I had fuel delivery system problems several months before -- the car died on the freeway twice during heavy traffic. I took the vehicle to a chevrolet dealership to have it repaired. On june 5, 2008 the vehicle would not start. There was no warning. I had it towed to he dealership where I purchased the vehicle. The estimated cost of repairs is $600.
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier fuel system complaints
Page 9 of 14: complaints 221 to 250 of 383, newest first, as owners wrote them.
Fuel pump failure while driving on nj highway 295. Cost of repair $600.00.
I was driving home and notice that my cars was starting to slip. I,proceeded to pull over. I turned the car off then back on. It started and then stopped completely. I had the car towed to my residence. I had the car looked at and was told that I needed a new fuel pump. I was later online found this number from a bloggers website with similar cars(2003 chevy cavalier) and complaints.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet cavalier. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would immediately stall. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and they stated that the fuel pump was the cause of the failure. The contact is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The failure and current mileages were 79,712.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevy cavalier. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH the vehicle stalled as if it had ran out of gas. The contact the dealer and described the failures he was expereicning. The technician gave him a quote for the repairs. The vehicle has not been repaired as of current date. The failure mileage and current mileage was 71000. (sc) updated 06/25/08. *lj the consumer stated the problem was the fuel pump. Updated 06/25/08
Vehicle would not maintain speed in traffic and subsequently stalled. The vehicle would not start and required towing. The vehicle had a fuel pump failure and required replacement of that part. The total cost of the repair was $680.00. After some research this appears to be a serious problem with this vehicle as multiple complaints have been lodged concerning this same problem at the same approximate mileage.
When driving today at about 50 MPH, my car just stalled. I had to have it towed and the tow truck driver said to pound on the gas tank. After trying to start my car again and nothing I decided to pound on the gas tank with a rubber mallet. After doing this the car started and ran for about a minute and died again. I decided to go online and read some forums, which directed me to this site to complain about this problem. Apparently it happens often. The car is a 2003 chevrolet cavalier with about 90,000 miles
Fuel pump appears to be a problem with everyone I have talked to on 2003 chevrolet cavaliers before 100,000. I have a 2003 chevrolet cavalier now and wondered if a recall on this can be enforced. This is a very common problem with this car and year. The federal safety agency is loaded with complaints regarding this, but no recall enforced yet. Can this be done? Thank you.
I own a 2003 chevy cavalier and it has 76k miles on it and the fuel pump has went out as of this weekend, no warning at all it just would no longer start, leaving me stranded in 100 degree heat! After searching the internet I have discovered that this is a major issue with this vehicle. I have only had the car 3 years, I got it used with less than 30k on it when I bought it. I found a replacement for it but now it has to be replaced.
Fuel pump failed at 62,000 miles, maintained by new car dealer. I strongly suggest an investigation into the rate of failure of fuel pumps for this model after speaking to several mechanics at the gm service center.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet cavalier. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shut off in the middle of the road without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the fuel pump failed and made the replacement. A few days after the repair, the headlights stopped working and the electrical system was rewired. Recently, the engine failed and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact does not yet know the cause of the failure and the vehicle is still at the dealer for repair. The failure mileage was 73,000. Updated 06/16/08
2003 chevrolet cavalier 2 door coupe fuel pump stopped working.
I was on my way to work during a heavy traffic time. As I was attempting to cross 2 lanes of traffic to turn left, my car stalled while I was in the middle of the oncoming lanes. It would not start again. Luckily there was no one behind me so I was able to get out of my car and push it back to the street that I was turning from. The car would not turn over. A tow truck was called to take my car to the repair shop. After paying $570 and only 50,000 miles I had a new fuel pump put in the car.
The car just died with no warning. Had it towed to a garage. 650.00 dollars to fix the fuel pump I was told.
I was driving the car, car died, repair shop said the fuel pump was not working. Had to get it replaced. No previous issues with any mechanical parts in the car. It just happened out of the blue.
I have a 2003 chevy cavalier and my fuel pump failed at 51,200 miles. It was extremely sudden. I had to have it replaced for a total of $460.46usd. I've had the car for a little over a year now and I have driven the car respectfully. This needs to be addressed and recalled asap.
I was at a friend's house, enjoying dinner, and went to go home at night and the car would not start. It put me down. After getting a ride home, car was towed the next day, ($67.00) , brought to pep boys for analysis and was told fuel pump failure to the tune of $500.00 plus dollars. I was not only mad but broke as well. I needed my car to get to work.
The fuel pump went out of my wife's car, leaving her stranded for hours with 3 kids in the car. Please look into this problem as it seems to be a recurring incident.
On a 4 hour road trip my car stopped accelerating as I was driving down interstate 77. Therefore, I pulled off the road and came to a complete stop. I tried to restart the car after a few minutes had passed. However, it would not. After sitting on the side of the interstate for approximately 3 hours waiting for my boyfriend to drive 2 hours out of his way to come and get me and for the tow truck to tow me somewhere...we found a small shop that was approximately 5 miles away. They checked it out and said the fuel pump had gone out on it. They replaced the fuel pump and fuel filter. Parts cost 315.00 dollars, labor was 100.00, and misc. Charges and tax fees brought the grand total to 450.00 dollars. Oh and don't for the tow and the gas that my boyfriend wasted driving down to pick me up and driving me down 2 days later to pick up my car. Old parts are not available!
I filled up my gas tank and when I got home my car stalled so I called and got it checked out and it was my fuel pump so its been replaced and still have the old fuel pump.
Fuel pump went out on my 2003 chevy cavalier under 40000 miles. I hear this I s pretty common with this model so I would like a recall opened on it.
My 2003 chevrolet cavalier started to stall on the I-5 freeway in san diego california. I managed to coast to an exit ramp where my car completely stalled at the bottom of the ramp in the middle of a lane. I had to call and have my car towed to the dealership. It was the dealership that determined the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. It was replaced and has been fine since. This repair cost me approximately $800.
My fuel pump went out on my 2003 chevy cavalier. My vehicle has 61,000 miles and as I was driving up a hill it died. When I got it towed to a shop they informed me that it was my fuel pump and that it is a common problem with this vehicle. Needless to say I paid the $748.00 to replace the pump and then was informed that the wire that controls the fuel pump had to be replaced as well because it had fused to the frame.
I have a 2003 chevy cavalier. While driving the car loses power and won't start for a while. I changed the gas filter near the axle and added fuel additive in case there was water in the fuel it was fine for two weeks and then the same thing happened to my wife on the interstate. I have been reading on the internet and people are saying it is a fuel pump problem and cost around 6 to 7 hundred bucks to fix there needs to be a recall.
I was driving my car down a busy street. When I slowed down to stop at a red light, my car stalled out on me. Fortunately, I was able to restart it, but within less than 30 seconds, it stalled out again. I was fortunate enough to be able to pull into a parking lot and out of the way of other cars. However, at that point, the car would not start up again. I had to have the car towed and the fuel and air filter replaced. Beyond that, I was told the fuel gauge did not read correctly. The car ran fine after that, but a couple of weeks later the car stalled out again. I've been told I need a new fuel pump. Amazing...the car is only 5 years old!
2003 chevy cavalier suddenly loss power on major street. My daughter was driving and toddler grandson was riding in his car seat in the back seat. Thankfully no one was behind her to rear end her and she was near the police station so a police officer assisted her off of the road. The fuel pump was replaced the following day at the cost of $557.00. The vehicle only has 40k miles. I've never replaced a fuel pump on any car that I've ever owned even those that I kept long enough to have 4 times that number of miles. After researching and finding that too many owners of this make, model and year have had this problem for it to be incidental I am filing this complaint as well.
The first incident occurred while I was at highway speed using cruise control. The engine began to lope badly, the car lost velocity and slowed, then revved back up and continued on. The next time I had an issue, the car would not start. The starter would click, but there was an ignition issue. Reliable chevrolet (dallas) reported that the fuel pump had failed. They replaced it for $900 including lifetime warranty on the part, then the next week an ignition sensor failed. This was replaced free-of-charge for missing it on the diagnostic.
I own a 2003 chevy cavalier. Lately when I would be slowing down or stopping the car felt like it was going to stall. @ days ago it felt the same while I was driving. It felt like the car wouldn't accelerate when I pushed on the gas. Then it died while I was driving so I immediately pulled into a parking lot off the road. The car wanted to start but would not stay running. I had it towed to my house. The car doctor came to my house and said it is the fuel pump and needs to be replaced. Cost was $760.00.
Fuel pump went out on my wife's car while driving down the road was able to get it pushed off to the side without incident due to low traffic at the time.
Car started to lose power, but before I could safely get off the road car died.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history