NHTSA investigationEA98001
Investigation EA98001: 1996–1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jan 23, 1998
- Closed
- Jul 31, 1998
- Model years
- 1996–1997
Subject
Oversensitive air bag deployments
Component: Air bags
Summary
There is no summary currently available
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier540 complaints
- 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier503 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.