16
recalls
The Chevrolet Nova has 16 recalls covering 8.05 million vehicles as reported; model year 1973 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
16
Most for 1973: 4
Units affected
8.05M
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Chevrolet Nova by component
- Steering4 · 59K units
- Suspension4 · 57K units
- Power train2 · 3,139 units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 6.68M units
- Seat belts1 · 3,225 units
- Seats1 · 358 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 1.22M units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 13K units
Chevrolet Nova recalls
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Questions and answers
Is the 1978 Chevrolet Nova recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1978 Chevrolet Nova. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Nova have?
16 recalls cover the Chevrolet Nova, for 8.05 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (4 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Chevrolet Nova?
Power train: named in 11 of the 33 safety complaints about the Chevrolet Nova, then seat belts (9). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.