10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jun 151997

Cavalier

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
At random times when attempting to shift into reverse gear, you must first shift transmission through 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears, this can take up to 15 seconds, which can be very dangerous in an emergency situation.

- Cupertino, CA, USA

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problem #2

May 031998

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • miles
Vehicle has multiple problems, including hesitation, delayed "pick up" upon entering highway, and "clunking" noise while turning.

- Unknown, UN, USA

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problem #1

Dec 121996

Cavalier

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Intermittently when vehicle is still in the drive position with foot on brake, the vehicle leaps forward and shuts off and there is a loud crashing sound.. this has happened 3 times since 12/96. Vehicle will be taken to shop today.

- San Mateo , CA, USA

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