VIN Vehicle Report

1985 Chevrolet Cavalier

1G1JC69PXGJ120092

Vehicle record for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier (VIN 1G1JC69PXGJ120092). Gray, sedan, gasoline. Registered in Sumy. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.

3 recall campaigns → Gasoline
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Everything below is in the paid report for VIN 1G1JC69PXGJ120092, compiled live from NMVTIS and licensed providers the moment you unlock it. Not every vehicle has every record type — the report shows what is on file, and says so when nothing is. The 3 recall campaigns for this model year are shown further down.

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📜 Title & ownership

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  • Title brand historyEvery brand ever applied, by state, with what each one means
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  • Title & registration recordsHow many times it has been titled, where, and the years-per-owner pace
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🛞 Odometer

  • Odometer timelineEvery reported reading with its date and state, drawn as a timeline
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  • Rollback checkFlags any reading that goes backwards
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  • Miles per yearThis car's pace against the US average
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💥 Damage, loss & theft

  • Total-loss recordsInsurance total-loss declarations, with the reporting insurer type and date
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  • Salvage & junk-yard recordsSalvage, junk and auction dispositions, including export flags
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💰 Liens & value

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  • Sticker vs dealer invoiceWhat it cost new, and what the dealer paid
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🧰 Factory warranty & equipment

  • Remaining warrantyBasic, powertrain and rust coverage left, estimated from the first title date and odometer
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  • Standard equipment & coloursWhat this trim came with from the factory, and the colours it was offered in
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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

  • Per-VIN recall statusWhether each campaign has been repaired on THIS car, remedy availability, do-not-drive and stop-sale flags, dealer labour time
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History reports cover US-titled vehicles only. This car is registered in Ukraine, so title, salvage and odometer records from the US national title database (NMVTIS) don't apply to it. The registration record, specifications and recall data on this page cost nothing.

At a glance

LocationSumy, UKRAINE
ColorGray
Recall campaigns3

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Chevrolet
Model
Cavalier
Year
1985
Body style
Sedan
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
2 L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Country of origin
United States

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionsumy
Last operation date2025-12-23
Last operation540 - ЗНЯТТЯ З ОБЛІКУ У ЗВ`ЯЗКУ З ВИБРАКОВКОЮ
PurposeZahalnyy
Engine cc1983
Own weight kg1050
Total weight kg1510

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Combined18–26 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,140
FuelRegular
EPA size classCompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,700 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 10 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,700
Fuel only$15,700
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
172.4–174.4 in
Width
66.1–66.5 in
Height
51.6–54.3 in
Wheelbase
101.2 in
Curb weight
2,324–2,513 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier — ranges cover the 7 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 5

HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE Closed

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NHTSA #PE88027 · Exterior Lighting · opened Feb 1988 · closed May 1988

SUDDEN ACCEL Closed

SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:ANALYSIS:STATUS: GM RESPONDED BY LETTER DATED 12 FEBRUARY 1987. EA CLOSED ON8/7/87.===

NHTSA #EA87007 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Dec 1986 · closed Aug 1987

POWER ST. ASSIST Closed

SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER: GM HAS DEVELOPED A SPLITRING FIELD REPAIR KIT AND IS EXTENDING THE WARRANRY ON ALL 1982-84 A,J, AND X, BODY CARS AND 1985 C,BODY CARS. THE WARRANTY APPLIES TO CARSTHAT ARE FOR 50,000 MILES OR 5 YRS. IT INCLUDES REIMBURSEMENT FOR PREVIOUSREPAIRS.ANALYSIS: WEARING OF THE RACK AND PINION HOUSING AND LOW AMBIENT TEMPCAN CAUSE TEMPORARY LOSS OF POWER ASSIST. TEFLON O RINGS FAI…

NHTSA #EA87006 · Steering · opened Dec 1986 · closed Sep 1988

SUDDEN ACCELERATION Closed

NHTSA #DP86019 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Sep 1986 · closed Dec 1986

UNDERHOOD FIRES Closed

NHTSA #PE86031 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Feb 1986 · closed Jun 1986

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 1

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR

Bulletin 000524001 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2000

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CAVALIER. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Not Entered

CAVALIER AND SUNBIRD WITH 2L ENGINES THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND FALL FORWARD ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. SHOULD THIS OCCUR WHILE THE ENGINE IS BEING OPERATED, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Transport Canada #1985039 · Apr 1985

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Chevrolet Cavalier

The Chevrolet Cavalier is a line of compact cars produced by Chevrolet. Serving as the replacement of the Chevrolet Monza, the Cavalier was the second Chevrolet model line to adopt front-wheel drive. Three versions of the Cavalier have been sold, including three generations sold in North America from model years 1982 to 2005, a version produced by SAIC-GM for China from 2016 to 2021, and a SAIC-GM version produced for Mexico since the 2019 model year.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 3

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS AP…

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER COULD FALL OFF THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND LAND ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS BEING OPERATED AT THE TIME THAT THE PLASTIC TRIM COVER FALLS OFF, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: REMOVE THE TRIM COVER AND DISCARD.

NHTSA Campaign #86V073000 · 28/05/1986

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER COULD DETACH FROM THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND FALL FORWARD ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS BEING OPERATED AT THE TIME OF DETACHMENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: REMOVE THE TRIM COVER AND DISCARD.

NHTSA Campaign #85V042000 · 12/04/1985

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 4 Nov 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

🔥 2 involved a fire

Electrical System 2 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Vehicle Speed Control 1 report

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Service Brakes 1 report

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Hydraulic 1 report

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Owner complaints 4

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

FIRE ERUPTED IN THE DASH WERE THE RADIO WAS LOCATED RUINING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE WAS OFF AND PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS NOT AFFECTED. NLM

Fire · NHTSA ODI #559503

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

WHENEVER ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD STICK. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI #836201

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT (30) MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE BACK BRAKE ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT OUT AND CAUSED THE FRONT BRAKE ON THE LEFT SIDE TO GO OUT. THIS ALMOST CAUSED AN INCIDENT. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI #813469

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL FIRE.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)

Fire · NHTSA ODI #508893

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Is the VIN 1G1JC69PXGJ120092 valid?

1G1JC69PXGJ120092 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Are there safety recalls on the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What fuel economy does the 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier get?

The 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (10 versions).

Recall data checked 4 Nov 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.