1994 Chevrolet Beretta Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 9%of 85 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 81,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the suspension of the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 9% of the 85 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact stated while driving 25 MPH the right front control arm separated from the suspension. There is a NHTSA recall, # 93v157000, regarding the suspension front. The VIN was not included in the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10156699, filed 2006-05, 81,000 miles“Car vibrates very badly on applying brake. Thumbing noise from front wheels. Squawking noise. Mechanic told it is from lower control arm separated from t welding and is a safety issue. Manufacturer will fix the problem free. Refer: campaign 94co3 & NHTSA 93v157000 (seems to be the same problem).”
NHTSA complaint #740067, filed 2001-01“While driving there is a rattling sound. Also, when applying brakes there is a knocking noise due to lower control arm bushing malfunctioning. Parts were replaced at owner's cost.”
NHTSA complaint #863591, filed 2000-06“Upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle will surge forward. This problem has taken place twice. Engine was replaced with less than 10000 miles due to vehicle pulled away from a stop sign. Lock failed. Door would not shut correctly. Oil pressure sending unit replaced. Sunvisor was replaced due to it broke. Instrument cluster off by 5 miles, was replaced twice. Problems with front end alignment. Dealer is repairing transmission for lunging problems. Right tail light replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #804845, filed 1996-11“When applying brakes the front of vehicle would shake. Owner took vehicle to an independent repair shop. He was informed that the control arm bushings has been worn out.”
NHTSA complaint #815999, filed 1997-09Related recalls
- 93V157000Sep 24, 1993The suspension support assemblies do not meet general motors corporation's specification for weld integrity and the affected weld can fail causing the front…Covers: Chevrolet Beretta 1994, Corsica 1994
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
29 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsTires
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology