1985 Chevrolet Celebrity problems
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Common 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity problems
The Chevrolet Celebrity, produced from 1982 to 1990, is known for several issues, particularly for the 1985 model year. The most common problem reported by owners is a failed fuel pump, which can cause the engine to stall. This issue is particularly prevalent in the Iron Duke pushrod four-cylinder engine, which was standard equipment in the Celebrity for 1985. The fuel pump failure can result in the car stalling without warning, making it a significant safety concern.
Another common issue reported by owners is the development of multiple costly drivetrain problems, which can occur approximately 17 minutes out of warranty. These problems can include issues with the transmission, differential, and other drivetrain components. These issues can result in significant repair costs, making them a significant concern for Celebrity owners.
The Eurosport option package, which was offered for the Celebrity in 1985, is also known for several issues. The Eurosport Celebrity got black window trim, a black steering wheel, and an allegedly stiffer suspension. However, the clattery, bone-shakingly miserable Iron Duke pushrod four-cylinder engine was standard equipment in the Celebrity for 1985, and many owners reported issues with this engine. The Eurosport Celebrity also had rear drums with crude balance weights, which can be a source of vibration and noise.
The 2.8 liter V6 engine, which was optional in the Celebrity in 1985, is also known for several issues. This engine was switched from carburetor to port fuel injection in 1985, and many owners reported issues with this engine. These issues can include poor fuel economy, rough idling, and stalling. The 2.8 liter V6 engine can also be prone to overheating, which can result in engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity is also known for issues with the transmission. Many owners reported issues with the transmission, including slipping, jerking, and difficulty shifting. These issues can result in significant repair costs, making them a significant concern for Celebrity owners. The transmission in the Celebrity can also be prone to leaking, which can result in a loss of transmission fluid and damage to the transmission.
The 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity is also known for issues with the electrical system. Many owners reported issues with the electrical system, including flickering lights, blown fuses, and intermittent electrical failures. These issues can be difficult to diagnose and repair, making them a significant concern for Celebrity owners.
In conclusion, the Chevrolet Celebrity, particularly the 1985 model year, is known for several issues. These issues can include a failed fuel pump, multiple costly drivetrain problems, issues with the Eurosport option package, issues with the 2.8 liter V6 engine, issues with the transmission, and issues with the electrical system. These issues can result in significant repair costs and can be difficult to diagnose and repair, making them a significant concern for Celebrity owners.
What happened to the Chevy Celebrity?
The sedan was stopped for 1989. The station wagon was last produced for 1990. Chevrolet replaced the sedan with the Lumina, and the station was succeeded by Chevrolet Lumina APV (a minivan). The Celebrity is similar to the Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera and Pontiac 6000.
What is the most common problem with Chevy?
Brake System Issues
Brake system problems, including squealing brakes, soft brake pedals, or brake fluid leaks, are common in Chevrolet vehicles. It's important to keep a close eye on your brakes to ensure they're functioning properly.
What engine is in a Chevy Celebrity?
The Celebrity, like the Citation, was available with a standard 92 hp fuel-injected 2.5L I4, with a 112 hp 2.8L V6 and a 90 hp 4.3L diesel V6 as an option. A 3-speed automatic was standard for all engines. Naturally the Celebrity drove and handled like the larger X-car it really was.
What was the last year they made the Chevy Celebrity?
1990
The Chevrolet Celebrity is a front-drive, mid-size passenger car line, manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet for model years 1982-1990, over a single generation.
What is the most common problem with Chevy?
Brake System Issues
Brake system problems, including squealing brakes, soft brake pedals, or brake fluid leaks, are common in Chevrolet vehicles. It's important to keep a close eye on your brakes to ensure they're functioning properly.
What happened to the Chevy Celebrity?
The sedan was stopped for 1989. The station wagon was last produced for 1990. Chevrolet replaced the sedan with the Lumina, and the station was succeeded by Chevrolet Lumina APV (a minivan). The Celebrity is similar to the Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera and Pontiac 6000.
What engine is in a Chevy Celebrity?
The Celebrity, like the Citation, was available with a standard 92 hp fuel-injected 2.5L I4, with a 112 hp 2.8L V6 and a 90 hp 4.3L diesel V6 as an option. A 3-speed automatic was standard for all engines. Naturally the Celebrity drove and handled like the larger X-car it really was.
What was the last year they made the Chevy Celebrity?
1990
The Chevrolet Celebrity is a front-drive, mid-size passenger car line, manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet for model years 1982-1990, over a single generation.
1985 Chevrolet Celebrity car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Celebrity problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Visibility problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1985 Chevrolet Celebrity complaints
The NHTSA has received 25 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-10
- VIN: 1G1AW19XXF6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: PURCHASED A USE 1985 CHEV. CELEBRITY 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. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 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
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-15
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: 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
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-15
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: 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
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-15
- VIN: 2G1AW19XXF1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WELL MAINTAINED/RUSTPROOFED AT PURCHASE /REAR AXAL LET LOOSE WHILE TURN IN DRIVEWAY OF HOME. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-10-01
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. CONSUMER WILL FILL OUT MORE INFORMATION IF NEEDED. *AK
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-28
- VIN: 2G1AW19X8F1
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THERE IS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE CATALYITC CONVERTER ,AND THE VEHICLE IS STALLING. ALSO, HAS PROBLEM WITH THE STEERING. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-05
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). MJS
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1AW35W3F6
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: STRUCTURE RUSTED THROUGH WHERE THE REAR AXLE AND THE UNIBODY CONNECTS.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1AW35W3F6
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: LOCATION OF CRUISE CONTROL CAUSED ACCIDENTAL ENGAGEMENT OF R/A SWITCH ALMOST CAUSING ACCIDENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1B1AW19X4FG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRONIC MODULE FAILED AND REPLACED.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1B1AW19X4FG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKE CABLE EXTENSION FAILED AND REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1B1AW19X4FG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TAIL PIPE FAILED AND REPLACED.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1B1AW19X4FG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: REAR ROTORS FAILED AND REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1B1AW19X4FG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MOTOR MOUNT FAILED AND REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-11-15
- VIN: 1G1AW19R2F6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MUFFLER FELL OFF WHILE TRAVELING. *DH
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-21
- VIN: 1G1AW35X4FG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: FAILURE OF THE RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-07-29
- VIN: 2G11AW19RXF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: COOLANT ESCAPING FROM ENGINE DUE TO BROKEN HEAD BOLT. *SD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 2G1AW27W5F1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURE, HAD TO REPLACED THREE TIMES. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-02-16
- VIN: 1G1AW19X0FG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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 PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-01-03
- VIN: 1G1AW19X7F6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: INTERMITTENT STALLING/ ENGINE LEAKS FLUID. *TW
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1985-01-03
- VIN: 1G1AW19X7F6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION LEAKS.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1987-01-06
- VIN: 1G1AW19X7F6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TIMING COVER SEAL FAILED, CAUSING LEAK. *SKD
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1987-01-06
- VIN: 1G1AW19X7F6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION AXLE SEALS FAILED, CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-11-22
- VIN: 2G1AW19RXF1
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 'COLD POWER STEERING'. *SD
1985 Chevrolet Celebrity recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1985 Chevrolet Celebrity.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- 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).
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- 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.
- Remedy: SECURE CLUTCH CABLE TO PRECLUDE CONTACT WITH MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE PIPE. ALSO, REPLACE BRAKE PIPE IF IT SHOWS ANY SIGN OF WEAR.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
- 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.
- Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND IMPROVE THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR LINKAGE AND THROTTLE BODY CASING IF NEEDED, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
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