Chevrolet Beretta Problems by Year
NHTSA has 170 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Beretta, across 6 model years (1995–2002). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (93). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Chevrolet Beretta years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Beretta year: 1995, 1996. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Beretta: 93 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 Beretta: 72 complaints, 1 recall
- 1998 Beretta: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1997 Beretta: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1999 Beretta: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2002 Beretta: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Beretta problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 2 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 32 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 2 | 10 |
| Seats | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Beretta model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Beretta | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1999 Beretta | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1998 Beretta | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 Beretta | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1996 Beretta | 72 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 Beretta | 93 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Beretta years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (93), 1996 (72) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Beretta year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Beretta?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 41 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Beretta have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.