When attempting to start vehicle ignition switch stuck. Recall 02v070000 repairs were performed, but problem still recurred. Also, while driving the bearing hub produced a grinding noise on the left side. The cause has yet to be determined by the mechanic.
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier suspension problems
27 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 27
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Rear7
- Front6
- Front: macpherson strut2
- Rear: shock absorber1
- Front: wheel bearing1
- Front: springs: torsion bar1
- Front: hub1
- Front: control arm: upper ball joint1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Cavalier suspension problems in other years
Related recalls
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. One of the rear suspension trailing arm bolts can fatigue and break.
- Risk
- If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear suspension trailing arm fasteners.
Recall number 98V319000 · Recall details
What 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
There is a clunking noise in the steering wheel and front left wheel when maneuvering a turn. Also my water pump has had to be replaced twice in the past year. My final complaint is that when I try and start my vehicle it doesn't always start when holding it in the start position.
After the recall was repaired the consumer began to experience more problems with the vehicles front end. *nlm.
The consumer was informed the ball bearing was broke.
Consumer called complaining about having problem with front suspension (rack and pinion , shock absorber and brakes). Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ph
Highly unusual repair for 'newer' vehicle-1997 80,000-& unusual that both front right/front left wheel bearings needed complete replacement. Improper installation was suggested as reason for part failure so soon. Please review manufacturer's installation.
When making a left turn vehicle will pull strongly to right, also hard to make a right hand turn, consumer was informed by mechanic, that rack and pinion needed to be replaced.*ak
I was involed in a 3 car crash. One of the cars hit a vehicle broadside and then bounced off her and hit the rear left panel and bumper of my car. I took it in to get it fixed because after the accident I experienced a loud noise from the back and vibrations when I travel more than 50 MPH. The dealer called me and told me that he had fixed the body damage but noticed my rear axle was bent. He was waiting on aaa to call to ok it getting fixed. Well, they never stopped by to take a look at it becuase looking at the body damage they said there was no way it could have casued a bent rear axle. He said they only way I could have gotten a bent axle was from a direct hit to the tire or gone off the road. The man driving hit me at least 35 MPH right there at my tire but from the looks of it I can't tell if he hit the tire. The ins guy said that the problem was probably there before the accident and I just didn't notice it. What ever! My alignment was just fine and the wear on my tires was from normal wear before the accident. The way it vibrates doesn't "just happen". I am sure he is trying to insinuate that I had something to do with it. Please check to see if there are problems with rear, side crashes. Is there a possibility cavaliers don't withstand well collisions from the rear and side. The insurance co is declining to pay this problem and is telling me to make out another claim for the bent rear axle. That is stupid. I never had this problem till after the accident.
When starting vehicle a strong odor enters passenger's compartment, following extreme vibration in the front end, cause unknown. Dealer can not identify the problem. Please give any further details.
When driving 80-85 MPH vehicle suddenly drifted to left, consumer lost control of vehicle, causing vehicle to flip and roll over four times, resulting in injuries to driver side occupant, and killing the passenger's side occupant.
Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier suspension
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the suspension of the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier suspension problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V319000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Cavalier have bad suspension?
The Chevrolet Cavalier model years with the most suspension complaints are 1996 (27 complaints), 1997 (27 complaints) and 2003 (22 complaints).
Other 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
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