Chevrolet Caprice Problems by Year
NHTSA has 176 owner complaints and 13 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Caprice, across 8 model years (1995–2014). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (88). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
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Chevrolet Caprice years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Caprice year: 1995, 1996, 2014. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Caprice: 88 complaints, 7 recalls
- 1996 Caprice: 65 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2014 Caprice: 12 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2003 Caprice: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2011 Caprice: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 1997 Caprice: 3 complaints, 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 Caprice problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 28 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 26 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 2 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Caprice model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Caprice | 12 | 3 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 Caprice | 6 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2012 Caprice | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2011 Caprice | 1 | 3 | — | Structure | |
| 2003 Caprice | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1997 Caprice | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1996 Caprice | 65 | 4 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 Caprice | 88 | 7 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Caprice years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (88), 1996 (65), 2014 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Caprice 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 Caprice?
Suspension, with 28 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Caprice have?
13 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.