2002 Chevrolet Cavalier steering problems

Filed May 6, 2021 · Fuel system, Lights · FL

Just purchased a 2002 chevy cavalier for our daughter and have been trying to find out if any of the 5 recalls were performed on this vehicle or not. The federal safety agency recall page isn't working at this time and the chevy local dealership isn't willing to help. Can someone please provide some assistance??

Filed Nov 11, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 90,000 miles · NY · crash

Driver was heading south on i684, on the exit ramp to 287 west, in heavy traffic. Vehicle suddenly appeared to shut off, making it impossible to steer and brake. Driver ran off the road and went nose first into a ditch, damaging the frame, radiator, airco and nose of vehicle. The vehicle was totaled as a result.

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 Apr 30, 2014 · Airbags, Brakes · FL · crash

I was driving on the highway and a driver traveling well under the posted speed limit cut in front of me. I stepped on the brakes and the car started sliding and when I attempted turn the wheel to avoid collision, the wheel was locked and would not turn causing me to hit the car square in the rear. Upon impact, both airbags deployed. Airbags never touched me, but the driver's side cover shattered the windshield and the passenger side cover shattered the passenger window.

Filed Aug 21, 2009 · Steering · 100,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet cavalier. While driving approximately 50 MPH on normal road conditions; the steering column and wheel exhibited severe looseness. Immediately, the vehicle speed rate was reduced and continued operation with caution. There were no prior warnings of the failures. The driver experienced extreme difficulty steering the vehicle. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction at this time. The contact had concern of the safety risk involved. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.

Filed May 15, 2007 · Steering · 72,810 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet cavalier. While driving in reverse at 15 MPH, the contact could not control the vehicle's steering wheel. The steering wheel moved from side to side. The contact was able to move it by lifting up the wheel. The dealer was notified, but only stated how much it would cost to repair the failure. The engine size and transmission type were unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 72,810.

Filed Jul 19, 2006 · Steering · 80,000 miles · KY

Two years ago my 2002 chevrolet cavalier(then two years old) had the barrel that the key goes into on the steering column break. Now, two years later it has happened again.

Filed Mar 15, 2006 · Steering · 52,000 miles · CT · fire

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH the vehicle caught on fire without warning. The fire department extinguished the fire and filed a report. Upon inspection, the fire marshal determined there was a leak in the power steering pump. The power steering fluid leaked onto the engine causing the fire. The vehicle was determined totaled by the fire marshal.

Filed Aug 19, 2005 · Steering · AZ

Dt: the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet caviler. On the steering column where the contact tilted the steering wheel there was a pin that held the steering column and this fell out, and the steering column was moving around inside the dashboard. The manufacturer stated that the part was irreplaceable. The dealership and the manufacturer did not want to fix the vehicle because it had too many miles.

Filed Feb 15, 2005 · Steering · 48,850 miles · NY

Bought vehicle at 48,048miles...2 weeks after buying vehicle, steering knuckle on drivers side was in need of repair, causing vehicle to make clicking and high pitched noise under coasting and slowing of vehicle. Dealer is replacing steering knuckle on vehicle under warrenty.