2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Chevrolet Cavalier 2001

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 12 repairs.
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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan

115-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Cavalier in Minnesota, United States
Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Feb 2018

50000 mi

US $150
starter not fully engaging causing grinding and binding sometimes. Replaced starter. Bendix drive not engaging drive gear completely. 
Chevrolet Cavalier in Ohio, United States
Jun 2013 - Dec 2015
Nov 2013

57000 mi

US $7
Muffler strap rusted out (thanks, Ohio winters!). Got a new one for $7 from an auto parts store, struggled to get the old one off myself, then remembered WD-40 exists for a reason. 
Nov 2014

62900 mi
Muffler replaced due to rust. Coolant temperature sensor broken by mechanic during oil change - replaced free of charge. Mechanic said it looked like it needed to be replaced soon anyway. 
Dec 2015

69000 mi

US $1350
Rear brake lines blew out from rust while on a highway exit. Fortunately it was late and enough pressure remained for front brakes to be fully functional. Was told by mechanic front subframe is dangerously rusted and shouldn't be trusted on potholed streets. Replacement would be at least $1,000, more if other rust problems found. Gave up on it, will sell on Craigslist for parts/repair. 
Chevrolet Cavalier in Utah, United States
Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
Jan 2015

161000 mi

US $350
replaced passenger CV axel replaced throttle sensor 
Chevrolet Cavalier in Florida, United States
Jul 2014 - Jan 2015
Jul 2014

145000 mi

US $500
The engine temperature gauge was going into the red, so we took it into the local shop we always use. They diagnosed that the radiator was clogged with an unknown substance. They replaced with new radiator and hoses. This fixed the issue. 

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Cavalier in Michigan, United States
Jun 2011 - Dec 2013
Feb 2011

150000 mi

US $50
Rewired acc wire harness in engine bay. Two splices corroded in between the ground for the headlights. I required the entire harness for good measure. Delphi mexican manufacturing FTL. 

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe

115-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Chevrolet Cavalier in Maine, United States
Oct 2013 - Aug 2014
Jul 2014

126000 mi

US $13
I took my vehicle in for an annual inspection and a large and significant rust hole was discovered in the frame. 

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe

115-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Cavalier in Ohio, United States
Oct 2015 - May 2016
Nov 2015

67300 mi

US $133
Fuel pressure regulator. Had been having trouble starting. 

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