Home > Chevrolet

1996 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Interior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. these vehicles were built with the potential for the interior lamps to come on unexpectedly while the vehicles are being driven. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 101, "controls and displays."

Corrective Action

the interior lamps coming on unexpectedly could startle a driver causing a momentary loss of control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will run a diagnostic test on the lamp control module and, if necessary, replace it.

1996 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Pressure Relief Devices

Consequence of Defect

certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. the universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.

Corrective Action

fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

1995 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Door

Consequence of Defect

the reinforcement panel that serves as a liftpoint for the frame was omitted from the right side rocker assembly of the frame the vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: the missing reinforcement panel reduces the protection of the vehicle occupants in the event of a side impact collision.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the right side rocker reinforcement panel. if the reinforcement panel is not present, dealers will contact chevrolet for further instructions.

1994 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Door

Consequence of Defect

the reinforcement panel that serves as a liftpoint for the frame was omitted from the right side rocker assembly of the frame the vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: the missing reinforcement panel reduces the protection of the vehicle occupants in the event of a side impact collision.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the right side rocker reinforcement panel. if the reinforcement panel is not present, dealers will contact chevrolet for further instructions.

1994 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Suspension:Front

Consequence of Defect

the suspension support assemblies do not meet general motors corporation's specification for weld integrity and the affected weld can fail causing the front of the control arm to separate from the suspension support assembly.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the affected tire/wheel assembly can movesubstantially from its designed position and steering control can be severelyimpaired which may result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install revised suspension supports with adequate weld integrity.

1992 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the service brake stop lamp switch becomes inoperative.

Corrective Action

the inoperative stop lamp switch will not illuminate thestop lamps when the brake pedal is depressed. this would not adequately informother drivers of the vehicle operator's intent to stop or slow down.

Recall Notes

replace the stop lamp switch and correct the wiring in the connector of the stop lamp switch wiring harness.

1991 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

nut attaching steering wheel may not have been properly tightened during installation.

Corrective Action

this could allow steering wheel to separate from steeringcolumn; loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

tighten the nut to the proper torque as necessary.

1990 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seat Belts:Rear

Consequence of Defect

owner's manuals were printed with rear center seat belt information omitted.

Corrective Action

this would not comply with fmvss 209.

Recall Notes

insert missing information into owners manual.

1990 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.

Corrective Action

failure of the shoulder belt retractor would result inthe seat occupant only being restrained by the lap belt in a crash or suddenstop, and an increased possibility of injury.

Recall Notes

1989 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

a fuel tank leak could occur due to small creases on the tank underside cracking during pressure cycling which occurs during normal operation.

Corrective Action

in presence of an ignition source, this condition couldresult in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank.

1989 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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).

1989 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.

Corrective Action

failure of the shoulder belt retractor would result inthe seat occupant only being restrained by the lap belt in a crash or suddenstop, and an increased possibility of injury.

Recall Notes

1989 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

the front seat frame assembly may contain an improper, missing and/or mislocated weld that could fracture.

Corrective Action

this could cause unexpected seat movement and result inpersonal injury and/or loss of control of the car.

Recall Notes

replace both front seat assemblies.

1989 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

front seat belt latch plates may not engage the buckle assemblies.

Corrective Action

in event of an accident, unbelted or improperly beltedoccupants are more at risk to injury than if belts are properly buckled.

Recall Notes

replace improperly functioning buckle assemblies.

1988 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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).

1988 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Hood

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assembly on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted and could become bent. this will lead to a condition where full primary latch engagement is not attained.

Corrective Action

a bent secondary hood latch could lead to the primarylatch not being fully engaged, allowing the hood to unexpectedly open. if thiswere to occur while the vehicle was in motion, the hood may contact thewindshield, reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crashcould occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

replace the primary hood latch assembly, the secondary hood latch assembly, and the support bracket.

1988 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.

Corrective Action

failure of the shoulder belt retractor would result inthe seat occupant only being restrained by the lap belt in a crash or suddenstop, and an increased possibility of injury.

Recall Notes

1988 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.

Corrective Action

a bent secondary hood latch could cause the primarylatch to malfunction. if this occured the hood could unexpectedly open. ifthis happened while vehicle is in motion reduction of forward visibility couldcause a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.

1988 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Consequence of Defect

a door hinge (upper or lower) may break while opening or closing the door making it difficult to reposition and close properly.

Corrective Action

hinge seperation may reduce the structural integrity ofthe side of the car and increase risk of injury in certain types of accidents.

Recall Notes

replace door hinges on both doors.

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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).

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Hood

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assembly on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted and could become bent. this will lead to a condition where full primary latch engagement is not attained.

Corrective Action

a bent secondary hood latch could lead to the primarylatch not being fully engaged, allowing the hood to unexpectedly open. if thiswere to occur while the vehicle was in motion, the hood may contact thewindshield, reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crashcould occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

replace the primary hood latch assembly, the secondary hood latch assembly, and the support bracket.

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch may not properly engage due to contact with support bracket and/or the primary latch return spring. consequence of defect: if this occurs while vehicle is in motion, hood could open and contact the windshield, affecting the drivers vision area; this could result in a crash without warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

install secondary latch skid plate on corsica and beretta models. also, install a revised secondary latch assembly on beretta models.

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

loss of skid plate could lead to disengagement of both secondary and primary hood latches.

Corrective Action

hood could open unexpectantly; if vehicle were inmotion, the hood could contact the windshield, reduce the drivers vision area,and a crash could occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a secondary latch skid plate and/or secondary latch skid plate retaining screws.

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.

Corrective Action

a bent secondary hood latch could cause the primarylatch to malfunction. if this occured the hood could unexpectedly open. ifthis happened while vehicle is in motion reduction of forward visibility couldcause a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

Component

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Consequence of Defect

a door hinge (upper or lower) may break while opening or closing the door making it difficult to reposition and close properly.

Corrective Action

hinge seperation may reduce the structural integrity ofthe side of the car and increase risk of injury in certain types of accidents.

Recall Notes

replace door hinges on both doors.