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1985 Chevrolet Cavalier CS Wagon

The 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier CS Wagon is a 2.0-liter inline-4 wagon with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,183 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Cavalier measures 174.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,410 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$7,183 ($21,696 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0L inline-4, throttle-body fuel injection, naturally aspirated
Displacement2 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front13 in (steel)
Wheels Rear13 in (steel)
Dimensions & Weight
Length174 in
Width66 in
Height52 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Curb Weight2,410 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear38 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear33 in
Shoulder Room Front53 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in
Hip Room Front48 in
Hip Room Rear48 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1985 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 28, 1986 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER COULD FALL OFF THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND LAND ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS BEING OPERATED AT THE TIME THAT THE PLASTIC TRIM COVER FALLS OFF, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: REMOVE THE TRIM COVER AND DISCARD.

NHTSA campaign 86V073000

Apr 12, 1985 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER COULD DETACH FROM THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND FALL FORWARD ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS BEING OPERATED AT THE TIME OF DETACHMENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: REMOVE THE TRIM COVER AND DISCARD.

NHTSA campaign 85V042000

4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1985 Chevrolet CAVALIER

Owner Complaints

4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Chevrolet CAVALIER (2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Hydraulic1
Service Brakes1
Vehicle Speed Control1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 7, 2001 · Electrical System Fire
“FIRE ERUPTED IN THE DASH WERE THE RADIO WAS LOCATED RUINING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE WAS OFF AND PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS NOT AFFECTED. NLM”
Mar 26, 1999 · Vehicle Speed Control
“WHENEVER ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD STICK. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK”
Jul 30, 1997 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“WHILE DRIVING ABOUT (30) MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE BACK BRAKE ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT OUT AND CAUSED THE FRONT BRAKE ON THE LEFT SIDE TO GO OUT. THIS ALMOST CAUSED AN INCIDENT. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY…”
Sep 23, 1996 · Electrical System Fire
“ELECTRICAL FIRE.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)”

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 1985 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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