Consumer had questions about the vehicle starter and the use of a starter not designed for the vehicle.*mr *ts. The starter the consumer purchased from the auto store was said to be incompatible for the consumer's vehicle, however it worked fine.
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical problems
21 complaints (38% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 21
- of this car's complaints
- 38%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Wiring: front underhood8
- Ignition4
- Alternator/generator/regulator4
- Ignition: module2
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
- Starter assembly1
- Ignition: switch1
- Horn1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Cavalier electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While trying to start vehicle there was some smoke coming up from ignition switch. Contacted dealer, and they were not willing to do any work.
While traveling on highway and without prior warning smoke was coming from the steering column and vents area. Dealership was aware of problem.
Consumer was parking vehicle and noticed that smoke was coming through vents of vehicle. Vehicle was on fire. Fire department was notified.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Wiring harness under the hood failed resulting in a fire. Nlm
Has been at repair shop 1 week. Can't find problem.
Engine oil bearings/pistons failed. Also, intake manifold leak and high idle.
While driving horn pad fell out and stuck in steering wheel, froze steering wheel, causing loss of steering control, ripped off differential, speed 30 MPH, nearly caused an accident..
Electrical fire.
Questions about the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical
Does the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the electrical of the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier, 38% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Cavalier have the most electrical problems?
The Chevrolet Cavalier model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (211 complaints), 2004 (185 complaints) and 1997 (107 complaints).
Other 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
Visibility 8Engine 7Transmission 5Fuel system 4Seat belts 4Steering 4Tires 3Acceleration 2Brakes 2Lights 2Suspension 2Body 1Locks 1Seats 1Wheels 1
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