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CarComplaints.com Notes: Widespread instrument panel failure is a common and frustrating reality for many 2004-2005 Chevy Cavalier owners. They're often left in the dark when it comes to knowing how fast they're going, what their engine temperature is, or even how much fuel they have left in the tank.

The likely culprit is a series of bad "stepper motors" which control the gauges and are no longer covered under warranty. Think not being able to see your speed is a safety issue and should be recalled for all owners? We'd agree. Trouble is, apparently the NHTSA does not.

2.0

hardly worth mentioning
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
60,150 miles
Total Complaints:
1 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. check power steering fluid and struts at regular intervals (1 reports)
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier steering problems

steering problem

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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Comments

problem #1

Sep 042006

(reported on)

Cavalier LS 2.2L I4

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,102 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Cavalier LS tends to make a noise while reversing out of parking spaces and tight area. The more the wheel is turned, the more noise feedback I got. Power steering levels appear to be normal and the tires are in specified alignment.

- Brandon H., Atlanta, GA, US

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