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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier visibility problems

25 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 42,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
25
of this car's complaints
8%
typical mileage
42,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Power window devices and controls
    8
  • Glass, side/rear
    3
  • Windshield wiper/washer: motor
    1
  • Windshield wiper/washer
    1
  • Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
    1
  • Rear window wiper/washer: motor
    1
  • Rear window wiper/washer
    1
  • Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet Cavalier visibility problems in other years

1990199520002005

Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 7

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 21, 2018 · Visibility · GA

Takata recall windshield wiper linkage broken while car in motion on a rainy day and my car stalls everyday while at light even shuts off if I'm at light

Filed Aug 12, 2013 · Body, Visibility · 77,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet cavalier. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the hood failed to remain closed and struck the windshield. As a result, the windshield wipers failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2012 · Visibility · 83,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet cavalier. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side windows could only be closed partially. The rear driver and passenger windows could not be opened or closed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who located the failure at the door motor and regulator. The motors and the regulators would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 83,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

Filed Nov 11, 2011 · Electrical, Visibility · 80,000 miles · NC

The power windows don't work . The gauges don't work only gauge that's works is the tachometer from my research these are two common problems with these cavaliers the windows is more of a convenience problem but the gauges not working is a safety problem chevrolet should have to make this right.

Filed Jul 20, 2010 · Visibility · 9,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet cavalier. The contact stated that he experienced a recurring failure in which the motor in the drivers side front window stopped functioning. The failure occurred four times and each time the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the window motor was replaced. The contact stated that when the motors were replaced they were covered with rust. The failure mileage was 9,000 and the current mileage was 92,000.

Filed Jun 22, 2010 · Visibility · 42,000 miles · IN

I have a 2004 cavalier. Shortly after I bought it the drivers window stopped working. I had a warranty and replaced it. It stopped working without any warning. When I got the car back I could hear air coming through the window, but didn't see any gaps. Eventually noticed the window was off track. My guess is poor fixing by the dealership. About 2 years later (my warranty is up) the drivers window quit working again. I had to drive in the pouring rain with my window down. We have had so much rain the roads are flooding thus sending tons of water into my car by passing cars. From what I have read online this is obviously a problem for many people. Gm needs to issue a recall and fix the problem, instead of making the customers pay.

Filed Jun 7, 2010 · Visibility · 199,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet cavalier. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he heard a loud "shattering" noise. He went over and noticed that the rear window had shattered into pieces. The dealer was notified and stated that the heat must have caused the failure and since the vehicle was no longer under warranty, they could offer no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were approximately 199,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2009 · Visibility · 49,000 miles · TX

Power window does not work.

Filed Mar 30, 2009 · Fuel system, Visibility · 78,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet cavalier. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stopped in the middle of the interstate without warning. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the fuel pump failed. The dealer was not notified. In addition, the contact heard a tapping nose in the heater and the cd player does not work. There were also two motor swtices repaired in the windows. The vehicle is currently being repaired at the contact's expense. The failure and current mileages were 78,000.

Filed Nov 18, 2008 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 51,862 miles · OH

I have a 2004 chevy cavalier ls sport. Well lets first start off with my drivers side window motor. It went out about a year and half ago and we fixed it this summer. Apparently it is a huge problem but of course no recall on it so paid almost 300 dollars myself to fix it. Then after that when I would start my car and put it into drive, the car would sputter and the ABS and trac off lights would come on. Next about 5 months ago I noticed that my gas gauge was fluctuating a little. Didn't give it much thought but then 2 months ago my temp gauge was going haywire. Called the dealer and they said that there was no recall and we would have to pay to have it fixed. Well we all know money is tight so I have left it. Low and behold late last week, the MPH gauge said I was going 100 MPH in a 35 zone. I had to take a double look. Dealer again says no recalls. After speaking to a friend, he said that his truck did the same thing along with another co-workers truck (gm trucks) and that they took it in because it had a recall on the "instrument cluster" and there was no charge. How come cavaliers are having the problem and nothing, but there trucks have it and there is a recall. I cant tell how fast I am going. Now I am probably going to have to just go with the flow of traffic since I cant afford to fix it. Come on gm own up to all of your mistakes please..........there are tons of logged complaints on here about it, obviously it is a real problem gm. This is why we are going foreign with our cars now.

Questions about the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier visibility

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 42,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier visibility?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Cavalier have the most visibility problems?

The Chevrolet Cavalier model years with the most visibility complaints are 1997 (40 complaints), 2003 (38 complaints) and 1995 (32 complaints).

Other 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier problems

Electrical 185Acceleration 27Transmission 23Engine 22Steering 16Airbags 15Fuel system 15Brakes 14Body 13Lights 9Seats 8Seat belts 6Suspension 6Locks 4Tires 4Wheels 4Driver assistance 2

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