NHTSA investigationPE93090
Investigation PE93090: 1988–1991 Chevrolet Cavalier
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Oct 8, 1993
- Closed
- Feb 28, 1994
- Model years
- 1988–1991
Subject
Engine compartment fires
Component: Engine and engine cooling
Summary
There is no summary currently available
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
- 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier55 complaints
- 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier55 complaints
- 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier43 complaints
- 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier12 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.