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Chevrolet Cavalier repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (1%)
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Chart based on 123 repairs.
Chevrolet Cavalier suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (5%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (43%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 115000 mi US $30 |
Replace tie rod end. Torn boots |
| 103500 mi US $290 |
Leaking power steering fluid. Replaced the power steering pump. The shop replaced the power steering pressure hose and return hose. |
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 124240 mi C $320 |
Replaced a broken tortion/stabilizer bar between the front wheels and brakes. |
| 113000 mi | Rack and pinon steering went bad $700 to fix.Car rotted from bottom. Trying stop leak. |
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 128960 mi | Link kits needed to be replaced. |
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 259700 mi US $120 |
Worn tie rod ends. Replaced parts and had an alignment |
| 185000 mi US $1100 |
Complete overhaul of breaks, struts and shocks. |
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 140000 mi US $252 |
Replaced both front struts due to broken right front spring. |
| 68500 mi US $2500 |
Replaced upper strut bushings and did 4 wheel alignment. |
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 131000 mi US $400 |
Clunking front right strut, replaced all struts and mounts. Front springs replaced. Tie rod boot torn, replaced. |
| 133100 mi US $60 |
Wheel bearing noise noticed, checked all bearings and found noticeable play in FL bearing. After removal, found that it had been replaced before but previous technician neglected to reinstall an inner seal or outer o-ring. |
| 142000 mi US $100 |
Right rear wheel bearing had play, replaced. |
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 175900 mi US $1988 |
Rough ride, I questioned shocks/struts. Dealer said they need replacement. Because of cost and other problems with car, I decided to live with the bumpy ride. |
| 187000 mi US $500 |
Repaired struts using strut kit |
| 144460 mi C $150 |
Upper mount of rear left suspension was broken. Upon replacing, it was found that the absorber was worn out and has also been replaced. |
| 144760 mi C $423 |
Front left coil spring was broken, replaced both left and right followed by an alignment. |
| 131700 mi US $50 |
The left front wheel bearing was worn and was replaced with a new one. |
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
Engine not specified
| 186200 mi US $20 |
Replaced whole strut assembly as a unit Replaced worn outer tie-rod end |
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier 2-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 169260 mi C $85 |
Growling from front right side indicated it was wheel bearing as not CV Joint as did not get worse or better on cornering.. Bought replacement part and installed in less than 2 hours including road test to confirm rough/noise gone. |
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