2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Electrical system › Ignition › SwitchCovers: Chevrolet Cavalier 1998–2001, Pontiac Sunfire 1998–2001, Grand AM 1998 +2 more
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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…
- Interior lightingCovers: Chevrolet Cavalier 2000
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: This could make it more difficult to see objects outside the vehicle when driving at night.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel type indicator switch assembly, which includes the instrument panel illumination control.
NHTSA investigations
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.