CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 345 complaints with NHTSA, including 36 crashes, 10 fires, 33 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (76 reports).
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls
Most common 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
Problem areas named in the 345 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 76 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 61 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 57 |
| Steering | 57 |
| Air Bags | 35 |
| Structure | 31 |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Visibility | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
What owners report
Transmission failed out of nowhere for no reason no check engine light yes available for inspection
THE STARTER WENT OUT THE FIRST WEEK I GOT IT DID TIRES START RUBBING THE SUCKS WENT OUT MAKING IT HARD TO DRIVE AND A SECOND TIME START RUBBING I END UP BUYING THREE TIMES CUZ THEY GOT BALL REAL FAST THE WIRING UNDER THE ENGINE RIPPED APART AND NOW IT'S THREW A ROD. *TR
THE GAS GAUGE IS GOING HAYWIRE. IT PEGS TO THE "F", AND THEN IMMEDIATELY PEGS TO THE "E", EVEN THOUGH THE TANK IS HALF FULL. THE GAUGE THEN JUMPS AROUND THE MIDDLE FORM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER SIDE. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO TELL HOW MUCH IS IN THE TANK. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO WHILE SITTING AT LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS.
"TAKATA RECALL" I HAVE TRIED TO COONTACT DEALSHIPS, AND AM BEING TOLD MY VEHICLE DOESN'T "SHOW UP"? YET MY CAR IS VERIFIED FROM WWW.NHTSA.GOV ( MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERN040002 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER04V036.
I HEARD VIBRATION BY THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL. I INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED I COULD ACTUALLY MOVE (WOBBLE) THE WHEEL, IT CAME LOOSE FROM THE FRAME ACCORDING TO 3 CAR SHOPS. I EVEN TOOK IT TO A CHEVY DEALERSHIP, IT WAS DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ALSO THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY CORRODED, THERE ARE PARTS OF THE UNIBODY FRAME THAT ARE JUST MISSING DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE REST OF THE CAR IS IN VERY GOOD SHAPE, BUT DUE TO THE FRAME ISSUE ITS NOW UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND WAY TOO EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR. ANY RECALLS ON THE 1998 CAVALIER?
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier questions
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Steering:Rack And Pinion; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Based on 345 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (76), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (61), Engine And Engine Cooling (57).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.