Chevrolet Celebrity 1985
Model Celebrity made in 1985 by Chevrolet got 31 consumer complains there are 5 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. The car had some investigations: exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control. The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.5l, 2.8l and 4.3l.
Model 1985
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/32/27 | 26/42/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 5 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 24/31/26 | 26/40/31 | Regular | $ 722 | 5 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 20/27/23 | 22/34/26 | Regular | $ 816 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/27/22 | 21/34/25 | Regular | $ 853 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 20/26/22 | 22/34/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/28/22 | 22/36/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 5 | 84 8 6 |
| ( 4.3L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 26/35/29 | 29/45/34 | D | $ 621 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/32/27 | 26/42/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 8 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 24/31/26 | 26/40/31 | Regular | $ 722 | 8 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 18/24/20 | 20/30/24 | Regular | $ 938 | 8 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 18/25/21 | 20/32/24 | Regular | $ 892 | 8 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 19/25/21 | 21/32/25 | Regular | $ 892 | 8 | 84 8 9 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/27/22 | 21/34/25 | Regular | $ 853 | 8 | 84 820 |
| ( 4.3L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 26/35/29 | 29/45/34 | D | $ 621 | 8 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/32/27 | 26/42/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 5 | 840820 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 24/31/26 | 26/40/31 | Regular | $ 722 | 5 | 840820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 19/26/21 | 21/33/25 | Regular | $ 892 | 5 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/28/22 | 21/36/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 4.3L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 26/34/29 | 29/44/34 | D | $ 621 | 5 | 84 820 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/32/27 | 26/42/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 8 | 840820 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 24/31/26 | 26/40/31 | Regular | $ 722 | 8 | 840820 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 18/25/21 | 20/32/24 | Regular | $ 892 | 8 | 84 828 |
| ( 2.8L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/27/22 | 21/35/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 8 | 84 820 |
| ( 4.3L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 26/34/29 | 29/44/34 | D | $ 621 | 8 | 84 820 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V135000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 01/01/1985 to 05/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 294 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/23/1985 | 11/04/1985 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Clutch cable is not properly secured causing the cable to contact the master cylinder brake pipe. consequence of defect: over a period of time this may cause wear through, brake fluid leak and partial loss of braking action which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Secure clutch cable to preclude contact with master cylinder brake pipe. also, replace brake pipe if it shows any sign of wear. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: clutch cable and master cylinder brake pipe.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with four speed manual transmissions. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V132000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1984 to 09/01/1984 | V (Vehicle) | 2130 | 10/23/1984 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/16/1984 | 11/07/1984 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The throttle linkage may bind because during normal operation, the throttle body case may interfere with the linkage. this interference could prevent the throttle from closing even though the driver has removed his foot from the accelerator pedal. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The dealer will inspect vehicles and improve the clearance between the accelerator linkage and throttle body casing if needed, at no charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.8 liter multiport fuelinjected v6 engines.system: fuel; throttle linkage.consequences of defect: loss of accelerator control without prior warning couldresult in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||
| PE88027 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/09/1988 | 05/11/1988 | HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| C85007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/19/1985 | 05/18/1989 | REAR BRAKE LOCKUP | 66V178000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| C85007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/19/1985 | 05/18/1989 | REAR BRAKE LOCKUP | 66V003000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STEERING | ||||||
| EA87006 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/16/1986 | 09/19/1988 | POWER ST. ASSIST | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VISIBILITY | ||||||
| EA86025 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/25/1986 | 03/02/1988 | WINDSHIELD WIPERS | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 1 | 03/14/1997 | ||
| Electronic module failed and replaced. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 1 | 03/14/1997 | ||
| Motor mount failed and replaced. | |||
| 07/29/1995 | 9 | ||
| Coolant escaping from engine due to broken head bolt. *sd | |||
| 01/06/1987 | 6 | ||
| Timing cover seal failed, causing leak. *skd | |||
| 02/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Frame that holds wheels and engine separated/broke from 2/3 of frame; loss of steering; speed 30 mph; driver heard loud noise; repeated noise/loss of steering. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 04/28/1999 | |||
| There is a knocking noise coming from the catalyitc converter ,and the vehicle is stalling. also, has problem with the steering. *ak | |||
| 03/05/1999 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle fire due to possible engine failure. (ohio traffic crash report). mjs | |||
| 01/03/1995 | 9 | ||
| Intermittent stalling/ engine leaks fluid. *tw | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 04/28/1999 | |||
| There is a knocking noise coming from the catalyitc converter ,and the vehicle is stalling. also, has problem with the steering. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1994 | |||
| Catalytic converter failure, had to replaced three times. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 1 | 03/14/1997 | ||
| Tail pipe failed and replaced. | |||
| 11/15/1995 | 1 | 09/01/1985 | |
| Muffler fell off while traveling. *dh | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 10/10/2007 | |||
| Purchased a use 1985 chev. celeberty classic 10-16-2007 that only had 46,722 miles. it had a strong gas smell that would not let me drive the car because of health and safety concerns. i drove the car short distance and even now only have 74, 912 miles on it. i feel the car came from the factory like this because an old man that died had the car. it looked like new when i purchased it. even now it drive like a new car. the gas is leaking from some where so the smell, leak and cost of gas make it where i can't afford to drive it. right now i only drive it to keep the battery charged. please help. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/01/1996 | 0 | ||
| Transmission went out without prior notice. dealership was aware of problem. consumer will fill out more information if needed. *ak | |||
| 01/03/1985 | 1 | ||
| Transmission leaks. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/15/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1985 | |
| Well maintained/rustproofed at purchase /rear axal let loose while turn in driveway of home. *ak | |||
| 01/06/1987 | 6 | ||
| Transmission axle seals failed, causing transmission fluid leak. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE | |||
| 02/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Frame that holds wheels and engine separated/broke from 2/3 of frame; loss of steering; speed 30 mph; driver heard loud noise; repeated noise/loss of steering. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 1 | 03/14/1997 | ||
| Rear rotors failed and replaced. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 1 | 03/14/1997 | ||
| Brake cable extension failed and replaced. | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 1 | |||
| Email consumer letter regarding gm power steering recall.*mr 1985 eurosport wagon developed a problem where power steering was lost while making left turns at low speeds.*mr | |||
| 04/28/1999 | |||
| There is a knocking noise coming from the catalyitc converter ,and the vehicle is stalling. also, has problem with the steering. *ak | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 11/22/1994 | 2 | ||
| 'cold power steering'. *sd | |||
| 01/21/1996 | |||
| Failure of the rack and pinion needs to be replaced. tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 1 | 06/01/1988 | ||
| Structure rusted through where the rear axle and the unibody connects. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 1 | 06/01/1988 | ||
| Location of cruise control caused accidental engagement of r/a switch almost causing accident. | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - REAR WINDOW | |||
| 05/15/2001 | 4 | 10/15/1999 | |
| Replaced fuse for rear window defroster and smelled burning. the plastic piece that covers the contact to the window was begining to melt. the oem spacer was a piece of foam that had long since crumbed to nothing. yd | |||