Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet cavalier. The contact stated that the interior lights would sporadically illuminate. The failure occurred numerous times over the course of sixteen years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis numerous times but the contact was told that there were no failures discovered. The contact eventually removed the interior light fuse to stop the failure. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 98v027000 (interior lighting) but was told that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact also stated that the catalytic converter was replaced six times. The vehicle was not repaired for the interior lighting failure. The failure mileage was 11,000 and the current mileage was 233,163.
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier lights problems
29 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 128,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 29
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 128,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Headlights5
- Hazard flashing warning lights: unit2
- Hazard flashing warning lights2
- Brake lights: switch2
- Brake lights2
- Turn signal: switch1
- Turn signal1
- Tail lights1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Cavalier lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Interior lighting
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with the potential for the interior lamps to come on unexpectedly while the vehicles are being driven. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 101, "controls and displays."
- Risk
- The interior lamps coming on unexpectedly could startle a driver causing a momentary loss of control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will run a diagnostic test on the lamp control module and, if necessary, replace it.
Recall number 98V027000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights
- What is wrong
- The front and/or rear hazard warning lamps (four-way flashers) do not flash when the hazard switch is activated. This fails to comply with fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- If these lamps were not flashing, other vehicles would not be aware that this vehicle was stopped increasing the risk of an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers or vehicle owners will inspect for proper function of the hazard warning lamps. If necessary, dealers will replace the hazard lamp switch.
Recall number 96V250000 · Recall details
What 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Yes car will turn over but won't start it does this at time or u can press the gas to try and start interior light don't work.
Interior lamps coming on unexpectedly and/or stay on after car is turned off. I purchased this car when it was two years old. I took the car back several times complaining about this problem. They could not repair the problem. I finally got tired of complaining and I removed the fuse - so that the light would remain off (of course this is also a fuse to several other items within the car). But, it was they only way I could resolve this problem myself.
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet cavalier. The rear hazard warning lights would not flash when the switch was activated. The dealer stated that the hazard lamp switch failed. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number (exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights). The contact stated that the interior lights illuminated without warning. The dealer stated that the lamp control module failed. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number (interior lighting). The current and failure mileages were 75,000.
Dt*: the contact stated there were the federal safety agency recalls campaign 98v027000 regarding the interior lighting and 98v319000 regarding the rear suspension. The vehicle had the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it was not included in the recall due to the VIN. There was a loss of the interior lighting, and an intermittent clanking noise coming from the rear suspension.
Dt: the contact stated the headlights glowed an orange/yellow color. The dealership replaced the sockets and bulbs, but this has not solved the problem. The dealership stated there was no problem with the vehicle. The contact insisted this impaired his vision and he could not see three feet in front of the vehicle.
Head lamp wiring harness was corroded. As a result, the high and low beams malfunctioned.
Rear tail/brake light sockets failed, causing rear brake lights and turn signal indicators to malfunction. Upon inspection, I found bad electrical corrosion inside the bulb sockets, preventing a proper electrical contact. I was able to fix the left side by cleaning the electrical contacts, while the right side is unrepairable. Malfunction of both rear brake/turn signals is a major safety hazard.
Device for lights, highbeams, cruise control and blinkers works on and off then stops working completely for no reason. Even if you do not drive you car and night or use all those functions on a regular basis.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier lights
Does the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier have lights problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the lights of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 128,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier lights?
Yes, 2 recalls: 98V027000, 96V250000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Cavalier have the most lights problems?
The Chevrolet Cavalier model years with the most lights complaints are 2003 (57 complaints), 1996 (29 complaints) and 2000 (19 complaints).
Other 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
Engine 118Electrical 100Airbags 73Brakes 60Transmission 54Steering 49Suspension 27Visibility 27Seat belts 21Fuel system 18Acceleration 14Body 13Seats 12Locks 7Tires 7Wheels 4Driver assistance 2
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