Most common 1995 Chevrolet Beretta problems
Share of the 93 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Beretta complaints by model year
1995 Chevrolet Beretta recalls (1)
Structure › Body › Door
The reinforcement panel that serves as a liftpoint for the frame was omitted from the right side rocker assembly of the frame the vehicles do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the right side rocker reinforcement panel. If the reinforcement panel is not present, dealers will contact Chevrolet for further instructions.
What 1995 Chevrolet Beretta owners say
Brakes all 27 →
I'm sorry that I can't be more descriptive about this, but I am a woman what do you expect? Anyways, I have had my front brake pads replaced about 3 times now! I just had all new brakes and the rotors turned 4 months ago and the dealership said on my last brake inspection, 12/4 /00, that I only have 40% left on the front and 70% on the back! How can this be? I could understand this if I had a gizillion miles on my car and I ran the hell out of it but 35,000 miles and 3 brake jobs?! What's wrong with this picture? Well I guess that it will be a merry christmas at the dealership seeings how they have ripped me off for hundreds and hundreds of dollars!
Brakes failed 3 times without warning. The first time mechanic replaced master cylinder that he says was leaking. The next day brakes failed again & computer box next to master cylinder was replaced. Brakes worked for one month & without warning, went down to floor again. Computer has to be replaced again & we are in fear of driving it since there is no warning when brakes fail.
Engine & cooling
I purchased a 95 barrette. I did not start having problems until 2000. It was a brake related problem. My brakes would lock up and the ABS light would come on. I had no idea what the problem was but knew I had to have it fixed before it caused a accident from brake lock up during hard braking. I ultimately bought a cd version of a auto repair manual. Popular mechanics repair software. Still no answers until I went to the TSB and safety recall portion. I was shocked to find my problem in there. It was how the wiring was routed it and would rub on the gas line and wear the wires down to cause a short in respect cause the ABS system to shut down and not operate. I also found a safety recall notice on mine. …
35000 miles and I need a new water pump? It cost me almost $350.00 to have a new one put on! According to my uncle, who is a mecanic, the water pump did not need replacing! The pressure release valve for the coolant had a leak underneath the bolt. I told the mechanic this and they still put a water pump on it! Do these dealerships get off when a woman comes in and they can take her for all that she is worth?! Have you had any other complaints about the coolant leaking out from the pressure release valve?valve?
Transmission & drivetrain
I purchased a 95 barrette. I did not start having problems until 2000. It was a brake related problem. My brakes would lock up and the ABS light would come on. I had no idea what the problem was but knew I had to have it fixed before it caused a accident from brake lock up during hard braking. I ultimately bought a cd version of a auto repair manual. Popular mechanics repair software. Still no answers until I went to the TSB and safety recall portion. I was shocked to find my problem in there. It was how the wiring was routed it and would rub on the gas line and wear the wires down to cause a short in respect cause the ABS system to shut down and not operate. I also found a safety recall notice on mine. …
The rubber hose between the transmission and the transmission cooler came off twice without any obvious cause. This causes the transmission to lose transmission fluid very rapidly, causing a sudden loss of power. The mechanic that made the first repair told me that this is a common occurrence on this car. He told me this when I called him and told him that I had lost all the transmission fluid .
1995 Chevrolet Beretta engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 21 / 33 / 25 |
| 3.1L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Beretta a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Beretta to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 93 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Chevrolet Beretta?
The brakes — 27 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the engine & cooling (13) and transmission & drivetrain (10).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Beretta have?
There is 1 recall for the 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, the most recent from September 20, 1994 (door). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Beretta problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 85,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.