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1976 Chevrolet Chevette 4MT

The 1976 Chevrolet Chevette 4MT is a 52-hp 1.4-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.

It makes 52 horsepower.

The Chevette measures 163.8 inches long on a 95.3-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type1.4L Inline-4 OHV
Displacement1.4 L
Horsepower52 hp
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cylinder
Injection TypeCarburetor
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed manual
Suspension
Front Stabilizer BarFront stabilizer bar
Dimensions & Weight
Length163.8 in
Width61.8 in
Height52.2 in
Wheelbase95.3 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1976 Chevrolet CHEVETTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 16, 1978 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY". IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE COLLISION FROM THE REAR, EXCESSIVE FUEL SPILLAGE MAY OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL PLASTIC SHIELDS AROUND THE FRONT CORNERS OF THE FUEL TANK, AND LARGER WASHERS ON CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION PARTS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE SAFETY STANDARD. THIS WILL BE PERFORMED WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

NHTSA campaign 78V248000

Dec 6, 1976 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

NHTSA campaign 76V197000

Feb 12, 1976 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NHTSA campaign 76V022000

Sep 26, 1975 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NHTSA campaign 75V175000

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1976 CHEVROLET CHEVETTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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