1991 Chevrolet Beretta electrical problems

Filed Jul 20, 2009 · Electrical · 148,000 miles · OH

Thought it was my alternator it checked to be good then I bought a battery then changed the fuze and the car is still dyeing the battery gage still goes all the way down then the turn signal switch that turns the turn signal off and on smoke was coming out of the steering wheel column when it was on and now the sound of the turn signal stays on when the turn signal is off and both turn signals are flashing at the same time when its in the off position no fire just smoke.

Filed Apr 16, 2000 · Body, Electrical · IL

I have also had to replace my transmission at 36021miles,window motors,power locks,alternator generator,had them replace back appliques( which still leak)drive axle shaftat32000,am now having problems with car dying because car backfires and hose blow off, need fuel injectors ,steering rack has been leaking for 3 yrs, engine seals have never stopped leaking. The car was repainted by chevrolet 8/93 at their expense because of faulty paint job...all this with a car I serviced every 2500 miles, and detailed twice a year.

Filed Oct 13, 1999 · Electrical · MI

Smoke was coming from steering column while driving on the street at 35 MPH. This could lead to a vehicle collision due to poor visibility. Dealer/manufacturer were not contacted at this time. Asking the federal safety agency to look into this matter.

Filed Oct 4, 1999 · Electrical · TN · fire

While starting vehicle caught on fire under the dashboard due to two positive wires connecting. Please give any further details.

Filed Aug 30, 1999 · Electrical, Engine · NJ

When go to start vehicle up, something within the ignition causes catalytic converter to overheat. This could cause a fire. Dealer has been contacted, the converter has been replaced once.

Filed Apr 26, 1999 · Electrical · OH

The ignition coil from the engine that goes to the driver's air bag burned, causing smoke to come from the steering column, which almost resulted in a fire.

Filed Feb 14, 1996 · Electrical · TX

While driving the vehicle the steering column smokes and the consumer can smell a very bad odor. Tt

Filed Nov 28, 1995 · Electrical · NY

Starter failed.

Filed Nov 9, 1995 · Electrical · NY

Consumer is unable to drive car at all she says car cuts off or will stall during driving ,her 5 year warranty is up the dealer won't help her. Tt consumer states stalling has continued even though warranty has expired.

Filed Jul 31, 1995 · Electrical · MI

Smoke from burning wires is emitted from steering wheel when directional signal is used.