1984 Chevrolet Corvette problems
The Chevrolet Corvette is a line of American two-door, two-seater sports cars, manufactured and marketed by General Motors, under the Chevrolet marque, since 1953.
Over the course of eight generations, indicated sequentially as C1 to C8, the Corvette is noted for its performance, distinctive styling, lightweight fiberglass or composite bodywork, and competitive pricing. Since the cessation of Ford and Chrysler's competitors, the Corvette is the only two-seat sports car produced by a major United States auto manufacturer and serves as Chevrolet's halo car.
Since its introduction in 1953, the two-seater has steadily moved upmarket. Originally a relatively modest, lightweight 6‑cylinder convertible, subsequent introductions of V8 engines, competitive chassis innovations, and rear mid-engined layout have positioned the Corvette in the supercar class. The first three Corvette generations (1953–1983) employed body-on-frame construction, and since the C4 generation, introduced in 1983 as an early 1984 model, Corvettes have used GM's unibody Y‑body platform. All Corvettes used front mid-engine configuration for seven generations, through 2019, and transitioned to a rear mid-engined layout with the C8 generation.
In 1953, GM executives accepted a suggestion by Myron Scott, then the assistant director of the Public Relations department, to name the company's new sports car after the corvette, a small maneuverable warship. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the 1953 GM Motorama as a concept car; production models went on sale later that year. In 1963, the second generation was introduced in coupe and convertible styles. Originally manufactured in Flint, Michigan, and St. Louis, Missouri, the Corvette has been produced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, since 1981, which is also the location of the National Corvette Museum.
The Corvette has become widely known as "America's Sports Car." Automotive News wrote that after being featured in the early 1960s television show Route 66, "the Corvette became synonymous with freedom and adventure," ultimately becoming both "the most successful concept car in history and the most popular sports car in history."
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Common 1984 Chevrolet Corvette problems
The 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is a classic sports car that has its fair share of common issues, primarily mechanical and exterior-related problems.
Exterior Issues:
- Dashboard: The dashboard is prone to short-circuiting, leading to intermittent operation, a flashing dashboard, or a dimly lit or completely blacked-out dashboard. This issue is mainly due to poor electrical grounds, corrosion on the terminals, or burnt-out lightbulbs.
- Driver & Passenger Seats: The high side rails on the lower edge of the driver and passenger doors can make it difficult to get out of the Corvette, causing fatigue in the outside seat bolsters. This leads to issues like leather deterioration, tearing, and structural fatigue of the bolster sub-assembly (padding).
Mechanical Issues:
- Engine: The engine may shut off after reaching normal operating temperature due to various issues, such as a bad oil pressure switch, bad distributor module, fuel pump relay, throttle position sensor, or mass air flow sensor. Improper voltage to these sensors or dirty/damaged fuel injectors can also cause engine ignition failure.
- Transmission (Automatic): Erratic shifting is a known issue in the automatic transmission. A properly operating transmission should shift smoothly regardless of the load. Transmission (Manual): The manual transmission is known to exhibit synchronizer problems, causing issues during gear transitions.
- Rear Differential: The Dana Rear Axle/Differential is known to make a fair amount of noise.
These issues should be considered when purchasing or maintaining a 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. While some problems are relatively easy to fix, others may require more extensive repairs or replacements.
Are 1984 Corvettes reliable?
I have a 1984 Crossfire Corvette Z51 Its been extremely reliable no issues yet only had to change 1 bulb and just the regular maintenance items. Oil, filters, plugs and wires. By far the best driving car I have ever owned!
What are common problems on the 1984 Corvette?
1984 Corvette Common Issues
- Engine. The engine may shut off after it reaches normal operating temperature. ...
- Transmission (Automatic) Erratic shifting is known to be an issue in the automatic transmission. ...
- Transmission (Manual) ...
- Rear Differential. ...
- Driver & Passenger Seats.
Why are 84 Corvettes so cheap?
The 1984 model was built in the thick of the Roger Smith era. There were very few good GM vehicles made during that time, with the most expensive models often getting shot and neutered quality wise well before they left the factory floor.
What year was the bad Corvette?
What is the worse Corvette of all time? 1975. The body was degraded from the original 1968 shark design with energy-absorbing boat anchors on each end. The engine was a sluggish 350 with only 165 hp, hardly enough to run the quarter in 16.1 seconds at 87.4 mph.
Are 1984 Corvettes reliable?
I have a 1984 Crossfire Corvette Z51 Its been extremely reliable no issues yet only had to change 1 bulb and just the regular maintenance items. Oil, filters, plugs and wires. By far the best driving car I have ever owned!
What problems did the 1984 Corvette have?
Engine
- Bad Oil Pressure Switch – If this switch fails/does not detect oil pressure, it will cause the engine to shut off.
- A Bad Distributor Module – the module may overheat, causing it to fail.
- Fuel Pump Relay – A bad relay will cause the pump motor in the fuel tank to fail, causing ignition failure.
Why are 84 Corvettes so cheap?
The 1984 model was built in the thick of the Roger Smith era. There were very few good GM vehicles made during that time, with the most expensive models often getting shot and neutered quality wise well before they left the factory floor.
What year was the bad Corvette?
What is the worse Corvette of all time? 1975. The body was degraded from the original 1968 shark design with energy-absorbing boat anchors on each end. The engine was a sluggish 350 with only 165 hp, hardly enough to run the quarter in 16.1 seconds at 87.4 mph.
1984 Chevrolet Corvette car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Corvette problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1984 Chevrolet Corvette vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1984 Chevrolet Corvette complaints
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-13
- VIN: 1G1AY0784E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT ON DRIVERS SIDE STUCK IN RETRACTED POSITION WHILE PARKED IN LOCKED GARAGE
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-20
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1984 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS WERE STUCK IN THE MECHANISM. WHEN LOCKING THE SEAT BELTS INTO THE LATCH, THEY WOULD LOCK AND FAIL TO UNLOOSEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DYER CHEVROLET (1000 US HIGHWAY 1, VERO BEACH, FL 32960, 772-208-9152), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 172,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-02
- VIN: 1G1AY0786E5
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET, MY CAR DIED CAUSING THE POWER STEERING TO GO OUT & I ALMOST HIT A PARKED CARCAR WOULD NOT RESTART, HAD TO BE JUMPED OFF.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-23
- VIN: 1G1AY0787E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I HAVE A 1984 CHEVY CORVETTE THAT HAS THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR JAMMED. I FOUND THE RECALL IN YOUR DATABASE (91V143 CAMPAIGN #91C26). I SPOKE WITH MY DEALER AND HE TOLD ME THAT THEY DON'T SERVICE RECALLS OVER 10 YEARS OLD AND CAN'T GET THE PART ANYWAY. I CALLED THE 1-800-222-1020 GM NUMBER AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY DON'T HAVE INFO FOR CARS OVER 10 YEARS OLD, SO THEY HAVE NO WAY TO VERIFY IF THIS IS OPEN FOR ME. MY VIN NUMBER IS CLEARLY WITHIN THE BREAKPOINTS AND I AM HAVING THIS ISSUE. I THOUGHT THAT GM HAD TO HONOR SAFETY RECALLS AND THEY DIDN'T EXPIRE EVER. NOW MY PASSENGER HAS NO WORKING SEATBELT. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-07
- VIN: 1G1AY0786E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WAS LOCKED. RECALL 91V143000, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE REC ALL DUE TO VIN. *AK AS A RESULT THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO PULL THE SEATBELT OUT AND USE IT WHILE DRIVING. THE CONSUMER HAD THE SEAT BELT REPLACED AND THEN THE RECALL CAME OUT. *TC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1AY0786E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SHOULDER/LAP BELT LOCKED UP FOR ABOUT THIRTY MINUTES WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN. THE OWNER FOUND A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE SHOULDER BELT AND CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. THEY HAVE DECLINED ANY RESPONSIBILITY DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. MR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT BELT RETRACTOR STUCK, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO USE SEAT BELT. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1AY0784E5
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: GM REFUSES TO PERFORM FACTORY SAFETY RECALL 85V029 ON OF THE CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM SOLENOID VALVES BECAUSE THEY ONLY MAINTAIN A COMPUTER BASE FOR FACTORY RECALLS TO 1988. NLM
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-12
- VIN: 1G1AY0784E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0784E5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THIS IS REGARDING A RECALL ISSUED BY CHEVROLET - 91C25 AND 91C26 - FOR THE FAILURE OF THE SEAT BELT/RETRACTOR MECHANISM. THE RECALL WAS ISSUED IN 1991, AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET MY CAR FIXED SINCE THE DATE OF FAILURE WHICH WAS IN 92 OR 93. THE RECALL IS IN YOUR ARCHIVES AS NHTSA CAMPAIGN 91V143000. EACH TIME I TRY TO HAVE THIS CORRECTED BY A CHEVROLET DEALER, I AM TOLD THEY WILL HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS AND WILL CONTACT ME WHEN THEY ARRIVE, THEN I NEVER HEAR FROM THEM AGAIN. UPON THE MOST RECENT OCCURANCE OF THIS CYCLE, I CALLED CHEVROLET CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. I WAS EVENTUALLY TOLD BY A SUPERVISOR THAT CHEVROLET WOULD NOT CORRECT THIS PROBLEM, EVEN THOUGH THE RECALL NOTICE SAYS "IF EITHER SAFETY BELT IN YOUR CORVETTE IS CURRENTLY LOCKED-UP - OR EVER LOCKS-UP IN THE FUTURE - WE WILL REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS AT NO CHARGE". THIS IS RECORDED BY CHEVROLET CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE AS CASE NUMBER 990326932. I AM ASTONISHED THAT CHEVROLET CAN CLAIM THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE TO REPAIR A KNOWN SAFETY DEFECT WHEN THEIR RECALL NOTICE STATES THAT THEY WILL "CURRENTLY ... OR EVER ... IN THE FUTURE". *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1AYO786E5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE ONWER OF CAR HAS A RECALL ON REAR AXLE THAT THE MANUFACTURES SAID THE THEY WILL NOT FIX AFTER TELLING HIM TO BRING HIS CAR IN. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-04-10
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1AY0785E5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVER HITTING METAL OBJECT ON STREET, THE OBJECT CAME THROUGH THE FLOOR ON THE PASSENGER 16" INCHES. TT
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-04-07
- VIN: 1G1AY0787E5
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CONSUMER PUT CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 60 MPH, COULDN'T GET IT OFF, THERE IS SOMETHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL, CONSUMER REPLACED PART, STILL HAVING PROBLEM. TT
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1989-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0786ES
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME HALFWAY UP AND REMAIN UP UNTIL A BUMP IS HIT. *AW
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: A/C COMPRESSOR FAILED.
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: POWER ANTENNA FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RADIATOR/WATER PUMP/ELECTRIC FAN MOTOR AND RELAY FAILED.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING GEAR FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALTERNATOR FAILED.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AXLE SHAFT FAILED, ALSO U-JOINTS FAILED.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING FAILED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: 1G1AY0782ES
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SMOG PUMP FAILED.
1984 Chevrolet Corvette recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATIONS AND OCCUPANT USAGE CONDITIONS, THE SAFETY BELTS CAN LOCKUP OR JAM IN THE SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR.
- Consequence: IF LOCKUP OCCURS, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO PULL BELT OUT OFTHE RETRACTOR. THE OCCUPANT OF A SEAT WITH AN UNUSABLE SAFETY BELT ISSUBJECT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP ORACCIDENT.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS IF THE LOCKUP OCCURS.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Summary: CARS MAY LOSE THE WIRE SNAP RINGS THAT HOLD THE DIFFERENTIAL CROSS SHAFT IN POSITION IN THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CASE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING THE SHAFT TO MOVE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE CROSS SHAFT MOVEMENT COULD CAUSE THE SHAFT TO CONTACT THE CARRIER OR PINION TEETH, POSSIBLY LOCKING UP THE REAR WHEELS AND RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: INSTALL A REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CROSS SHAFT RETAINING KIT.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM SOLENOID VALVES MAY MALFUNCTION AT ANY TIME THE ENGINE IS RUNNING AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ENGAGED AND CAUSE UNEXPECTED ENGINE ACCELERATION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: INSTALL AND RELOCATE A NEW CRUISE CONTROL SERVO ASSEMBLY.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Summary: THE INSULATION OF THE BATTERY CABLE, BECAUSE OF ITS POSITION, RUBS AGAINST SOME OF THE ENGINE WIRING COMPONENTS. ONCE THE INSULATION IS WORN THROUGH, THE BATTERY COULD RAPIDLY DISCHARGE.
- Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A NEW ENGINE HARNESS RETAINER BRACKET, PROTECTIVE CONDUIT, CABLE CLIPS, A CABLE TIE STRAP AND WILL REPOSITION THE TERMINALS ON THE GROUND STUD ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Summary: ATTACHING BOLTS WERE MISTAKENLY COATED WITH A SLIPPERY MATERIAL DURING PRODUCTION. THIS MATERIAL WILL ACT AS A LUBRICANT AND BOLTS MAY LOOSEN AND EVENTUALLY FALL OFF.
- Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW CALIPER BRACKET BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE.
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