1995 Chevrolet Corsica Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 12, 2013 · 102 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Corsica years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Corsica model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (31 complaints, 30%), typically at around 67,700 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 3 fires, 12 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Chevrolet Corsica
1994 Chevrolet Corsica in Carmel, Indiana, USA. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kersten Watson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Chevrolet Corsica problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic31 · ~67,700 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling20 · ~216,746 mi
Air Bags13
Electrical System11 · ~173,628 mi
Structure8
Power Train7
Seat Belts7
Visibility6 · ~119,000 mi
Unknown or Other5 · ~119,000 mi
Exterior Lighting4
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3130%67,700——
Engine and Engine Cooling2020%216,746——
Air Bags1313%———
Electrical System1111%173,628——
Structure88%———
Power Train77%———
Seat Belts77%———
Visibility66%119,000——
Unknown or Other55%119,000——
Exterior Lighting44%———
Steering44%———
Vehicle Speed Control44%———
Interior Lighting22%———
Latches/locks/linkages22%———
Seats22%———
Suspension22%———
Fuel System, Gasoline11%———
Parking Brake11%———
Service Brakes, Air11%———
Tires11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1997, with 19 complaints
1995: 5199551996: 8199681997: 191997191998: 9199891999: 161999162000: 192000192001: 112001112002: 7200272003: 4200342004: 1200412005: 1200512006: 1200612013: 120131

n = 102 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Chevrolet Corsica recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

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Electrical System · received Sep 12, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10543225

Went through 3 alternator in 8 months. Suspect electrical issues. As the parts store warranted i didn't pay for any of those, but the alternator kept burning out until they replaced using a much better model than standard. *jb

Electrical System · received Jun 2, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10158845

Severe peeling of the paint job which will eventually lead to major rusting of the body. Peeling has been occurring for many years since cars purchase. *jb

Structure · received Aug 1, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10130841

O.k. First problem i had was strong radiator smell. Replaced adiator due to crack, still had odor, then film on windshield, no heat,just cold air. Precepitation on inside windows, wet floorboard. Gushing leak from heater core. Replaced water pump & heater core. Still smelling very strong radiator…

Unknown or Other · received Jan 15, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10070214

While driving, the abs light appeared on the dashboard. The consumer applied the brake pedal and it went to the floor, and the vehicle didn't stop. The dealer stated the electronic module needed to be replaced. It would cost $1000. *ak *ph *jb

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 15, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10033737

Other Chevrolet Corsica years

1996 Corsica →

YearComplaintsRecalls
1997 Corsica10
1996 Corsica1100
19951020

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet Corsica?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, air bags problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 31 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Corsica?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Chevrolet Corsica a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Corsica model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.