1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Engine cooling Problems

“Head gasket has leaked for many years. I explained to a mechanic that the gasket was leaking and before I could tell him where he knew exactly the location of the leak. He said that it seems to be common with my type of car.”

“I purchased this vehicle from a tote the note lot, and complained to them about the problems 2 days and only 11 miles. After I purchased this car, I brought the car into them and they said they acknowledged that there was a major vibration, and they would have it checked out. When I called in, they said that the problem was the back motor mounts. They supposedly fixed the front ones on the day of purchase.they told me that problem would be fixed at my expense,, after going in and asking for my down payment back, they agreed to fix the vibration problem free but nothing else. …”

“In june of 1998 the cylinder head gasket of my 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier leaked coolant. I paid over $500.00 to fix the problem. In the consumer reports issue from october of 1999, it indicates that this defect was covered on a hidden warranty. I went to the dealership, who was very helpful, then to GM. Gm told me that the hidden warranty (bulletin 98054) was only for 1995 Chevrolet cavaliers. I was told by the dealership that the 1995 and 1993 vehicles have the same engine. If GM is going to pay to fix the 1995, then it should cover the same defect in the same engine of the 1993. …”

“Major failure of the vehicle's water-resistant envelope: serious water leak on the passenger side from the firewall, resulting in rust and severe damage to carpet, mold and mildew in carpet and underlay, and unpleasant odours”

“Brakes pads/rotors have been replaced seven times. When applying the brakes the pedal is soft, and when going down hill there is alot of vibration. Dealer can't determine the cause of brake problem. Also, engine dies out, and tie rods bent out of position.”