- The problem
- There is a possibility that a separated motor mount may allow the engine to lift, which may affect the throttle linkage, momentarily increasing throttle, possibly to full throttle.
- The risk
- Unexpected loss of throttle control may cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident.
- The fix
- Inspect engine mounts and install restraints which will limit engine lift and eliminate possible secondary effects to the throttle linkage due to engine mount separation.
Vehicle safety record
1968 Chevrolet Nova Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1968 Chevrolet Nova have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 1971 for the engine.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Nova year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1968 Chevrolet Nova recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 1968 Chevrolet Nova yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Chevrolet Nova: every year compared
All Nova years1968 Chevrolet Nova vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1968 Chevrolet C10 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1968 Chevrolet C Series | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1968 Chevrolet Nova
Does the 1968 Chevrolet Nova have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1968 Chevrolet Nova: engine (December 1971). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1968 Chevrolet Nova had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1968 Chevrolet Nova a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Chevrolet Nova year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1968 Chevrolet Nova has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data