2000 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls and problems
The 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has 2 safety recalls and 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls
Recall 04V-036: Electrical System
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles. If the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.
Risk: If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed. The fire could spread to the interior of the car, which could injure occupants or cause damage to adjoining structures.
Fix: Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch, and check that your car will start with a properly charged battery and, if necessary, replace the ignition switch. Owner notification will begin on march 1, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537. Customers can also check their vehicle online by going to www.mygmlink.com and entering the vehicle's identification number.
Recall 00V-201: Interior Lighting
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the bi-fuel option fail to comply with FMVSS no. 101, "control location, identification, and illumination." the instrument panel lights in these vehicles are at full illumination levels and cannot be adjusted. The standard requires at least two levels of illumination.
Risk: This could make it more difficult to see objects outside the vehicle when driving at night.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel type indicator switch assembly, which includes the instrument panel illumination control.
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 78 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 47 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 | |
| Power Train | 28 | |
| Steering | 28 | |
| Structure | 27 | |
| Suspension | 21 | |
| Unknown or Other | 19 | |
| Air Bags | 18 | |
| Visibility | 15 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 19
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 17
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 15
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 15
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 15
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 13
- Air Bags › Frontal — 10
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 8
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 59,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Chevrolet Cavalier years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier: 04V-036 (electrical system), 00V-201 (interior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (78 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (55). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 59,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.