1997 Chevrolet Cavalier suspension problems
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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”
filed Oct 28, 2003
“There is a clunking noise in the steering wheel and front left wheel when maneuvering a turn. Also my water pump has had to be replaced twice in the past year. My final complaint is that when I try and start my vehicle it doesn't always start when holding it in the start position. *jb”
filed Jun 12, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Cavalier years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Cavalier | 2 | 1% |
| 2004 Cavalier | 6 | 2% |
| 2003 Cavalier | 22 | 3% |
| 2002 Cavalier | 10 | 5% |
| 2001 Cavalier | 15 | 6% |
| 2000 Cavalier | 21 | 7% |
| 1999 Cavalier | 11 | 5% |
| 1998 Cavalier | 11 | 3% |
| 1996 Cavalier | 27 | 5% |
| 1995 Cavalier | 13 | 5% |
| 1994 Cavalier | 8 | 4% |
| 1993 Cavalier | 5 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.