1991 Chevrolet Corsica: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1991 Chevrolet Corsica: 1 recall, 108 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #91V083000 · 1991 · 36,364 vehicles
What's wrong: Nut attaching steering wheel May not have been properly tightened during installation.
Why it matters: This could allow steering wheel to separate from steeringcolumn; loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior warning.
The fix: Tighten the nut to the proper torque as necessary.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 17 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Exterior lights (25): the most common themes are fire / smoke (15), electrical failure (4).
- Electrical (23): the most common themes are fire / smoke (18), electrical failure (5).
- Airbags (20): the most common themes are fails to deploy (7).
- Steering (12): the most common themes are steering problems (10).
The 1991 Chevrolet Corsica has 108 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 8 Corsica model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 90). Complaints peaked in 1995 (51 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old. Neighboring years: 1990 (55 complaints, 2 recalls), 1992 (125 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | Regular |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
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FAQ
Does the 1991 Chevrolet Corsica have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1991 Chevrolet Corsica problems?
Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lights (25), electrical (23), airbags (20).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Chevrolet Corsica get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.2 L, Automatic 3-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1991 Chevrolet Corsica repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.