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1997 Chevrolet Cavalier

Owners have filed 751 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. Next are engine (14%) and steering (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
751 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 16% of complaints
Recalls
7
Fuel economy
23 to 26 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 751 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. Next are engine (14%) and steering (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier

Recalls

The 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is affected by 7 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 7 recall campaigns for the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 6 versions of the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 26 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 33 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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