2002 Chevrolet Cavalier: fuel pump failure

Filed Nov 30, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 165,000 miles · OH

Car would just not turn over. Can not hear fuel pump running.

Filed Sep 3, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 150,000 miles · MN

While accelerating on an on-ramp onto an interstate, I was using my multi-function device (signaling my merge into traffic, then once at 65mph setting cruise control) when the car lost power. I was able to turn the steering wheel slightly to the right before the wheel locked. I turned my emergency flashers on and coasted/braked my way to the shoulder of the road. The car was towed to a mechanic who tried to find the source of the problem. The incident was on a saturday. On monday when the shop was open for business, they tried the car and it started/ran just fine. They couldn't duplicate the problem so they charged me for the tow only. Previously, the car would fail to start. Similarly dead. I have been told it was the ignition - replaced that twice. I was told it was the fuel pump - replaced that. I was told it was the multi-function switch-replaced that three times. Winter 2013 the car started fine and then a block from home all power went out and engine failed to start up again. Towed car to electrical specialist. They ran diagnostics and found that there was a rusted out wire. Replaced the wire. It happened again six months later. They replaced another wire. I've notice the car will think a blinker is out before the whole electrical system just fails.

Filed May 8, 2011 · Electrical · 162,000 miles · 00

My 2002 cavalier had the fuel pump go. When the garage fixed it they said the cluster doesn't work. They kept trying to imply that it was already broke but it wasn't. I had 2 light bulbs gone but that's it. They replaced it and within a week the same 2 light bulbs are burnt out and the odometer numbers now flicker constantly. There must be a wiring problem. Seeing fires starting in a couple cavaliars makes me really concerned. For a few years now, the radio changes everytime I turn the car on and the light by the heater control doesn't work unless you tap on it. Somethings not right and I'm trying to find a solution. I can't afford to pay a garage to tear my car apart.

Filed May 10, 2010 · Fuel system · 68,000 miles · MI

The engine quits running while driving at highway speeds without any warning. After pulling off to the side of the road,the engine may restart immediately or after a few minutes. A technician diagnosed this as a faulty fuel pump.

Filed Aug 19, 2009 · Fuel system · 147,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet cavalier. A local mechanic advised the contact that his fuel pump failed and he was responsible for paying $500 to repair it. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 147,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2009 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · MO

My 2002 chevy looks like it needs a fuel pump. 3years ago I had this same problem and the tow said it was the fuel pump and I had the fuel filter changed now since then it ran ok. I still experienced hesitation but after hearing the complains. I want to add my concern.

Filed Jan 22, 2008 · Fuel system · 70,428 miles · FL

2002 chevrolet cavalier stalled without warning. Consumer states that the vehicle was not able to be restarted and was towed to a dealer. The dealer stated that the fuel pump had gone out.

Filed Nov 19, 2007 · Fuel system · 47,527 miles · FL

Whole vehicle filled with gas fumes. Check gauges light went on and fuel gauge failed in idle. Replaced fuel pump at dealership at a cost of 770.72.

Filed Jan 25, 2006 · Engine, Fuel system · 25,507 miles · OH

Dt*: the contact stated without warning, the vehicle looses power while driving. After a few minutes, the vehicle restarts. The vehicle is driven a short distance and it looses power again. This continues until the vehicle reaches the dealership. The dealership has replaced the fuel pump on three separate occasions. No other repairs have been attempted. Updated 02/21/06.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Fuel system · 80,500 miles · MD

My car is two and a half years old and has a lot of highway miles. I had 80,000 miles on the car (I have been able to log well over 220,000 miles on past cars over 5-6 years due to highway mileage). One night while driving home the "trac-off" light would come on and the car would occasionally lose speed. Eventually the trac off light stayed on the car began to die out along the side of the role. As a result I had my car towed in and the fuel pump was replaced. Total costs were well over $800.00. I wrote to gm but was rejected on reimbursement. The fuel pump problem seems to be a common problem as I've looked at complaints the firestone auto repair center said the design/placement of the fuel pump has caused them to burn out.

Filed Jun 17, 2005 · Visibility · KY

Purchased car in march 2003. In nov. 2003, fuel pump and head gaskets went out and needed replacing. In sept. 2004 replaced driver side window regulator. In dec. 2004 replaced both rear window regulators. Now, in june 2005, front passenger window regulator gone bad and needs replacing. Sure have put a lot of work in a car that is not very old. 4 bad window regulators is just ridiculous!!!

Filed Dec 3, 2004 · Electrical · NJ

The traction off warning light illuminated which caused the vehicle to shut down. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the fuel pump and fuel injection system but the repairs made did not correct the problem with the enhanced traction system. *bf the consumer feels that since the repairs did not correct the problem he should be reimbursed the full amount. *nm *sc