1995 Chevrolet Cavalier engine problems

Filed Oct 31, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 48,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet cavalier. When the vehicle was started, the battery light illuminated on the instrument panel. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Later that day, the contact drove to the dealer and they stated that the thermostat was defective. The mechanic claimed that the vehicle was repaired, but immediately following, the battery light illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the battery was defective and made the replacement. The following day, the contact returned to the dealer due to the same failure, but they could not determine the cause. The vehicle has not been repaired since the most recent failure. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was 50,000 and failure mileage was 48,000.

Filed Apr 7, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet cavalier. While turning the vehicle at various speeds, the ignition and engine completely failed. The vehicle takes several minutes before it can be restarted. The contact called the dealer and they stated that the vehicle was not under a recall. The current mileage was 78,340 and failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2007 · Body, Brakes · 72,012 miles · PA

I bought a 1995 chevrolet cavalier new, in july 1995. I had the following major repairs done on the car. On 8/97 -entire exhaust from converter back bad baffled under warranty. On 10/97-serpentine belt/rotors/alternator & recall on hazard lights under warranty. 4/00-head gasket,seal,oil,filter,coolant;recall on cover,shield,retainer,sealant (dealer covered costs under a special policy adjustment. 4/00-egr valve 10/00-adjust serpentine belt;replace serpentine belt 10/01-replace back brake pads,clean front pads 05/02-replace fan belt & tensioner;recall on ignition switch 06/02-broken forward clutch housing,clutch,gaskets,fluid,left front axle assembly 07/02-replace battery,bad cell due to car sitting for so long during previous repair 12/03-water pump, head gasket, thermostat,oil,filter,coolant $461.79-50% of bill reimbursed by chevrolet upon written request 07/03-rear brakes; 08/04-resistor (blower motor, 09/04-alternator 07/05-front rotors & pads; 06/06-rear brake line 06/07-won't pass state inspection-frame rusting out. Rear bumper support frame must be replaced to pass inspection, more frame repair will likely be needed for next inspection;head gasket is starting to seep again third head gasket. I contacted chevrolet twice by their e-mail site in the past 2 weeks and have had no response. Site claims response will be within 48 hours. I asked for repair costs for rear frame support, head gasket or a voucher for credit toward a new/newer vehicle. Pointed out the problem of the third head gasket, that frame rusted on a car only 12 years old that just last month turned 72,000 miles. Also, pointed out that when I bought the car the dealer recommended a protective undercounts which I agreed to. When I read the owner's manual it stated not apply

Filed Jun 7, 2006 · Engine · DC

Consumer requested recall information on a 1995 chevrolet cavalier. *kb. Nar no address provided. The consumer had valve work done on the vehicle. The consumer believes the manufacturer should be responsible for this repair.

Filed Apr 17, 2006 · Engine · 149,000 miles · FL

Massive leaks of coolant due to faulty gasket check engine light remains constant running through a bottle of antifreeze a day b/c of said leak.

Filed Jan 13, 2006 · Engine · OH · fire

1995 chevrolet cavalier lost power, when coming to a stop. Vehicle caught on fire. *ts

Filed Feb 7, 2005 · Engine · CT

Check engine light was turning on and off intermittently, informing the owner that vehicle needed coolant. Taken vehicle to dealer for repairs and results showed that the vehicle needed a new head gasket. Then, vehicle experienced the same problem twice within the last few months.

Filed May 7, 2004 · Engine · 82,500 miles · OH

In january 2004 the check coolant guage would light intermittently, then on a daily basis, and vehicle was taken to mechanic for inspection. Mechanic had found that there was coolant leakage from the radiator and had advised that the cylinder head gasket be replaced.

Filed Aug 4, 2003 · Engine · 60,000 miles · NY

As described in prior defect reports, e.g. 98054a, my cavalier has a leaking head gasket. However, since it was discovered after the warranty expired, the dealer & mfr have refused to repair it. I'm faced with a hefty repair bill for a known mfr's defect.

Filed Jul 7, 2003 · Engine · CT

Consumer states they still having the same problems after the recall on head gasket has been perform on vehicle. Recall number unknown. Kyle chevrolet 860‑872‑6530.