NHTSA investigationPE88070
Investigation PE88070: 1982–1985 Chevrolet Camaro
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jun 28, 1988
- Closed
- Sep 22, 1988
- Model years
- 1982–1985
Subject
Frame cracking
Component: Body and structure
Summary
Summary: gm's may '88 tsb concerns repair procedures for frame rail cracking on 82-85 camaros. Odi data base contains three reports of frame rail cracking on camaros and firebirds.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1985 Chevrolet Camaro46 complaints
- 1984 Chevrolet Camaro39 complaints
- 1983 Chevrolet Camaro16 complaints
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.