After relay switch was installed for recall o2v070000 started having lots of problems with vehicle, such as battery failure, etc.dealer contacted.
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier electrical complaints
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Vehicle caught on fire due to ignition switch failure. Steering wheel/dashboard caught on fire . Contacted dealer ,and dealer was not willing to do anything.
Consumer took vehicle in for recall 02v07, however was charged 800 dollars for a new battery, consumer states that this seems awfully high. *slc the vehicle stalled due to a minor engine problem. The valve cover gasket and the arching spark plugs were replaced.
Have put 3 alternators on this car, even when under warranty before 12,000 miles (approximately). Brakes have been replaced at least 3 times. Now, the brakes have failed completely and the ABS light came on. Dealer says no recalls, except for the ignition system. Scheduled that for repair 7/23/02. Seat belt plastic covers snapped off (belt loose on one and hit by car door when shutting it. The other one just popped off. Belt continues to slip off engine, causes stalling even if driving 55 MPH. Now brakes intermittently failing. Left front brake continues to have brake dust accumulate on wheel cover. Car has 110,000 miles on it (engine repaired last year). Car is also overheating; has had tstat replaced, radiator fluid. What else could cause this, I don't know.
Since recall 02v070000 repairs on ignition switch were done vehicle would not start intermittently. Dealer has repairedvehicle a second time, and charged the consumer for the work.please provide further information.
A fire started in the steering column within 15 minutes after trying to get vehicle to start. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Parts recall 02v070000 have not been available for 2 months, and consumer was suppose to be notified of parts delivery,but dealership never called.
Consumer was told that parts for recall o2v070000 concerning ignition switch failure would not be available until june, almost the end of june and not parts available yet.
Vehicle fire was caused by a short in ignition switch.
Consumer states one week prior to receiving recall 02v07, the ignition switch failed and it was replaced, consumer is being denied reimbursement due to having the part replaced before the recall was effective.
After receiving the notice in the mail concerning the recall I contacted my dealer andean chevrolet, only to be told that the replacement parts were on "national back order" and to not even bring in my car that there was nothing that they or anyone else could do. I then asked what should happen if I'm driving down the road and my car should really start on fire. The reply I received was "that very rarely happens, and to call back in 3-4 weeks." two days later I started having trouble starting my car. When I tried starting it and it didn't I continued to try to start it finally only to end up getting a machanics help. This continued for several days and even being stranded in a very secluuded area because of this ignition problem. I even ended up replacing the battery due to trying to start the car. Missing work and being late resulting in loosing the placement. |what do I do about this and whom do I hold responsible for other situations resulting in this recall that unable to be fixed at this time?
Consumer states vehicle fails to start. Consumer is aware of recall 02v070000 relating to no start condition. However, dealer cannot perform recall repairs due to lack of parts. Consumer is concerned that vehicle may catch fire.
I have had a total of 5 starters on my car within 2 years. I know this is just crazy because I don't know of anybody's car that has went through that many in 2 years. Now that I have that problem solved I have to deal with this recall.
I have been having a problem starting my car for some time now. Sometimes when you try to start it the first couple of times it just clicks. Then it will start up. It wasn't until april 15th that the car just finally decided not to run anymore. They are telling me that the part for my car that involves the recall will not be in until july. I want to know what I am supposed to do in the mean time. They are not offering a rental car. I have already lost time off of work because of this whole mess. I feel that I have paid my car off and general motors should at least give a little. Considering I have had nothing but problems out of my car since six months after I bought it brand new. General motors is ruining their name and reputation because I will not own another chevy vehicle after this one. I loved my car when I first got it but it has been nothing but problems for me. You know they are not even offering to pay for my car to be towed. This recall is not the consumers fault so we should not have to pay for it to be towed in when it breaks down from general motors recalls. *lt.
The consumer received a recall notice 02v07) regarding a possible fire in the steering column. The dealer stated that parts would not be available until may 2002.
Consumer states when the vehicle was started and turned off by the ignition vehicle kept running. The dealer will inspect the vehicle. The vehicle is included under the recall 02v070000. Nlm
Had received recall notice 02v070000. Contacted dealer for appointment. Took vehicle on appointed date. Was informed by mechanic no parts were available. Gave no indication of time frame for parts.
Received recall letter 02v070000 on 01/v/070/000. Parts are not available, and there is concern of a fire that may start as a result. Please provide any further information.
Key was place inside of ignition and vehicle wouldn't turn on. Dealership wa saware of problem.
While attendant was servicing vehicle he placed key inside of ignition, and vehicle wouldn't turn over. Ignition switch started smoking , and vehicle caught on fire.
While backing up consumer noticed smoke coming from ignition switch. Then, flames. He shut off engine, and fire went out. Consumer called chevrolet customer service about the recall on ignition, it has not been determined if this vehicle was affected by recall.
Ignition switch failure.
While placing key inside of the ignition vehicle will not turn on at all.
I am worried about the recent recall on my 97 chevrolet. I currently have the defect and the car can catch fire at any time. The problem is recall april 2002. My car is having the problem described in this recall notice. Ie, when key is turned, there is a clicking noise, engine does not turn over. Car at the dealership. Relay repair kit not due to dealer until may 2002. My car has the defect and I am afraid to drive it until may.
I wish I knew about your web site sooner because of all the problems ive encountered with gm. In june of 2001, my 1997 chevrolet, cavalier caught on fire while parked and not running. The fire dept. Arson investigator said it was caused by an electrical short in the steering column area. I spoke to several representatives at gm and finaly received a letter in the mail which states that " general motors is unable to assume responsibility for any damages." "investigation revealed no evidence to support the product allegation". This incident has actually hurt my family financially and emotionally. My daughter thinks that we need to keep trading in cars before they blow up. My credit report has a bad mark on it because I had to buy another car and coulnt afford to pay off the rest of the loan.. Chevrolet would do nothing to assist or answer my questions. By the way my chevrolet product allegation number is c 04792963.
Consumer turned vehicle on and nothing happened. She did this 3 times. Also, after taking automobile to mechanic, she was told by mechanic that he could not find anything wrong with it.
I got the letter about the recall of the ignition starter switch that might cause a fire. On saturday, that is exactly what happened. I had the car repaired, but didn't know until monday when I got the letter from gm. I am very upset that they told me to wait until july for them to get the repair kit. In other words... I have to drive around for 3 months worrying about my safety and where I might break down. My wife and I were planning on driving to florida for 2 weeks and now I might have to cancell. I think they should compensate me with a rented car until they fix mine. It's like telling me that I have an oven that might go on fire if I use it for the next 3 months. I wouldn't use the oven so why would I use my car. It is unsafe. What happens if it does catch fire or cause a fire to surrounding objects. How safe can it be to drive around with a car that might catch fire???? Hep me!
When turning ignition vehicle would not start. Consumer thought battery was weak. Consumer felt there was a problem with battery, it was heating up ignition, and could cause a fire.
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My horn does not operate at all times. Also, a friend recently rented a 2001 or 2002 chevrolet malibu and the same thing happened. Has this been an issue with other chevrolets? Definitely could be a safety hazard!!
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