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1994 Chevrolet Cavalier brakes problems

65 complaints (31% of all complaints for this car). 18 crashes reported.

owner complaints
65
of this car's complaints
31%
crashes
18
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    43
  • Foundation components
    9
  • Foundation components: disc: rotor
    6
  • Foundation components: disc
    4
  • Foundation components: disc: pads
    3
  • Foundation components: drum
    2
  • Power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
    1
  • Disc: rotor
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Cavalier brakes problems in other years

1990199520002005

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 32Brake failure 8

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 24, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · AR

I have to buy new tires every 2 week and for some reason no one can tell me whats wrong with my car

Filed Jan 13, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · IL

The day the vehicle was delivered to the consumer it had a flat tire. The tire was replaced but a few days later another tire went flat. *nm the brakes failed with no warning, there was an unusual noise when making turns and the stabilizer was found broke, there was another noise in the front end and the vehicle had fallen to the ground. *sc the consumer discovered there was a recall on the drive axle which may have been related to the incident he/she experienced.

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Brakes · 38,000 miles · PA

While driving ABS light lluminated. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Mar 11, 2004 · Brakes · IA

When braking there is a noise.

Filed Jan 11, 2003 · Body, Brakes · 98,200 miles · TX

This problem of the ABS system malfunctioning started a little over a year ago. I have already spent well over 800 dollars on brake work at several different brake shops. Nobody knew what the problem was until I took it to the last place. They told me it was 1300 dollar problem. I need to replace the ABS box. While driving down the highway one day in perfectly clear weather I was to force to hit my brakes and ended up spinning out of control and almost being struck by numerous cars until I finally come to a stop facing traffic. This happened while my 15 month old son was in the car with me. I have read in numerous different web sites all the complaints of the ABS system failing on 94 cavaliers. I think if anything is decided to be recalled this is definitely one of them. Not everyone has the money to just throw away on having the problem fixed. Ts

Filed May 14, 2002 · Brakes · PA

When applying brakes vehicle will not stop. Brakes locked up and vehicle shimmied. Had vehicle repaired, but problem still exists. Please add VIN.

Filed Apr 10, 2002 · Body, Brakes · WI

Consumer stated when applying the brakes, it felt like the vehicle was trying to stop on wet leaves, it was soon discovered that the brakes were installed wrong by the dealer on june 14, 2000, the dealer offered consumer a 50 percent split on the brake work, however consumer believes that the dealer should pay for the entire brake job since they installed the rear brakes on the front and vice versa.

Filed Mar 14, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · PA

Upon coming to a stop ABS brake light will illuminate, and then vehicle will completely shutdown, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 6, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Due to t defective ABS system wheels to locked up, andvehicle skid, which may have caused a crash. Dealer could not determine cause. Common problem. Please provide further information.

Filed Apr 19, 2000 · Brakes · MD · crash

I could not stop the car, and hitted the car in front of me, it was raining at the time when the accident occurred. I noticed there is a recall for gm SUV, mini van and pickup. I believe it is the same problem.

Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier brakes

Does the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 65 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, 31% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Cavalier have bad brakes?

The Chevrolet Cavalier model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (65 complaints), 1997 (64 complaints) and 1996 (60 complaints).

Other 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier problems

Engine 56Electrical 23Seat belts 22Transmission 16Visibility 16Body 13Seats 11Fuel system 8Steering 8Suspension 8Acceleration 7Lights 5Airbags 4Locks 3Tires 3

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