1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Structureframe And Members Problems
7 NHTSA complaints on file
Structureframe And Members Issues in the 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
7 structureframe and members complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Crashes
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Fires
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Injuries
0
Deaths
All Structureframe And Members Complaints
TOOK VEHICLE FOR STATE INSPECTION. VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION DUE TO FRAME BEING RUSTED. MECHANIC/INSPECTOR STATES THAT THIS IS VERY COMMON ON THE 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. THERE ARE MFG. FRAME HOLES THAT THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTING NEAR THE REAR WHEELS. SUGGESTED THAT COULD HAVE A BODY SHOP WELD PLATES OVER THE MFG HOLES IN THE FRAME. *JS
NO EVENTS EXCEPT THE SUB FRAME JUST SPLIT IN HALF ,CAUSING THE VEHICLE HAS VERY LITTLE CONTROL AND PULLS ERRATICALLY FROM ONE WAY TO ANOTHER, HAD TO REPLACE THE SUB FRAME. *TR
CHEVY CAVALIER RUSTED SUB FRAMES. CAR VIBRATES WILDLY AT A CERTAIN SPEEDS. CAR WAS PARKED. WAS TOLD VEHICLE WARRANTY HAD ALREADY EXPIRED AND THERE HAD BEEN NO OTHER CALLS RELATED TO THIS. WAS TOLD BY GM SERVICE DEPARTMENT CAR (IF DRIVEN) SHOULD BE DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY (NO BUMPS, POTHOLES, LONG DISTANCE TRIPS) RECOMMENDED WE DON'T DRIVE. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO VIBRATE. ALSO WHEN STRIKING A SMALL BUMP ON THE ROAD WAY, THE VEHICLE WILL FISH TAIL. DURING THE INSTALLATION OF NEW TIRES, SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLES SUB FRAME HAD CORROSION. IT COST $3500.00 TO REPAIR THE FRAME. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 172000.
I WAS STOPPED AT RED LIGHT AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I TOOK OFF AND FELT A PULL TO THE PASSENGER SIDE. I HAD MY BROTHER IN LAW CHECK IT OUT AND THE SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED. WE REPLACED IT BUT FEEL THIS NEEDED TO BE BROUGHT TO YOUR ATTENTION. *TR
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WILTON MOTORS (CT) HAS HAD IT FOR 2 WEEKS WITHOUT REPAIR!
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WHENEVER IT RAINS PASSENGER'S SIDE COMPARTMENT FILLS UP WITH WATER. DEALER CANNOT FIND THE CAUSE. *AK
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Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
34 complaints
Steeringrack And Pinion
31 complaints
Air Bagsfrontal
22 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
20 complaints
Electrical Systemignition
14 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
14 complaints
Air Bags
12 complaints
Electrical System
12 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
12 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control
11 complaints
Steering
10 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
7 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
7 complaints
Structurebodydoor
7 complaints
Structurebodytrunk Lid
7 complaints
Unknown Or Other
7 complaints
Visibilitywindshield
7 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
6 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
6 complaints
Suspensionfront
6 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
5 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
5 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
5 complaints
Seats
5 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
5 complaints
Structurebody
5 complaints
Electrical Systemhorn
4 complaints
Electrical Systemwiring
4 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
4 complaints
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
4 complaints
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
4 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlights
4 complaints
Power Trainclutch Assembly
4 complaints
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
4 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
4 complaints
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
4 complaints
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
3 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
3 complaints
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
3 complaints
Fuel System Other
3 complaints
Fuelpropulsion System
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
3 complaints
Power Train
3 complaints
Power Trainmanual Transmission
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
3 complaints
Steeringcolumn
3 complaints
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
3 complaints
Structurebodyroof And Pillars
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Tires
3 complaints
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
3 complaints
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
3 complaints
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
2 complaints
Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk
2 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
2 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
2 complaints
Parking Brakeconventional
2 complaints
Seat Beltsfront
2 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
2 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
2 complaints
Service Brakes
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
2 complaints
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
2 complaints
Structure
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
2 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
2 complaints
Air Bagssidewindow
1 complaint
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
1 complaint
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
1 complaint
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
1 complaint
Engine
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
1 complaint
Equipment
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasoline
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherfuel Injection System
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
1 complaint
Interior Lighting
1 complaint
Latcheslockslinkages
1 complaint
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
1 complaint
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
1 complaint
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
1 complaint
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
1 complaint
Seat Belts
1 complaint
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airantilock
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdrumshoeslinings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
1 complaint
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
1 complaint
Steeringgear Boxshaft Pitman
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
1 complaint
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
1 complaint
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
1 complaint
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
1 complaint
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
1 complaint
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
1 complaint
Wheels
1 complaint