1991 Chevrolet Caprice Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 9%of 131 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,084miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice, 9% of the 131 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,084 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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 owns a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. While driving 5 MPH and accelerating, the vehicle made a tapping noise. After checking the oil, the contact noticed a cream colored foam on the gauge stick. The mechanic stated that the intake manifold was not positioned properly and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was operating normally. The intake manifold gasket was replaced three times. After changing the type of fuel he put in the vehicle, the contact noticed a slight improvement. The current mileage is 93,400 and failure mileage was 48,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10195494, filed 2007-07, 48,000 miles“1991 Chevrolet Caprice vehicle caught fire in the engine compartment. The consumer stated he had just purchased the vehicle and was driving it home. He further stated the vehicle had overheated and he stopped to let it cool down prior to the fire. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0151-90) updated 05/13/10”
NHTSA complaint #10326328, filed 2010-04“Consumer purchased a vehicle that experienced all kinds of problems. When making a right or left turn vehicle hesitated. But when letting up on the gas vehicle zoomed forward. Consumer mentioned this to dealer, but there was no resolution to the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10090159, filed 2004-08“Driving 55mph, down hill engine check light came on. Vehicle started to shake. Took to mechanic & was informed cam distributor broke. It had interfered with the rotors & the shaft. Not drivable & had it towed to dealership.”
NHTSA complaint #845149, filed 1999-08“The main rods & bearings inside the motor are rattling. Happens when vehicle is starting up. It's real loud in beginning,but after a while would be toned down. Have not taken to dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #837019, filed 1999-04Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 11 | 17% |
| 1995 | 7 | 8% |
| 1994 | 9 | 6% |
| 1993 | 2 | 3% |
| 1992 | 3 | 3% |
| 1991 | 12 | 9% |
| 1988 | 1 | 8% |
| 1987 | 2 | 12% |
| 1986 | 3 | 10% |
| 1984 | 1 | 14% |
| 1983 | 3 | 38% |
Other parts of the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
32 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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