1984 Chevrolet Cavalier Type 10 Hatchback
All photo credits
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier Type 10 convertible, front left, 03-15-2026 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1st Chevrolet Cavalier wagon front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 coupé rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1st Chevrolet Cavalier wagon rear by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier Type 10 Hatchback is a 2.0-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,016 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Cavalier measures 172.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,350 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $7,016 ($21,946 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L inline-4, throttle-body fuel injection, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 in (steel) |
| Wheels Rear | 13 in (steel) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 50 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,350 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 31 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier Type 10 Hatchback with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1984 Chevrolet CAVALIER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
May 7, 1987 · SEATS
THE METAL FLOOR PAN ANCHOR BAR COULD FATIGUE AND BREAK AROUND THE LEFT FRONT OUTER SEAT ADJUSTER STUD OF THE DRIVERS SEAT, ALLOWING THE STUD TO SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR PAN ANCHOR BAR.
Consequence: DRIVERS SEAT COULD TIP REARWARD UNEXPECTEDLY; THIS COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BRACKET ON THE FLOOR PAN ANCHOR BAR AT THE LEFT FRONT OUTER SEAT ADJUSTER POSITION OF THE DRIVERS SEAT.
NHTSA campaign 87V079000
Feb 6, 1984 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Remedy: INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 84V011000
8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1984 Chevrolet CAVALIER
Owner Complaints
8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1984 Chevrolet CAVALIER (3 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1984 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.