Skip to content
AnyRecalls

1985 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Chevrolet been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Chevrolet dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1985 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls, newest first

May 19, 2006NHTSA 06E04300088,303 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
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
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.
Remedy
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).

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 28, 1986NHTSA 86V07300087,174 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

Summary
The engine air cleaner plastic trim cover could fall off the air cleaner assembly and land on the exhaust manifold creating a fire hazard. Consequence of defect: if the car is being operated at the time that the plastic trim cover falls off, an engine compartment fire could occur without warning.
Remedy
Remove the trim cover and discard.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 12, 1985NHTSA 85V04200034,331 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

Summary
The engine air cleaner plastic trim cover could detach from the air cleaner assembly and fall forward on the exhaust manifold. Consequence of defect: if the car is being operated at the time of detachment, an engine compartment fire could occur without warning.
Remedy
Remove the trim cover and discard.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system1
  2. Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash1
  3. Hydraulic › Foundation components1
  4. Service brakes1
  5. Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal1

Other Chevrolet Cavalier years

Other 1985 Chevrolet models

Questions

Does the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier?
4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.