1985 Chevrolet Sprint problems

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The Suzuki Cultus is a supermini car produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki from 1983 to 2016. The nameplate is currently used as a rebadged second-generation Suzuki Celerio in Pakistan since 2017. It was first presented at the 25th Tokyo Motor Show, formally introduced to Japan in 1983 and ultimately sold in seven countries across three generations and marketed worldwide as the Suzuki Swift for the first two generations. An alliance formed in 1981 between General Motors, Suzuki and Isuzu allowed GM to market the Cultus as a captive import internationally under more than a dozen nameplates including the Geo Metro, Chevrolet Sprint, Pontiac Firefly and Holden Barina. It was also known as the M-car within GM.

Offered across its lifespan in four body-style variations with engines from the Suzuki G engine family, the second generation Cultus still remained in production in Pakistan until late 2016. The Cultus family of vehicles has been marketed in Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America.

The name "cultus" is Latin meaning "care" or "adoration".

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Common 1985 Chevrolet Sprint problems

The Chevrolet Sprint 1985, also known as the Chevrolet Chevette, was a small car produced by General Motors (GM) in the mid-1980s. Despite being a significant departure from GM's previous small car offerings, the Sprint 1985 was not without its problems, as reported by its owners.

One of the most common issues with the Sprint 1985 was its engine, which was sourced from GM's Japanese partner, Suzuki.

Another issue with the Sprint 1985 was its transmission, which was a four-speed manual with an automatic overdrive on the top three gears, known as the Doug Nash 4+3.

In addition to these mechanical issues, the Sprint 1985 was also criticized for its lackluster interior and exterior design, which was seen as outdated and uninspired compared to its competitors.

Despite these issues, the Sprint 1985 was a significant departure from GM's previous small car offerings, which had been plagued by problems with quality and reliability.

In conclusion, the Chevrolet Sprint 1985 was a significant departure from GM's previous small car offerings, but it was not without its problems. The car's engine and transmission were criticized for their reliability and durability, while its interior and exterior design and overall build quality were also seen as areas for improvement.

1985 Chevrolet Sprint engine

Who made Chevy Sprint?

GM

GM began marketing the first generation Cultus in North America as the Chevrolet Sprint. The car was also sold as the Suzuki Forsa, and as the Pontiac Firefly in Canada. The Chevrolet Sprint was sold only in the Western United States until 1986, when nationwide sales in the US commenced.

How many cylinders does a Chevy Sprint have?

Chevy Sprint Specification Overview

Three-cylinder engines are much more fuel-efficient than four-cylinders, which reflects the affordability of this car from Chevrolet. Its engine's capacity was 1-liter, which was standard for its time.

What engine is in a sprint car?

American V8 engine

Typically, they are powered by a naturally aspirated, methanol-injected overhead valve American V8 engine with a displacement of 410 cubic inches (6.7L) and capable of engine speeds of 9000 rpm.

What happened to the Chevy Sprint?

1989 – The Geo Metro debuted in the United States, replacing the Sprint. Canadian models continued with the Chevrolet Sprint and Pontiac Firefly nameplates, while the second generation Suzuki Swift replaced the Forsa nameplate.

1985 Chevrolet Sprint car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Sprint problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Fuel system problems
  • Gasoline problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1985 Chevrolet Sprint vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1985 Chevrolet Sprint complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.

1996-08-20

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1994-11-01
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: PLASTIC FUEL PUMP DISSOLVED, LEAKING GAS ALL OVER HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
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