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4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,301 miles

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier miscellaneous problems

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Comments

problem #7

Aug 262014

Cavalier

  • 156,081 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Key comes out if the ignition while car is running/ in run position

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #6

Jun 152003

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • 23 miles
05-17/01 replace left front strut & bearing sublet: Install new clips 12-26-01 replace surge tank cap 01-28-02 replace wire ends at evap canister vent switch 12-06-02 replaced left rear wheel hub replaced evap core and evac 04-03-03 replaced 2 sensors 06-05-03 air quit - got estimate to replace suction line & shaft seal for air conditioner 06-09-03 cruise control quit coolant light came on twice while driving - haven't gotten estimate on yet

- Alliance, OH, USA

problem #5

Feb 012002

Cavalier 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Whirring noise coming from the right side of the car( approx.the rear) at driving speed of 65-70 mph. Have replaced right rear wheel bearings(still noisy). Also replaced factory mounted tires.(still noisy). What else could it be?bought car in Jan.2002 with 23800 miles. Starting reporting problem within 1-2 mos later

- Crestview, FL, USA

problem #4

Jul 122002

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The check engine light illuminates on and off after the vehicle has been shut off. Consumer has been informed this is normal operation for this vehicle.

- Garfield Hts, OH, USA

problem #3

Jun 262002

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • miles
While in motion, vehicles dashboard lights illuminated causing the radio to lock. Dealer claims they could not find anything wrong with the vehicle.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

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problem #2

Mar 012001

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Windshield fogs up. Factory representative stated plastic used for dashboard gives off fumes that cause the fogging. Only remedy offered by dealer is for consumer to purchase a special cleaner. Please provide additional information.

- St. James, MO, USA

problem #1

Apr 012001

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission is sliping and it's kind of burning. Thsi has happened 11 times. Contacted dealer, and dealer said that engine check light needed to come on before they will do anything.

- Chicago, IL, USA

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