1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 146 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier, 4% of the 146 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving vehicle experiences rough vibration/ speedometer doesn't work anymore, ABS light stays on. These things were working when test driven. Dealer is not assiting consumer with problem. Check engine light illuminated after driving 5-6 miles. Cruise control does not work. While slowing, steering wheel vibrates. When heater is on, engine has a strong odor.”
NHTSA complaint #881840, filed 2001-03“Vacuum line broke, heard a pop noise, and caused the throttle to be in a open position while in the reverse position, causing the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly,and the brakes did not work. Had to turn off the vehicle in order to stop vehicle. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #838633, filed 1999-05“While driving with the cruise control set at 55mph, vehicle suddenly accelerated to 80mph. The driver turned the cruise control off and applied the brake and the vehicle proceeded at high rate of speed. The driver had to put vehicle in park to stop. The vehicle has been towed to the dealership.”
NHTSA complaint #826763, filed 1998-08“Engine compartment spontaneously caught fire while vehicle was parked, cause has not been determined. Dealer replaced throttle cable/power steering fluid hose/pressure hoses/wiring/cruise control, other.”
NHTSA complaint #815659, filed 1997-08Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 18 | 6% |
| 2004 | 27 | 8% |
| 2003 | 13 | 2% |
| 2002 | 11 | 6% |
| 2001 | 8 | 3% |
| 2000 | 11 | 3% |
| 1999 | 11 | 5% |
| 1998 | 14 | 4% |
| 1997 | 18 | 3% |
| 1996 | 14 | 3% |
| 1995 | 5 | 2% |
| 1994 | 7 | 3% |
| 1993 | 6 | 4% |
| 1992 | 7 | 5% |
| 1991 | 2 | 4% |
| 1990 | 2 | 4% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
| 1987 | 3 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier
53 complaintsEngine cooling
41 complaintsElectrical system
26 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsEquipment
8 complaintsSeats
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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