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1993 Chevrolet Corsica

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Corsica.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is classified as a passenger car and is equipped with an engine that requires four quarts of 5W‑30 API oil. During the 1990‑1997 model span, owner complaints totaled 129, with the peak of 171 complaints recorded in 1992 and a low of one complaint in 1997, and no recalls were issued; the most frequently cited problem area was service brakes, hydraulic. The 1993 model year therefore falls within this range of complaints, with owner-reported concerns centered on service brakes and hydraulic systems.

Model year199619951994199319921991198919881987

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 12731175. Note the factory fuel filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12731175
Engine air filter24577608 alt 19166102
Fuel filter25121293 discontinued
Spark plug19354418
Front wiper blades22155381
Serpentine belt10224381 alt 10224382
Thermostat24577299 alt 19435095

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.5 in
Overall width68.1 in
Overall height56.3 in
Wheelbase103.5 in
Curb weight2615 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)64/36

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Corsica of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.90 sec — 1989 LT 5-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1989LT 5-door Hatchback 2.8L V68.90 sec16.60 sec130 hp5M

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 7,500 miEngine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Parking Brake Cable (lubricate) · Shift Linkage (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miEngine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · EGR System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Breather Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 60,000 miPCV System (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 1993, the Chevrolet Corsica recorded 129 complaints, a decline from the 171 complaints of 1992 but still above the 133 in 1991, indicating a modest downward trend. The recall count dropped to zero that year, a slight improvement over the single recall in 1992 and 1994, while investigations remained low at three. The number of traffic‑signal‑breach reports (21) and other complaints (65 in 1995) suggest a gradual reduction in reported issues after 1993. The top complaint categories in 1993—service brakes, electrical system, exterior lighting, and engine cooling—reflect common maintenance concerns rather than systemic safety failures. Given the steady decline in complaints and the absence of recalls, 1993 represents a relatively stable year within the generation, but buyers should still be wary of brake and electrical maintenance. Overall, a 1993 Corsica can be a reasonable purchase if it has been well maintained, but thorough inspection of brakes and electrical components is essential.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
21
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
129
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 11 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 129 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic21
Electrical System20
Exterior Lighting19
Engine & Engine Cooling15
Air Bags9
Steering9
Power Train6
Fuel System, Gasoline5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 21 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
041520042004-04-15Service Brakes, AirVEHICLES MAY SET ANYONE OR A COMBINATION OF FRONT-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE…
00966B2004-01-01Service Brakes, AirABS FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
009662004-01-01Service Brakes, AirANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
990730030A2001-04-01Power TrainOWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E OR 4T65-E TRANSAXLES…
9909410042000-01-01Air BagsINFORMATION REGARDING SWITCHES TO TURN OFF AND ON FRONTAL AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER CARS AND…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1993 Corsica take?

4 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1993 Corsica have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.