1992 Chevrolet Corsica
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.
1992 Chevrolet Corsica at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1992 Chevrolet Corsica recalls 1
THE SERVICE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH BECOMES INOPERATIVE.
Fix: REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND CORRECT THE WIRING IN THE CONNECTOR OF THE STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1992 Chevrolet Corsica common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 171 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1992 Chevrolet Corsica safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica 4-DR. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1992 Chevrolet Corsica MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1992 Chevrolet Corsica costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 4
DEFECTIVE AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR Closed
CFAS SENT A FOLLOW-UP LETTER ON DECEMBER 12, 1996, TO CHANGE THE INTENT OF THE PETITION TO "AIRBAG AGGRESSIVITY AND DEPLOYMENT VARIABILITY." NHTSA RECEIVED THE LETTER ON 12/12/96; ACCORDINGLY, THE PETITION DUE DAY WAS CHANGED TO APRIL 12, 1997. CFAS PETITIONED THE AGENCY TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE "AIRBAG CRASH SENSOR AND/OR DEPLOYMENT SYSTEMS" FOR THE 1991-92 CHEVROLET CORSICA/BERETTA, 1990…
NHTSA #DP96014 · Air Bags · opened Nov 1996 · closed Jul 1997STEERING COLUMN SMK/FLAMES Closed
NHTSA #PE94062 · Steering · opened Aug 1994 · closed Dec 1994BRAKE CALIPER CORROSION Closed
NHTSA #DP94004 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Jun 1994 · closed Aug 1994ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES Closed
NHTSA #PE94031 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Mar 1994 · closed Jul 1994An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 16
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 16.
VEHICLES MAY SET ANYONE OR A COMBINATION OF FRONT-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CODES AS INTERMITTENT OR HARD FAILURES. GM VOICEMAIL EXPRESS. *TT
Bulletin 04152004 · Service Brakes, Air · Apr 2004ABS FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
Bulletin 00966B · Service Brakes, Air · Jan 2004ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
Bulletin 00966 · Service Brakes, Air · Jan 2004OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E OR 4T65-E TRANSAXLES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN STANDING IN PARK ON A HILL OR SLOPE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE NOT APPLIED. *…
Bulletin 990730030A · Power Train · Apr 2001INFORMATION REGARDING SWITCHES TO TURN OFF AND ON FRONTAL AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS. *TT
Bulletin 990941004 · Air Bags · Jan 2000GENERAL MOTORS BEGAN PROVIDING CHILD RESTRAIN SEAT TOP TETHER HARDWARE PACKAGES TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES WHO REQUESTED THEM. *TT
Bulletin 990940004 · Seats · Jan 2000THIS BULLETIN INFORMS DEALERSHIPS ABOUT THE TRAP RESISTANT REAR COMPARTMENT (TRUNK) KIT. *TT
Bulletin 990866002A · Latches/locks/linkages · Jan 2000SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60 OR 4T60-E TRANSXALES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN IN PARK ON INCLINE. *TT
Bulletin 990730030 · Power Train · Dec 1999SOME V6 ENGINES MAY, ON A VERY INFREQUENT BASIS, HAVE AN OIL ODOR CONDITION THAT IS GENERALLY ENCOUNTERED AFTER THE ENGINE'S OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED.TYPICALLY THE ODOR LASTS APPROXIMATELY 1000 MILES AFTER THE CHANGE OF OIL AND THEN DOES NOT REAPPEAR UNTIL THE NEX…
Bulletin 876002A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 1998VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLATTERING NOISE AT IDLE SPEED ORIGINATING FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AND FRONT COVER AREA. *YC
Bulletin 98876121A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 1998Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CORSICA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Brakes
THE SERVICE BRAKE STOPLAMP SWITCH MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE, RESULTING IN FAILURE OF THE SERVICE BRAKE STOPLAMPS TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED. FAILURE OF THE BRAKE STOPLAMPS WOULD RESULT IN THE OPERATOR OF A FOLLOWING VEHICLE NOT BEING WARNED THAT THE LEADING VEHICLE IS DECELERATING AND CRASH COULD OCCUR. CORRECTION: SERVICE BRAKE STOPLAMP SWITCH WILL BE REPLACED…
Transport Canada #1992164 · Dec 1992Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.