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1975 Chevrolet Nova Problems, complaints & recalls

No owner complaints about the 1975 Chevrolet Nova have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the equipment.

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FFar more problems than a typical Nova year, for its age

Complaints
0
Recalls
4
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

1975 Chevrolet Nova recalls 4

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

Equipment

07E088000121,680 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
The risk
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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No complaints about the 1975 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

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19790100-B
19780200-D
19770400-F
19750400-F
19740400-F
19730400-F
19710100-B
All Nova years

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1975 Chevrolet Nova040F
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Questions about the 1975 Chevrolet Nova

Does the 1975 Chevrolet Nova have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1975 Chevrolet Nova: equipment (October 2007); steering wheel / handle bar (May 1975); recliner (September 1974); lower arm (September 1974). 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 1975 Chevrolet Nova had?

None have been filed with NHTSA so far.

Is the 1975 Chevrolet Nova a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 19 out of 100 (grade F: far more 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 1975 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

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