10.0

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

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problem #8

Nov 012001

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Premature wear of brake pads and rotors since date of purchase. Consumer stated brake pads had to be replaced and rotors were turned, consumer has had 3 sets of brake pads on vehicle.

- St. Geneva, MO, USA

problem #7

Jul 102001

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • miles
When applying brakes the pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown.

- Stanton Island, NY, USA

problem #6

Mar 262001

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes screach and vehicle wobbles when applying brakes. Wheels feel like they are going to fall off. Brakes have been repaired twice within a few months.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #5

Nov 012000

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle is experiencing ongoing brake problems, front rotors have warped several times and have been replaced, brake pads and the caliper mounting sleeves have also been replaced, the brake light and ABS light were illuminated at the same time, dealer stated that this was due to a faulty ebcm computer module which had been bad for a while, brake problems still exists. Driver's side axle seal leaked. Consumer stated that the front end seemed loose while driving, dealer found no problems with the steering linkages. The blower control switch was replaced due to blower inoperable on high.

- Trout Lake, MI, USA

problem #4

Jul 032000

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes lock up and fail to stop the vehicle.

- Clinton, MS, USA

problem #3

May 032000

(reported on)

Cavalier

  • miles
While applying the brakes and upon making a right turn, brakes make noise. Dealer has been notified.

- Huston, GA, USA

problem #2

Dec 311998

Cavalier

  • miles
Brakes experiencing continued grinding noise four repair attempts however vehicle continues to experience grinding noise while braking. Mjs

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #1

Apr 201999

Cavalier

  • miles
Front and rear brakes worn prematurely resulting in warping causing noise. Mjs

- Chicago, IL, USA