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1992 Chevrolet Cavalier VL Sedan

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1992 Chevrolet Cavalier – front Unverified
Photo: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, front left, 05-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (1988–1994); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, front left, 05-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1992-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier VL coupe in Bright Aqua Metallic, front left, 10-12-2020 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 88-90 Chevrolet Cavalier sedan by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, rear left, 05-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Chevy Cavalier Z24 Convertible Interior with Digital Gauges by Puffin77, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier VL Sedan is a 2.2-liter inline-4 sedan with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,474 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The Cavalier measures 182.3 inches long on a 101.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,520 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$9,474 ($21,946 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.2L inline-4, throttle-body fuel injection, naturally aspirated
Displacement2.2 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity15 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in
Wheels Rear14 in
Dimensions & Weight
Length182.3 in
Width66.3 in
Height53.6 in
Wheelbase101.3 in
Curb Weight2,520 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear37.4 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear33.3 in
Shoulder Room Front52.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.7 in
Hip Room Front48.1 in
Hip Room Rear48.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier 4-DR

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet CAVALIER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 23, 1991 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR MISSING, LEADING TO A CONDITION WHERE THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH DOES NOT ENGAGE THE SECONDARY STRIKER.

Consequence: IF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH IS NOT ENGAGED, AND THEPRIMARY HOOD LATCH WAS ALSO NOT ENGAGED, THE HOOD COULD OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY. IFTHIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE HOOD MAY CONTACT THE WINDSHIELD,REDUCING THE FORWARD VISION AREA OF THE DRIVER AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: INSPECT HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES AND, WHERE NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING.

NHTSA campaign 91V166000

140 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet CAVALIER

Owner Complaints

140 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet CAVALIER (15 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 9 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes49
Hydraulic47
Electrical System19
Engine And Engine Cooling14
Seats11
Seat Belts10
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 20, 2009 · Tires
“NEW TIRES AND VALVE STEMS WERE INSTALLED ON MY CAR IN NOVEMBER OF 2007. AFTER ABOUT 8,000 MILES TWO VALVE STEMS HAVE FAILED IN THE COURSE OF TWO WEEKS, ONE ABOUT MAY 7 TH 2009 AND ANOTHER ON MAY 19…”
Feb 26, 2008 · Structure
“THE BODY SEAM PUTTY ON AND AROUND THE WINDSHIELD AND FIREWALL DRIES OUT, THEN CRACKS, AND ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR. AS A RESULT, MY FRONT FLOOR PANS ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER…”
Apr 13, 2007 · Steering
“1992 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. THE PIECE AT THE CENTER OF THE DRIVING WHEEL CAN COME LOOSE, INTERFERE WITH STEERING, AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE CENTER OF THE DRIVING WHEEL HAS A PIECE WHICH IS OVER THE…”
Aug 30, 2005 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash
“BRAKE PEDAL WILL PERIODICALLY GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT BRAKES ENGAGING. MY DAUGHTER HAD AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF THIS, THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS INJURED AND THERE WAS LITTLE DAMAGE. MECHANIC CAN…”
Feb 7, 2005 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“THE CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO REPAIR THE ABS LIGHT WHICH COST $700.00. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER A SECOND TIME BECAUSE THE LIGHT WOULD REMAIN ON. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER…”

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 1992 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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