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1986 Chevrolet Celebrity Coupe

The 1986 Chevrolet Celebrity Coupe is a 92-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 coupe with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,563 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 92 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 134 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Celebrity measures 188.0 inches long on a 104.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,685 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$9,563 ($28,357 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.5L (151 cid) LR8 OHV I4
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower92 hp @ 4,400 rpm
Torque134 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke101.6 x 76.2 mm (4.000 x 3.000 in)
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Injection TypeEFI (electronic fuel injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14"
Wheels Rear14"
Dimensions & Weight
Length188 in
Width69 in
Height54 in
Wheelbase104.8 in
Curb Weight2,685 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front56 in
Shoulder Room Rear57 in
Hip Room Front52 in
Hip Room Rear52 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 1986 Chevrolet CELEBRITY. 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

Sep 19, 1986 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

NHTSA campaign 86V131000

Apr 28, 1986 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. NOTE: ALSO, SEE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 86V131000.

Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

NHTSA campaign 86V056000

37 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Chevrolet CELEBRITY

Owner Complaints

37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Chevrolet CELEBRITY (5 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Steering12
Electrical System6
Seat Belts5
Structure4
Air2
Exterior Lighting2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 9, 2009 · Exterior Lighting
“I WENT TO AUTO RECALLS .ORG AND FOUND RECALL ON MY 1986 CHEVY CELEBRITY 33,000 MILES. CONTACTED DEALER KOOL CHEVROLET 3770 PLAINFIELD NE GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN 49505 (616)-364-9431 THEY SAID THEY COULD…”
Jul 11, 2008 · Tires
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 CHEVEROLET CELEBRITY STATION WAGON. THE VEHICLE HAS GOODYEAR DOUGLAS TIRES, SIZE 195/75R14. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE TO A TIRE STORE FOR A ROUTINE REPLACEMENT OF THE…”
Feb 28, 2001 · Seats Crash 1 injury
“RECLINING BUCKET SEAT RECLINED ON ITS OWN. *AK”
Jul 19, 2000 · Steering, Structure
“WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET HEARD A NOISE, STEERING CAME LOOSE. PULLED INTO A SERVICE STATION, AND THE LOWER A FRAME ON THE LEFT FRONT WHICH IS BOLTED INTO THE CRADLE BROKE. MOUNT WHERE THE A FRAME…”
Jul 3, 2000 · Service Brakes, Air
“NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK”

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 1986 CHEVROLET CELEBRITY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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