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Chevrolet Cavalier: Known Issues clusters

All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.

rows108
model years1990–2005 (16)
data through2026-10-12
method/data/methodology#known-issues
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)
chevrolet.csv (whole make)

Vehicle pages

2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000 · 1999 · 1998 · 1997 · 1996 · 1995 · 1994 · 1993 · 1992 · 1991 · 1990

Rows

yearcluster_idlabelcomponent_codecomplaint_countdate_rangesource_complaint_countreviewed_at
2005cavalier-2005-instrument-cluster-failureInstrument cluster and gauge failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM1742010-01 → 2019-012872026-09-21
2005cavalier-2005-power-window-failurePower window motor failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY42010-06 → 2015-042872026-09-21
2005cavalier-2005-clutch-hydraulic-failureClutch hydraulic line failurePOWER TRAIN32010-04 → 2013-072872026-09-21
2005cavalier-2005-dashboard-crackingDashboard cracking and disintegrationSTRUCTURE32010-03 → 2016-082872026-09-21
2005cavalier-2005-airbag-deployment-failureAirbag deployment malfunction in a crashAIR BAGS42014-05 → 2016-112872026-09-21
2005cavalier-2005-unintended-accelerationUnintended acceleration with brake failureVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL42010-05 → 2014-122872026-09-21
2004cavalier-2004-instrument-cluster-gauge-failureInstrument cluster and gauge malfunctionELECTRICAL SYSTEM1192009-06 → 2018-093302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-steering-column-failureSteering column and steering system failureSTEERING112010-03 → 2024-053302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-clutch-hydraulic-failureClutch pedal and hydraulic line failurePOWER TRAIN52009-08 → 2015-043302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-unintended-accelerationAccelerator stuck or unintended accelerationVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL52011-06 → 2019-113302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-airbag-non-deploymentAir bag non-deployment in a crashAIR BAGS72009-12 → 2016-083302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-ignition-switch-stallingIgnition switch problems and engine shut-offELECTRICAL SYSTEM112011-03 → 2017-083302026-10-01
2004cavalier-2004-fuel-pump-failureFuel pump failureFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE42009-08 → 2015-043302026-10-01
2003cavalier-2003-instrument-clusterInstrument cluster gauge malfunctionELECTRICAL SYSTEM412009-04 → 2021-057052026-10-02
2003cavalier-2003-turn-signal-failureTurn signal and tail lamp failure after recall repairEXTERIOR LIGHTING72009-07 → 2015-117052026-10-02
2003cavalier-2003-ignition-lock-cylinderIgnition switch and lock cylinder failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM52014-06 → 2015-107052026-10-02
2003cavalier-2003-subframe-corrosionSubframe and frame corrosionSUSPENSION, STRUCTURE62013-06 → 2016-067052026-10-02
2003cavalier-2003-steering-column-tilt-pinsSteering column tilt mechanism pin failureSTEERING32013-05 → 2021-057052026-10-02
2003cavalier-2003-fuel-pump-stallFuel pump failure with stalling or no-startFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1002009-03 → 2016-087052026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-brake-rotor-shudderBrake rotor warping and brake shudderSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC62003-03 → 2006-072102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-timing-chain-failureTiming chain, tensioner and gear failureENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING42004-12 → 2011-032102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-power-window-failurePower window motor and regulator failureVISIBILITY102003-09 → 2008-032102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-fuel-pump-stallingFuel pump failure and engine stallingFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE72007-11 → 2014-112102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-traction-system-shutdownTraction system warning light with engine shutdownELECTRICAL SYSTEM112003-11 → 2010-092102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-rear-lights-signalsRear turn signal and brake light failureEXTERIOR LIGHTING102003-09 → 2020-072102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-airbag-non-deploymentAir bags not deploying in collisionAIR BAGS52002-09 → 2007-012102026-10-02
2002cavalier-2002-unintended-accelerationUnintended acceleration and cruise control non-releaseVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL92002-11 → 2010-122102026-10-02
2001cavalier-2001-fuel-gauge-readingFuel gauge reading incorrectlyFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE72002-05 → 2009-102542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-brake-rotor-wearBrake rotor wear and vibration when brakingSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC92002-06 → 2005-022542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-steering-clunkSteering clunk or click when turningSTEERING82003-05 → 2010-042542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-dashboard-crackingCracked dashboardSTRUCTURE72003-08 → 2016-062542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-conquest-tire-beltsGoodyear Conquest tire steel belt breakageTIRES42003-12 → 2004-022542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-ignition-switch-keyIgnition switch and key failuresELECTRICAL SYSTEM162004-03 → 2016-112542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-fuel-pump-stallFuel pump failure with stalling or no-startFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE112002-08 → 2008-112542026-10-05
2001cavalier-2001-airbag-no-deployAir bags not deploying in a collisionAIR BAGS82002-05 → 2015-022542026-10-05
2000cavalier-2000-dashboard-crackingDashboard cracking and separationSTRUCTURE112003-09 → 2015-063382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-steering-popping-noisePopping or clunking noise when turning steering wheelSTEERING82003-04 → 2005-073382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-battery-acid-wiring-damageBattery acid leak damaging wiring and lightingELECTRICAL SYSTEM42003-02 → 2005-123382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-ignition-switch-failureIgnition switch failure, no-start and column smokeELECTRICAL SYSTEM162004-05 → 2007-053382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-engine-stallingEngine stalling while drivingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING102003-01 → 2011-013382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-fuel-pump-failureFuel pump failure with loss of power or no-startFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE102003-06 → 2009-023382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-fuel-gauge-inaccurateInaccurate or non-functioning fuel gaugeFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER62003-03 → 2011-083382026-10-06
2000cavalier-2000-airbag-non-deploymentAir bags not deploying in a collisionAIR BAGS72003-05 → 2013-073382026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-abs-pedal-lossABS malfunction and brake pedal lossSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC132001-07 → 2016-052682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-brake-rotor-pad-wearPremature brake pad wear and warped rotorsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC82000-08 → 2001-112682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-headlight-wiring-failureHeadlight wiring harness and lamp circuit failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM92002-04 → 2005-042682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-ignition-switch-wiringIgnition switch and ignition wiring recall repairsELECTRICAL SYSTEM102001-02 → 2008-072682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-subframe-cracking-rustSub-frame fracture and corrosionSUSPENSION42007-12 → 2014-072682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-steering-lockup-rackSteering lockup, rack and pinion and column noiseSTEERING172001-02 → 2008-102682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-engine-stall-shutoffEngine stalling and shutoff while drivingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING122000-09 → 2010-092682026-10-06
1999cavalier-1999-airbag-non-deploymentAir bags not deploying in frontal collisionsAIR BAGS72000-10 → 2004-092682026-10-06
1998cavalier-1998-rack-pinion-recall-repairRack and pinion recall repair recurrence or parts delaySTEERING252002-11 → 2011-043842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-ignition-switch-failureIgnition switch failure and recall 04V036 repairsELECTRICAL SYSTEM162002-06 → 2010-033842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-subframe-rustRusted or fractured sub frameSTRUCTURE82008-12 → 2017-083842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-abs-brake-malfunctionABS malfunction and extended stopping distanceSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC82001-10 → 2012-053842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-headlight-switchHeadlight switch failureEXTERIOR LIGHTING52002-04 → 2007-103842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-steering-loss-lockupSteering loss of assist or lock-up at low speedSTEERING202002-06 → 2011-043842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-electrical-fire-smokeElectrical fire or smoke from wiring and steering columnELECTRICAL SYSTEM102001-06 → 2015-083842026-10-07
1998cavalier-1998-engine-stallingEngine stalling while drivingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING102001-08 → 2012-093842026-10-07
1997cavalier-1997-head-gasket-coolant-leakHead gasket, water pump and coolant leaks with overheatingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING142002-07 → 2008-065992026-10-07
1997cavalier-1997-fuel-leak-gas-odorFuel line and injector leaks with gasoline odorFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE102003-02 → 2009-045992026-10-07
1997cavalier-1997-steering-rack-pinionPower steering loss or lock-up, mainly in left turnsSTEERING432002-07 → 2011-035992026-10-07
1997cavalier-1997-ignition-switch-start-fireIgnition switch, no-start and steering column fireELECTRICAL SYSTEM282002-07 → 2014-115992026-10-07
1997cavalier-1997-air-bag-deploymentAir bag deployment without a crash or in low-speed impactAIR BAGS192002-12 → 2016-095992026-10-07
1996cavalier-1996-head-gasket-coolantHead gasket failure, coolant leakage and overheatingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING182001-03 → 2007-116042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-transmission-failureTransmission failure and loss of gear engagementPOWER TRAIN72001-02 → 2004-086042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-interior-lamps-onInterior lamps illuminating unexpectedlyINTERIOR LIGHTING52001-04 → 2013-036042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-steering-rack-pinionPower steering rack and pinion lock-upSTEERING192001-07 → 2005-066042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-ignition-switch-recallIgnition switch recall repairs, stalling and fireELECTRICAL SYSTEM192002-04 → 2004-076042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-airbag-unexpected-deployAir bag deployment without a collisionAIR BAGS102002-04 → 2010-076042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-engine-shutoff-drivingEngine shutoff while drivingENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING102001-04 → 2014-036042026-10-08
1996cavalier-1996-fuel-injector-leakFuel injector and injection hose leaksFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE42001-08 → 2004-036042026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-head-gasket-coolant-leakCylinder head gasket coolant leakageENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING401999-03 → 2006-043562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-heater-core-leakHeater core failure and coolant leakVISIBILITY71998-11 → 2002-093562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-abs-soft-pedalSoft brake pedal with ABS activationSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC32000-06 → 2001-083562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-ignition-switch-smoke-fireIgnition switch failure with steering column smokeELECTRICAL SYSTEM252000-07 → 2014-113562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-engine-stallingEngine stalling while driving or slowingELECTRICAL SYSTEM101999-10 → 2003-043562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-steering-lockupSteering lock-up and hard-to-turn steeringSTEERING52001-02 → 2003-023562026-10-08
1995cavalier-1995-airbag-no-deploymentAir bags not deploying in frontal collisionAIR BAGS51999-12 → 2005-103562026-10-08
1994cavalier-1994-head-gasket-coolant-leakHead gasket failure and coolant lossENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING251997-10 → 2004-053002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-brake-pad-rotor-wearBrake pad and rotor wearSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC101996-01 → 2000-023002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-seat-back-latchFront seat back latch not lockingSEATS81996-01 → 2005-103002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-horn-pad-separationHorn pad separating from steering wheelELECTRICAL SYSTEM61997-05 → 1999-093002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-engine-mount-failureEngine mount failure and vibrationENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING71996-06 → 2003-063002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-abs-brake-failureABS and service brake failureSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC351996-01 → 2005-013002026-10-09
1994cavalier-1994-seat-belt-malfunctionSeat belt retractor, buckle and lock failureSEAT BELTS151996-01 → 2012-103002026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-head-gasket-coolant-leakHead gasket and coolant leaksENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING151996-03 → 2002-092102026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-horn-pad-detachingHorn pad detaching from steering wheelELECTRICAL SYSTEM101995-03 → 2000-062102026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-brake-pedal-abs-failureLoss of braking and ABS malfunctionSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC341995-01 → 2005-072102026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-seat-back-track-failureSeat back and seat track failuresSEATS71995-01 → 2004-072102026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-seat-belt-retraction-restraintSeat belts not retracting or restrainingSEAT BELTS101995-02 → 2004-012102026-10-09
1993cavalier-1993-fire-electrical-shortVehicle fire and electrical shortingELECTRICAL SYSTEM141995-04 → 2004-012102026-10-09
1992cavalier-1992-seat-back-mount-failureDriver seat back, track and frame failuresSEATS111995-01 → 2001-051612026-10-10
1992cavalier-1992-abs-brake-failureABS and brake pedal loss of brakingSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC511994-09 → 2005-081612026-10-10
1992cavalier-1992-electrical-fire-smokeElectrical fire and smoke from dash or wiringELECTRICAL SYSTEM71995-04 → 2001-121612026-10-10
1992cavalier-1992-seat-belt-failureSeat belt retractor, latch and door-mount failuresSEAT BELTS111995-01 → 2002-111612026-10-10
1992cavalier-1992-unintended-accelerationSudden acceleration and cruise control not disengagingVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL71995-06 → 1999-091612026-10-10
1991cavalier-1991-wiper-failureWindshield wipers inoperative or intermittentVISIBILITY51995-08 → 2000-09742026-10-12
1991cavalier-1991-brake-problemsBrake pedal, pad and caliper problemsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC61995-04 → 1999-09742026-10-12
1991cavalier-1991-seat-belt-defectsSeat belt buckle and guide loop defectsSEAT BELTS31996-05 → 1998-06742026-10-12
1991cavalier-1991-starter-flywheelStarter and flywheel failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM31997-09 → 1999-09742026-10-12
1991cavalier-1991-driver-seat-failureDriver seat frame, mount or seatback failureSEATS61996-03 → 1997-10742026-10-12
1991cavalier-1991-wiring-engine-fireWiring harness short circuit and engine compartment fireELECTRICAL SYSTEM51995-01 → 1998-08742026-10-12
1990cavalier-1990-wiper-failureWindshield wiper malfunctionVISIBILITY51995-01 → 1999-01632026-10-12
1990cavalier-1990-seat-belt-defectsSeat belt retraction and frayingSEAT BELTS41995-02 → 2001-04632026-10-12
1990cavalier-1990-underhood-electrical-fireUnderhood electrical fireELECTRICAL SYSTEM91995-03 → 2002-01632026-10-12
1990cavalier-1990-steering-column-smokeSmoke from steering column and switchesSTEERING61995-01 → 2002-03632026-10-12
1990cavalier-1990-engine-stallEngine shutting off while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM31996-03 → 2002-04632026-10-12

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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Chevrolet Cavalier [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet/cavalier
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_chevrolet_cavalier_2026,
  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Chevrolet Cavalier},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet/cavalier}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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