Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V070000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 07/01/1996 to 07/31/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 1589948 | 03/27/2002 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/06/2002 | 03/25/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles. if the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the start position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch. owner notification began march 27, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, buick at 1-800-521-7300, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| 98836416 | 06/01/1998 | 601912 | Conditions regarding weak or discharged battery, slow starting, gen or mil lamp on, various driveability symptoms. *yc | 08/28/1998 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||||
| 010849009 | 06/01/2001 | 622716 | Subject regarding revised instrument panel cluster (ipc) replacement. nlm | 10/22/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE02001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/03/2002 | 03/15/2002 | FIRE IN STEERING COLUMN AREA | 02V070000 | |
| Alleged electrical fires from steering column/dashboard area | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/16/2012 | 120000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet cavalier. the contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. the contact was not able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic for inspection where they stated that the vehicle had activated the anti theft mode. the cause of the failure was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 120,000. | |||
| 07/16/2012 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet cavalier. the contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. the contact was not able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic for inspection where they stated that the vehicle had activated the theft mode. the cause of the failure was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 120,000. kmj | |||
| 07/16/2012 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet cavalier. the contact stated that she went to depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. the contact stated that she was not able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic for inspection and they stated that the vehicle was in theft mode. the cause of the failure was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 120,000. ap | |||
| 03/10/2011 | 185747 | ||
| 1997 chevy cavalier steering column and dashboard caught on fire on march 10, 2011. car had no mechanical or electrical issues prior to the fire. car was in excellent working condition. car had been parked for approximately one hour after being used for a short drive. the cavalier was parked outside in front of the house no one was in the vehicle. fire department had to be called to extinguish the fire from the car. no prior knowledge of the recall for the electrical system ignition switch defect. | |||
| 01/18/2009 | 180000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet cavalier. all of the windows became fogged upon shifting the vehicle into drive moments after starting. in order to clear the windows the contact had to bang on the dashboard. the failure recurred intermittently during cold weather. the contact removed the blower motor and noticed some of the mechanisms were rusted. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. the failure mileage was 180,000 and the current mileage was 195,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 10/02/2008 | 1 | ||
| I bought this car used last year for my daughter. we have been having problems with the key to start, the key was left in the start position a few times trying to get started. we noticed a spark come from the column and nothing. i noticed that there was a recall on the ignition switch doing the same thing as i stated above. dealership will not honor recall because now they are stating the lock cylinder mechanism is broke and they cant get into the column without breaking it. this is ridiculous that now that it is failed they won't fix the car. *tr | |||
| 19 | |||
| The engine overheated, and stalled. the spark plugs melted. the technician found the head warped, causing excessive internal exhaust heat. the dealer replaced the relay switch, removed the head and resurfaced. the electric fans don't turn on. the technician found the fan relay, ect sensor, and fusible link shorted(removed replaced). the vehicle had surged and died out. the sensor connector clip broken and was replaced. the console under the radio had cracked. the vehicle wouldn't start, due to multiple dtc plugs fouled. the vacuum line had broken, and the connectors were re-pinned. the vehicle wouldn't start until the engine cooled down. the alternator was not charging and there was poor battery contact to the terminal. the alternator was replaced. between the speeds of 25-30 mph, the vehicle felt like it was going to rev up. the transmission did not shift into gear. the transmission was replaced and the cooler lines were flushed. there was noise coming from the engine and or the defective timing chain. the tensioner was replaced/resealed, the timing chain was greased, and the serpentine belt was replaced. scc | |||
| 07/14/1999 | 02/01/1998 | ||
| My horn suddenly went off and stuck for no reason when i got in my car (before i even started it). i had someone disconnect the wiring for the horn and that person told me he could smell something coming from the air bag. i brought it to the dealership where i bought it and was told that it was most likely an electrical problem and had nothing to do with the horn. i would like to know what my rights are and what i can do so this can be fixed. i do not have much money as i just became laid off so i can use any kind of help. thank you in advance for any help! | |||
| 06/07/1997 | 8 | ||
| Windshield wiper motor stopped working. this caused the wipers to stop & obstructed driver's visibility. also, the ets light stays on/cd player shorts out/driver's door locks do not release. been to dealer 7 different times. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||
| 09/01/2001 | 2 | 06/01/2097 | |
| Have put 3 alternators on this car, even when under warranty before 12,000 miles (approximately). brakes have been replaced at least 3 times. now, the brakes have failed completely and the abs light came on. dealer says no recalls, except for the ignition system. scheduled that for repair 7/23/02. seat belt plastic covers snapped off (belt loose on one and hit by car door when shutting it. the other one just popped off. belt continues to slip off engine, causes stalling even if driving 55 mph. now brakes intermittently failing. left front brake continues to have brake dust accumulate on wheel cover. car has 110,000 miles on it (engine repaired last year). car is also overheating; has had tstat replaced, radiator fluid. what else could cause this, i don't know. | |||
| 08/08/2000 | 02/01/1997 | ||
| Defect 1: abs light would come on when making a left hand turn. abs would no longer activate while light was on. defect 2: alternator--went out while driving in city traffic, rush hour. had previously asked dealer to check, but they claimed it was functioning properly. defect 3: rack and pinion steering assembly--went out shortly after alternator, while driving in the dealership parking lot. defect 4: timing chain tensioner--technician said this caused major engine damage--gears, head, etc. defect 5: horn--has worked sporadically, at best, for the last year and a half. seemed like a short. | |||
| 1 | 09/21/1997 | ||
| Alternator failed. nlm | |||
| 07/22/1999 | 1 | 08/01/1998 | |
| On july 5th of this year my car started making a strange nose when starting it. i took the car to my local chevrolet dealer so that the and let them listen to the noise and narrow down the problem as to what might be the problem. the said that it sounded like either the flywheel or the starter, i then took the car to my menachic and he told me the same thing, i was going to take the car to him as some as i could be without my car and he told me not to start the car any more that necessary. before i could find time to take the car to the shop whatever the problem was compleately failed and i had to have my car towed to the shop. this car should not have started problems because even though it has 46,000 miles the majority of those miles are highway miles which dose not require much starting of the car. i think that there is a major defect in my cars started system that should have not of occured to a car this new. when i bought this car it was mainly for the reputation of the cavalier as a relibale car that would last me for many years. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 68887 | 1 | ||
| Request for reimbursement for towing, and electrical repairs after recall. *mr ph | |||
| 07/18/2002 | |||
| After relay switch was installed for recall o2v070000 started having lots of problems with vehicle, such as battery failure, etc.dealer contacted.*ak | |||
| 06/28/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer took vehicle in for recall 02v07, however was charged 800 dollars for a new battery, consumer states that this seems awfully high. *slc the vehicle stalled due to a minor engine problem. the valve cover gasket and the arching spark plugs were replaced. *sc | |||
| 03/26/2002 | |||
| When turning ignition vehicle would not start. consumer thought battery was weak. consumer felt there was a problem with battery, it was heating up ignition, and could cause a fire.*ak | |||
| 04/07/2001 | 1 | ||
| Consumer had just gotten home and parked vehicle. 5-10 minutes later, horn was blowing. consumer looked outside front end of vehicle was on fire. dashboard and steering column were completely destroyed. chevrolet dealer said they couldn't find anything wrong. therefore, they wouldn't be liable. allstate insurance adjuster took one look,and could tell it was an electrical fire. chevrolet dealer was not responding to insurance adjuster. vehicle was under extended warranty when it caught on fire.*ak engine light illuminated, dealer had replaced the oil pump, solenoid, and exhaust however light still illuminated. battery light illuminated. windshield wiper skips and chatters across windshield, dealer replaced blade. trunk would not open from inside lever, compartment lid release broke. clicking noise was heard when turning steering wheel, dealer could not find problem. *slc | |||
| 12/21/1999 | 1 | 11/01/1996 | |
| The original delco battery leaked acid from the positive side terminal. this is a risk for a chemical burn and corrosion to the chassis. this is my third new gm car that had the original delco battery leak out the side positive terminal. i believe this is a problem with factory original delco batteries. the first time was with a 91 cadillac sedan deville, the second was with a 93 chevrolet silverado 3500 dually truck. i believe delco batteries have a serious design flaw that is ongoing. gm delco does not appear to have fixed the design flaw. these three batteries leaked when they were three years old. i sold the 91 cadillac and bought a 99 cadillac. i don't trust the battery and plan to pull the battery at 24 months before it leaks acid. i will never buy a delco replacement. i still have the cavilier battery sitting in a puddle of acid in the garage. let me know if you need a picture or if somebody needs to see it. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1998 | |||
| Battery leaked acid onto the engine compartment which could have caused a fire. also, right side mirror fell off/water pump malfunctioned, and windshield washer motor broke. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1997 | |||
| Have had many problems with car - at 20,000 - the dealer replaced the front brakes and machined rotors, after i requested they be checked due to squeaking. service covered under warranty. at 30,000 - the battery failed on car while parked. had car towed to dealership and replaced battery. dealer stated that there was a faulty battery cell. service covered under warranty. at 40,000 miles, horn has failed. currently negotiating with dealer to replace without cost. have always had abs problems - car will buck and jerk under certain wet pavement conditions when abs should not activate. concerned about this - but cannot afford cost of replacing abs. dealer has looked at brakes and said nothing about abs problems. have banging/clanging noise from right rear of car when car is cold. unsure what causes this. after reading the consumer complaints and defects on this website, believe that my car has these same defects. frightened that my car is now incredibly unreliable and may catch fire like other cars listed. suggestions? | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1997 | ||
| Battery dead. yh | |||
| 04/07/1997 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Battery died. yh | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||
| 03/01/2002 | |||
| Consumer called complaining about having problem with an electrical fire on the vehicle. also stated that vehicle was not on when this happened. dealer was contacted and call the consumer but nothing was done. ts | |||
| 09/01/1999 | |||
| If moisture gets into fuse box, windshield wipers and radio will be inoperative while in use, which may cause visual difficulty and resultin a crash. manufacturer not contacted. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 01/21/1998 | |||
| Whenever consumer has to use headlights he may experience some type of failure. consumer took vehicle in to dealer to be repaired. they fixed the headlights, but then the park lights failed, day time running lights failed and this happened in spells, one or the other. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 6 | ||
| The cylinder lock has been replaced four times. the vehicle is in the on position. the key is stuck. consumer had to let the vehicle run until it shut itself off, meaning it had to run out of gas. it will not let the consumer release the key from the ignition.*ak | |||
| 09/13/2004 | 1 | ||
| Consumer had the same problem as stated in nhtsa recall 02v07000. on certain passenger vehicles. if the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the start position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts. this recall failed. *ak | |||
| 05/06/2003 | |||
| The recall remedy for the ignition switch recall 02 v 070 000 failed. the defect occurred and almost caused an accident. *nlm | |||
| 2 | 04/01/1997 | ||
| When the brake was applied, the vehicle experienced stopping distance. *jb after the consumer received service for the ignition recall, the consumer heard a loud noise and the vehicle didn't start until three tries later. scc | |||
| 08/31/2002 | 07/01/2000 | ||
| My car was parked all day at work. after work i drove down two blocks to a store where i needed to run in to pick something up. i returned to my car 10 mins later and my car would not start. dash lights were functional, but car would not turn over. initially it sounded like it was trying to turn over but did not have enough power to do so. after attempting to start several times, it no longer made any sound when i turned the key. tried to jumpstart car, but car would not take it. checked all fuses, seemed to be fine. does not appear to be the battery, as all lights and car alarm work. this problem came without any warning signs, with the occasion of a few times in the past where the car stalled out. no warning signs/problems prior to this current problem. taking car in for a diagnostic test 09/01/02.*ak | |||
| 07/02/2002 | |||
| A fire started in the steering column within 15 minutes after trying to get vehicle to start. dealer was not notified at this time. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 04/26/2002 | 25 | 05/01/2001 | |
| After receiving the notice in the mail concerning the recall i contacted my dealer andean chevrolet, only to be told that the replacement parts were on national back order and to not even bring in my car that there was nothing that they or anyone else could do. i then asked what should happen if i'm driving down the road and my car should really start on fire. the reply i received was that very rarely happens, and to call back in 3-4 weeks. two days later i started having trouble starting my car. when i tried starting it and it didn't i continued to try to start it finally only to end up getting a machanics help. this continued for several days and even being stranded in a very secluuded area because of this ignition problem. i even ended up replacing the battery due to trying to start the car. missing work and being late resulting in loosing the placement. |what do i do about this and whom do i hold responsible for other situations resulting in this recall that unable to be fixed at this time?*ak | |||
| 04/15/2002 | 01/01/2097 | ||
| I have been having a problem starting my car for some time now. sometimes when you try to start it the first couple of times it just clicks. then it will start up. it wasn't until april 15th that the car just finally decided not to run anymore. they are telling me that the part for my car that involves the recall will not be in until july. i want to know what i am supposed to do in the mean time. they are not offering a rental car. i have already lost time off of work because of this whole mess. i feel that i have paid my car off and general motors should at least give a little. considering i have had nothing but problems out of my car since six months after i bought it brand new. general motors is ruining their name and reputation because i will not own another chevy vehicle after this one. i loved my car when i first got it but it has been nothing but problems for me. you know they are not even offering to pay for my car to be towed. this recall is not the consumers fault so we should not have to pay for it to be towed in when it breaks down from general motors recalls. *lt. *ak | |||
| Had received recall notice 02v070000. contacted dealer for appointment. took vehicle on appointed date. was informed by mechanic no parts were available. gave no indication of time frame for parts.*ak | |||
| 04/01/2002 | |||
| Received recall letter 02v070000 on 01/v/070/000. parts are not available, and there is concern of a fire that may start as a result. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 03/01/2002 | 01/01/1997 | ||
| I am worried about the recent recall on my 97 chevrolet. i currently have the defect and the car can catch fire at any time. the problem is recall april 2002. my car is having the problem described in this recall notice. ie, when key is turned, there is a clicking noise, engine does not turn over. car at the dealership. relay repair kit not due to dealer until may 2002. my car has the defect and i am afraid to drive it until may.*ak | |||
| 03/26/2002 | 0 | ||
| Consumer turned vehicle on and nothing happened. she did this 3 times. also, after taking automobile to mechanic, she was told by mechanic that he could not find anything wrong with it. *ak | |||
| 03/26/2002 | |||
| When turning ignition vehicle would not start. consumer thought battery was weak. consumer felt there was a problem with battery, it was heating up ignition, and could cause a fire.*ak | |||
| 02/01/1997 | |||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| 06/23/2000 | 25 | ||
| While driving vehicle would stall out at least 3 or 4 times a week after it had been sitting 6 hours or longer. had taken vehicle to 4 different dealerships, and each mechanic could not resolve the problem. problem was consistent.*ak | |||
| While driving vehicle completely shut down without warning, cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 07/15/2000 | 8 | 12/01/1996 | |
| I have called this morning (12/06/00) to nhtsa, you said you will send me a form to fill out. but then i got into this website. so i would like to file and document asap becasue i feel very unsafe while driving. i am sure my vehicle has a defect or problem which could cause an accident or injury or death to myself and others. the problem first appeared in early july/00: soon after starting the car, warning lights (oil pressure and charging system) lit up and the car stalled and lost power. power brake was gone, and i was heading down a steep slope! luckily i managed to stop the car without causing an accident. i can restart the car and drive on. it happened 2 times more and i took it to the dealer to check. it cannot repeat the condition, so nothing was done. for the next short while nothing like that happened, although several times 2 other warning lamps will lit up (enhanced traction system off and malfunction indicator). i called the dealer to make an appointment but the lights will go off, and i cancelled the appointment... on the night of 11/28/00, the same dangerous situation occurred again. since the dealership was not immediately available, i took it to a mechanic who ran a computer test on my car, and found taht faulty code #704 had occurred intermittently in my transmision system. but again, the mechanic cannot duplicate the condition, so cannot fix anything. i called gm's customer assistance and the dealer to see what i can do. the advice is that there is no similar incidents reported. and i just have to wait for the condition to happen again somehow. but the dilemma is that even if the stalling happens, the car can restart, then the condition will not exist and even if i bring/tow it to the dealer, they won't know what to fix!! so i have no recourse to take except to drive the car around with this danger on my mind all the time! there must be a better way to have the car fixed or the matter resolved, i would think/hope? thankyou. | |||
| 05/22/2000 | 8 | 11/01/1996 | |
| Vehicle continually stalling. several trips to dealer and the dealer has been unable to identify problem. error codes p0 171 and p0 507, repairs have been unsuccessful. *ak | |||
| 08/28/2000 | 4 | 02/01/1999 | |
| My car has not started 4 times. i keep it mantained as schedualed. i have taken it to the dealership i brought it from, but they have charged me to much money and always tell me nothing is wrong. if someone jumps my car it works fine, but i have to jumpstart it in order to get it running again. what could be wrong?*ak | |||
| 11/06/1998 | 3 | 01/01/1997 | |
| November 13, 1998 car would not start in morning. called for service, able to get car started before tow truck arrived. took car in to service department, they said they could not duplicate the problem, charged $70 and sent home. february 1999, ignition failed two mornings in a row, again problem cleared up before tow truck arrived. dealer unable to give any further explanation. february, 1999 horn ceased functioning, checked fuses all seem ok. scheduled to take car in for service in early april. *ak | |||
| 05/29/1998 | 9 | 02/01/1997 | |
| On may 29 1998 my cars ets/ engine check light came on, and i took it to a chevrolet dealer to find out what the problem was. they told me that it was the number 2 engine cylinder misfiring, and they tried to fix the problem. within the next few days i was back for the same problem. this time the called the technical assistant for help, and they did this another time as they did not fix the problem. i then move to ft. polk la. as i am in the military. on 1 jan 9, the same problem started up again. this time they did the same thing the other shop did. i have had my car in the shop for a total of 4 times that they have worked on it, replacing the cylinder cap/fuel injector and coil housing. and they talked to the technical assistantce personnel at chevrolet. the last time i had my car in the shop was 29jan 99, and they hooked a computer up to it. drove it for a week to try to creat the problem so they could take a picture of the system. but the lights never came on. so they gave me back my car with the problem still not fixed, and the chevrolet corp. won't do any thing about the problem, but continue to work on it under the warranty. i have been told that they can't fix the problem, and the technical assistants are out of suggestions. i have filed a complaint with the chevrolet corp, and feel that nothing will be done about my problem. i feel that they have had several attempts to fix the problem and can't , and they won't replace the car. *ak | |||
| 05/08/1997 | 1 | 02/14/1997 | |
| Spark splug failed causing engine problems. | |||
| 07/09/1997 | 1 | 02/14/1997 | |
| Coils in housing failed, defective control module. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER | |||
| 03/05/2007 | 75000 | 1 | |
| I have been having trouble starting my chevy cavalier. the problem is the theft system. i am a single mother and the chevy place said it would be 400 dollars to fix. i have read that alot of chevy owners have the same problem. please have this recall. i beg you thanks *tr | |||
| 02/13/2007 | 0 | 5 | 12/30/2006 |
| Sometimes i have trouble starting car. *nm | |||
| 10/09/2006 | 89000 | 10 | 08/10/2000 |
| Passlock/theftlock system enables with known key in system preventing the vehicle from starting or shutting down while driving disabling power steering and brake systems. a google search indicates this is a very common problem in all gm vehicles equipped with this system. gm's attitude is lackadaisical toward this issue at best. dealers will not disable system and after hundreds of dollars are spent on fixing the problem, it still exists. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 08/01/2000 | 3 | ||
| Consumer had a computer chip replaced 2 months ago because the vehicle would not start, dealer believes it's something electrical but is unable to find the problem and had to send a part away to be serviced. . *et | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 10/01/1996 | ||
| Horn: has never worked from the time the car was received. have had the dealer fix it 3 times but it still doesn't work. heater fan: failed during the winter of 1997. past warranty period?? have not gotten it fixed yet. engine problem: stalls intermittently while driving after the car has warmed up, especially when coming to a stop. will hesitate and jerk while driving it. have replaced: spark plug wires, plugs, fuel filter, fuel pump and have had the catalytic converter checked. problem is not resolved. unable to drive it more than 2 miles. ignition: key would not turn in ignition/ replaced by dealer x 3. | |||
| 04/07/1997 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Problem with the vehicles computer system. yh | |||
| 4 | 07/21/1997 | ||
| While driving in traffic the vehicle stall and the engine completely shuts down. dealer replaced the ignition coil module which has not corrected the problem. latest repair attempt was for a short in the pcm ignition circuit, which appears to have solved the problem. *ak *ml | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 02/22/2008 | 1 | ||
| The ignition system. *tr | |||
| 07/14/2006 | 133000 | 1 | 02/14/2005 |
| My car has recently caught fire. the fire started in the steering column. my car was a total loss. *jb | |||
| 07/29/2005 | 112000 | 2 | |
| Dt recall 00v053000 was issued concerning the fuel system. this vehicle was not included due to vin. gasoline was leaking from the return and the feed line. the return line started leaking first and then a month later, the feed line started leaking. noticed it on july 29, 2005 this is when the return metal fitting was leaking and the return started leaking on august 29, 2005. contacted the dealer, the part that has to be replaced, including the whole unit, and with labor would cost $600.00 or $700.00. also, ignition switch recall 02v070000. this vehicle failed to start. the vehicle would not turn over it completely. the dash warning lights would come on. the dealer has not looked at any of these problems. there was also a recall 98v146000 concerning air bags. vehicle's air bag light was on. did not have the dealer check this. *ak *jb | |||
| 05/11/2004 | 1 | ||
| Consumer attempted to start vehicle but it failed to do so. consumer lifted up the hood and noticed that main wire to starter caught on fire. the driver was able extinguish the fire. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the ignition switch due to a worn out relay switch. *ak | |||
| 01/01/2003 | 78633 | 1 | |
| When attempting to start vehicle ignition switch stuck. recall 02v070000 repairs were performed, but problem still recurred. also, while driving the bearing hub produced a grinding noise on the left side. the cause has yet to be determined by the mechanic. *ak | |||
| 06/09/2003 | 125000 | 50 | 06/08/2002 |
| My ignition switch recall is a problem and the recall notice says that the internal parts os the switch will melt if held too long in the start position and i have had a problem with my switch. i took it off and apart and found that the internal parts were melted as it says in the notice. my notice says that they were to test and replace the switch if necessary as well as put the addition to the circuit and i did not get a new switch please advise as what to do. all i would like is my switch replaced. i called the chevrolet 800 customer service number and i did not receive any help. thank you ted l howard 714-630-3844 *ph | |||
| 04/23/2003 | 3 | ||
| On april 23, 2003 vehicle was taken to the dealer for two recalls. the first was recall 02v070000 concerning ignition switch. the second was recall 02v286000 concerning power steering assembly. after recall repairs were done, the vehicle wouldn't start intermittently. vehicle was taken to the dealer three times, dealer did diagnostic testing and could not determine the cause of problem. the vehicle did not have these problems before the recall repairs. *ak | |||
| 03/25/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nhtsa#02-v-070-000 the recall which was performed on the vehicle regarding the ignition switch failed. *jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| The consumer received a recall notice 02v07) regarding a possible fire in the steering column. the dealer stated that parts would not be available until may 2002. *yh | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 6 | ||
| Prior to recall notification, (02v070000) consumer was having trouble with the vehicle starting, the dealer was unable to diagnosis the problem, after receiving recall notice, consumer took vehicle to the dealer and had the work performed and stated that all the work that was performed previously was recall related, consumer was informed that a claim would be submitted for reimbursement, however consumer has waited for 60 days and has not heard from manufacturer.*jb | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states vehicle fails to start. consumer is aware of recall 02v070000 relating to no start condition. however, dealer cannot perform recall repairs due to lack of parts. consumer is concerned that vehicle may catch fire. *tt | |||
| 07/06/2002 | |||
| Dealership charge for recall 02v070000 repairs after work was done. *ak | |||
| 07/24/2002 | |||
| While waiting for recall 02070000 repairs appointment date ignition switch caught on fire and damaged other components. consumer was charged.*ak | |||
| 03/13/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states one week prior to receiving recall 02v07, the ignition switch failed and it was replaced, consumer is being denied reimbursement due to having the part replaced before the recall was effective. *slc | |||
| 07/18/2002 | |||
| After relay switch was installed for recall o2v070000 started having lots of problems with vehicle, such as battery failure, etc.dealer contacted.*ak | |||
| 07/26/2002 | |||
| Vehicle caught on fire due to ignition switch failure. steering wheel/dashboard caught on fire . contacted dealer ,and dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak | |||
| Since recall 02v070000 repairs on ignition switch were done vehicle would not start intermittently. dealer has repairedvehicle a second time, and charged the consumer for the work.please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 04/02/2002 | |||
| Parts recall 02v070000 have not been available for 2 months, and consumer was suppose to be notified of parts delivery,but dealership never called.*ak | |||
| 05/02/2002 | |||
| Consumer was told that parts for recall o2v070000 concerning ignition switch failure would not be available until june, almost the end of june and not parts available yet.*ak | |||
| Vehicle fire was caused by a short in ignition switch. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states when the vehicle was started and turned off by the ignition vehicle kept running. the dealer will inspect the vehicle. the vehicle is included under the recall 02v070000. nlm | |||
| 04/10/2002 | |||
| While attendant was servicing vehicle he placed key inside of ignition, and vehicle wouldn't turn over. ignition switch started smoking , and vehicle caught on fire. *ak | |||
| 04/10/2002 | |||
| Key was place inside of ignition and vehicle wouldn't turn on. dealership wa saware of problem.*ak | |||
| 04/05/2002 | |||
| While backing up consumer noticed smoke coming from ignition switch. then, flames. he shut off engine, and fire went out. consumer called chevrolet customer service about the recall on ignition, it has not been determined if this vehicle was affected by recall. *ak | |||
| 04/05/2002 | |||
| While placing key inside of the ignition vehicle will not turn on at all. *ak | |||
| I got the letter about the recall of the ignition starter switch that might cause a fire. on saturday, that is exactly what happened. i had the car repaired, but didn't know until monday when i got the letter from gm. i am very upset that they told me to wait until july for them to get the repair kit. in other words... i have to drive around for 3 months worrying about my safety and where i might break down. my wife and i were planning on driving to florida for 2 weeks and now i might have to cancell. i think they should compensate me with a rented car until they fix mine. it's like telling me that i have an oven that might go on fire if i use it for the next 3 months. i wouldn't use the oven so why would i use my car. it is unsafe. what happens if it does catch fire or cause a fire to surrounding objects. how safe can it be to drive around with a car that might catch fire???? hep me!*ak | |||
| Ignition switch failure. *ak | |||
| 05/31/2001 | 06/01/1997 | ||
| On thursday, may 31, 2001, the vehicle ailed to start and was jump started. we then drove home (5 mins' drive away) and parked the vehcle in our carport. about 5 mins later a neighbor came to tell us that the vehicle was on fire. the fire originated in the steering wheel column (probably due to a problem with the ignition) and destroyed the ignition, wiper switch, turn signal switch and the covers. additional damage was done while trying to put out the fire. the fire brigade was called to the scene. the incident could have been much more serious if the fire had not been spotted so quickly. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1998 | 1 | ||
| Ignition switch failed. nlm | |||
| 4 | |||
| While driving the vehicle bucks at one point as if it lacks gas and it also stalls. dealer has been contacted. *ak consumer recieved recall to replaced pcm. pcm replaced 4 times however problem still exist. consumer received recall to replace the ignition switch. *tt | |||
| 05/01/1998 | 10/01/1998 | ||
| Front brake pads/rotor wore out, causing vibration when brakes are applied. also dealer replaced engine mounts/ignition switch. brake line was found rubbing against axle shaft and was fixed. in addition, front end shakes/vibrates. | |||
| 4 | |||
| Defect within ignition system is causing vehicle to become inoperative , engine will not start. dealer has replaced ignition switch 4 times, defect is still occurring. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| 2 | |||
| The starter was replaced twice. *jb | |||
| 5 | 01/01/2097 | ||
| I have had a total of 5 starters on my car within 2 years. i know this is just crazy because i don't know of anybody's car that has went through that many in 2 years. now that i have that problem solved i have to deal with this recall.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle was taken to dealer for recall repairs on the wiring harness. consumer noticed that while driving vehicle was running very rough. *ak | |||
| The wiring harness has rotted out, causing the lighting to be inoperative. the dealer has repaired the vehicle. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 06/28/2001 | 1 | 06/01/2000 | |
| I wish i knew about your web site sooner because of all the problems ive encountered with gm. in june of 2001, my 1997 chevrolet, cavalier caught on fire while parked and not running. the fire dept. arson investigator said it was caused by an electrical short in the steering column area. i spoke to several representatives at gm and finaly received a letter in the mail which states that general motors is unable to assume responsibility for any damages. investigation revealed no evidence to support the product allegation. this incident has actually hurt my family financially and emotionally. my daughter thinks that we need to keep trading in cars before they blow up. my credit report has a bad mark on it because i had to buy another car and coulnt afford to pay off the rest of the loan.. chevrolet would do nothing to assist or answer my questions. by the way my chevrolet product allegation number is c 04792963. *aik | |||
| 04/07/2001 | 1 | ||
| Consumer had just gotten home and parked vehicle. 5-10 minutes later, horn was blowing. consumer looked outside front end of vehicle was on fire. dashboard and steering column were completely destroyed. chevrolet dealer said they couldn't find anything wrong. therefore, they wouldn't be liable. allstate insurance adjuster took one look,and could tell it was an electrical fire. chevrolet dealer was not responding to insurance adjuster. vehicle was under extended warranty when it caught on fire.*ak engine light illuminated, dealer had replaced the oil pump, solenoid, and exhaust however light still illuminated. battery light illuminated. windshield wiper skips and chatters across windshield, dealer replaced blade. trunk would not open from inside lever, compartment lid release broke. clicking noise was heard when turning steering wheel, dealer could not find problem. *slc | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 07/06/2005 | 65000 | 1 | |
| Dt: the dash area of the vehicle caught on fire, it started around the ignition switch. they do have a recall not sure if it includes this vehicle. the vehicle started without the keys in the ignition after turning it off, and that was when it caught on fire. this happened on july 6, 2005. the fire department and insurance company came out and inspected vehicle. *ak | |||
| 3 | |||
| Electrical wires had blown under the dash board. consumer would like to know is it related to the electrical recall. warning lights on since purchase of vehicle. it took three trips to dealer before dealer found short under dash. a few weeks later vehicle had to be jump started. received recall notice for electrical ignition. when air conditioner was serviced, mechanic found circuits supplying power to the compressor had blown. mechanic traced wires under dash and found wires had melted and shortened out. he repaired what he could and the air conditioner was worked. however to correct the wiring problem the entire dash needed to be removed and new harness installed. consumer is concerned the electrical/ignition recall is related to electrical problems. *tt *jb *ts | |||
| 05/15/2000 | 1 | ||
| Short in the dash and unable to find. *slc | |||
| 08/18/1999 | 1 | 08/01/1998 | |
| Complete failure in control module - all indicator lights on dash on & engine races in idle as well as park - acceleration without using accelerator pedal | |||
| 07/09/1997 | 1 | 02/14/1997 | |
| Coils in housing failed, defective control module. | |||
| 08/01/1997 | |||
| The defective electrical instrument panel system malfunctioned, causing inaccurate reading of the odometer/fuel gauge, and then the engine stalled. also there is a ticking noise from the engine. dealer replaced piston rings and rods due to the manufacturer's incorrect size. dealer cannot determine problem. *ak | |||