1984 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl · 22 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier. The part named most often is seat belts, with 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and engine cooling (1). Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts2 25%
- Engine cooling1 13%
- Fuel system1 13%
- Seats1 13%
- Steering1 13%
- Suspension1 13%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “The vehicle was hit from the rear and in turn, hit the vehicle in front of it, and the rear lap belt broke at the buckle. Dealer has not seen vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #842922, filed 1999-07Fuel system: “The gas line is leaking and the lines are corroded. Dealer suppose to be trying to correct the problem by putting double clamps on the lines. This is a safty related problem. The gas that is leaking could start a fire .”
NHTSA complaint #813460, filed 1997-06Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Cavalier | 2.0L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Cavalier Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Cavalier Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Cavalier Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Cavalier Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,800 |
1 more EPA-rated versions are not shown.
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 87V079000May 7, 1987SeatsCovers: Chevrolet Cavalier 1983–1984, Pontiac Sunbird 1983–1984, Buick Skyhawk 1983–1984 +2 more
The metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.
- 84V011000Feb 6, 1984Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Chevrolet Cavalier 1984, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1984, Chevrolet Camaro 1984 +22 more
Some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. In event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.
Recall details for the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE86049Seat track lockClosed · Apr 24, 1986
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Cavalier
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 287 | 66,630 | 0 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 330 | 51,931 | 1 | — | 27 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 678 | 62,204 | 1 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 196 | 53,503 | 0 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 243 | 49,310 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 315 | 58,500 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 240 | 64,000 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 345 | 82,525 | 4 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 540 | 84,101 | 7 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 503 | 87,500 | 7 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 270 | 82,500 | 4 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 212 | 95,000 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 146 | 81,000 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 134 | 120,000 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 55 | 112,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 55 | 173,000 | 0 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 43 | 106,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 12 | 82,435 | 2 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 24 | 86,394 | 2 | — | 24 | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 18 | 189,654 | 2 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1984 | 8 | — | 2 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Cavalier model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier get?
The EPA rates the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier (Cavalier, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 22 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.