5
recalls
The Chevrolet Vega has 5 recalls covering 1.01 million vehicles as reported; model year 1972 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1972: 4
Units affected
1.01M
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
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 Vega by component
- Equipment2 · 7,668 units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 129K units
- Power train1 · 526K units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 350K units
Chevrolet Vega recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 1974 | Chevrolet Vega; Pontiac Astre (1975): EquipmentNo. 74V198000 | Other or not stated | 596 |
| Jul 21, 1972 | Chevrolet Vega; GMC G VAN (1972): EquipmentNo. 72V190000 | Other or not stated | 7,072 |
| Jul 5, 1972 | Chevrolet Vega (1971-1972): Power trainNo. 72V164000 | Other or not stated | 526,000 |
| May 11, 1972 | Chevrolet Vega (1971-1972): Vehicle speed controlNo. 72V112000 | Other or not stated | 350,000 |
| Apr 7, 1972 | Chevrolet Vega (1972): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 72V075000 | Other or not stated | 129,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1975 Chevrolet Vega recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1975 Chevrolet Vega. 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 Vega have?
5 recalls cover the Chevrolet Vega, for 1.01 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is equipment (2 recalls).
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.