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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.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
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Average Mileage:
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About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.

2004 Chevrolet Cavalier steering problems

steering problem

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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Comments

problem #1

Mar 252004

Cavalier 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • miles

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

While driving at 55 mph consumer found it hard to steer the vehicle. Consumer slowly drove the vehicle home checked under the hood, and found that steering fluid was covering the engine compartment. Also, the hose connecting the steering fluid pump was not connected properly. The clamp was on the hose, but not clamped onto the connector. Dealer replaced power steering pump.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

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