1998 CHEVROLET Beretta Problems

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

WHILE CHATTING WITH THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALER I RECENTLY HEARD THAT GENERAL MOTORS HAS HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE NEW STYLE ORANGE ANTIFREEZE CORRODING HEAD GASKETS ON SOME OF THEIR V-6 ENGINES. WORD HAS IT THEY KNEW THERE WAS A PROBLEM BUT HAVE KEPT QUIET ABOUT IT. I ALSO HEARD FROM ANOTHER MECHANICTHAT THEY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE VALVE SEATS. THEY BOTH WORKED AT THE CHEVROLET DEALER. WHICH EVER THE CASE, I HAD A CHEVROLET BARRETTA WITH A V-6 ENGINE. WITHOUT WARNING WATER STARTED COMING OUT OF THE EXHAUST PIPE. THERE WERE NO BROKEN HOSES OR OTHER LEAKS PRESENT. AT THE TIME I THOUGHT THIS WAS STRANGE. I TOOK IT TO THE CHEVROLET DEALER, AND THEY TOLD ME THEY COULD REPLACE THE HEADS, BUT THEY WOULDN'T GAURANTEE THAT WOULD FIX IT. THEY TALKED ME INTO BUYING A NEW CAR. ALL I COULD AFFORD WAS A LOW MILEAGE DEMONSTRATOR.NOW THE NEW CAR IS APPROACHING THE SAME AGE AND IT HAS THE SAME ENGINE. *AK I TRAVEL TO OHIO FOR CHRISTMAS. NOW I'M WORRIED ABOUT THIS CAR. I'M A MILITARY WIDOW AND I CAN'T AFFORD A NEW CAR EVERY TWO OR THREE YEARS. I ALWAYS TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND SERVICE. I AM LUCKY I WAS HOME WHEN THIS HAPPENED. IF IT HAD HAPPENED LAST CHRISTMAS ON MY WAY TO OHIO, I WOULD HAVE FROZE TO DEATH. MOST OF THE DATES HERE ARE GUESSES. GENERAL MOTORS SHOULD HAVE ALL THE CORRECT DATES ON FILE. I BOUGHT THE FIRST CAR IN CABOT, ARKANSAS AND I BOUGHT THE SECOND CAR IN BRANSON , MISSOURI. MY FRIEND HAS BEEN A MECHANIC MOST OF HIS LIFE AND HE CAN'T DO IT ANY MORE. HE PRESENTLY OWNS A 1990 CHEV. ASTRO VAN WITH A V-6 ENGINE WITH 250,000 MILES ON IT WITH NO PROBLEM. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD THE OLD STYLE GREEN ANTIFREEZE IN IT. I FEEL THAT IF THERE HAS BEEN A KNOWN PROBLEM THEY SHOULD WARN PEOPLE ABOUT IT. AND IF I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN FIXED BEFORE I BOUGHT IT.

Apr 26, 2005

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING UPON SHIFTING GEARS WHILE IN MOTION. THE CODE # INDICATION IS 1870. MY LOCAL SERVICE CENTER ADVISED ME THAT THIS IS THE THIRD HE HAS SEEN RECENTLY W/ THE SAME CODE. I CONTACTED MY DEALERSHIP WHO ALSO ADVISED THAT THEY HAVE BEEN RECEIVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH OTHER CHEVROLET VEHILCES. IT WOULD SEEM THESE ARE NOT ISOLATED INCIDENTS AS MY SERVICE STATION IS ON THE FAR NORTHSIDE OF INDIANAPOLIS AND THE DEALERSHIP IS ON THE FAR SOUTHSIDE AND ALL HAVING THE SAME CODE #1870 AND TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE INDICATION. I HAVE OWNED 2 BLAZERS PREVIOUSLY AND NEVER EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM. THE SAFETY IMPLICATIONS ARE APPARENT. WE CONSUMERS SHOULD NOT HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANMISSION AT OVER $2000 WHEN THIS IS OBVIOUSLY AN INTERNAL PROBLEM WITH THE CHEVROLET ENGINE THAT NEEDS TO BE CORRECTED.*AK

Aug 07, 2000

4.5/5.0

80 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1998 CHEVROLET Beretta VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your CHEVROLET dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta have?

The 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta currently has 2 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta?

The most common problems reported for the 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta?

You can report safety problems with your 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1998 CHEVROLET Beretta. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.