.seat belt buckle failsClosed · Jul 16, 1992
• PE92048Seat breaks from trackClosed · May 12, 1992
• PE92043Park brake handle failureClosed · Apr 22, 1992
• PE92021Sticking throttleClosed · Feb 24, 1992
• EA92003Hinge pin failureClosed · Jan 17, 1992
• EA90026Hood latch failureClosed · May 11, 1990
• DP90008Inadequate brakesClosed · Apr 19, 1990
• EA90007Loss of steeringClosed · Nov 15, 1989
• DP89014SAFETY BELTSClosed · Sep 22, 1989
• PE89161Steering bindsClosed · Sep 8, 1989
• PE89096Windshield wiper failureClosed · Mar 2, 1989
• EA89008Door hinge pinsClosed · Jan 5, 1989
• EA88040Rear wheel spindleClosed · Sep 13, 1988
• PE88087Door hinge pin failureClosed · Aug 2, 1988
• PE88045Left rear wheel spindleClosed · Apr 12, 1988

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