Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗STRUCTURE:DOOR ASSEMBLY:FRAME AND PANEL
- Summary
- THE REINFORCEMENT PANEL THAT SERVES AS A LIFTPOINT FOR THE FRAME WAS OMITTED FROM THE RIGHT SIDE ROCKER ASSEMBLY OF THE FRAME THE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THE MISSING REINFORCEMENT PANEL REDUCES THE PROTECTION OF THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR THE PRESENCE OF THE RIGHT SIDE ROCKER REINFORCEMENT PANEL. IF THE REINFORCEMENT PANEL IS NOT PRESENT, DEALERS WILL CONTACT CHEVROLET FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.
SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT
- Summary
- THE SUSPENSION SUPPORT ASSEMBLIES DO NOT MEET GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION'S SPECIFICATION FOR WELD INTEGRITY AND THE AFFECTED WELD CAN FAIL CAUSING THE FRONT OF THE CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE FROM THE SUSPENSION SUPPORT ASSEMBLY.
- Consequence
- IF THIS OCCURS, THE AFFECTED TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN MOVESUBSTANTIALLY FROM ITS DESIGNED POSITION AND STEERING CONTROL CAN BE SEVERELYIMPAIRED WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- INSTALL REVISED SUSPENSION SUPPORTS WITH ADEQUATE WELD INTEGRITY.
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Owner complaints (85)
85 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 28 | 32.9% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 15.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 10 | 11.8% |
| Structure | 10 | 11.8% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 9.4% |
| Suspension | 8 | 9.4% |
| Power train | 6 | 7.1% |
| Tires | 6 | 7.1% |
| Seats | 5 | 5.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 5.9% |
How 1994 compares with other Beretta years
Best and worst Beretta years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 39 | 2 |
| 1991 | 49 | 1 |
| 1992 | 52 | 1 |
| 1993 | 37 | 0 |
| 1994 | 85 | 2 |
| 1995 | 93 | 1 |
| 1996 | 72 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 356 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1994 Beretta for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1994 Chevrolet Beretta FAQ
How many recalls does the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 94V176000 (structure), 93V157000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1994 Chevrolet Beretta problems?
Owners filed 85 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (28), Electrical system (13), Engine and engine cooling (10) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1994 Chevrolet Beretta get?
EPA rates the 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 22 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1994 Beretta compare with other years?
Among the 1990–1999 Chevrolet Beretta model years at least five years old, the 1997 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1995 the most (93). The 1994 drew 85. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.