1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 240 | 243 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 112 | 387 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 51,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 47 | 56 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 29 |
| Steering | 31 | 26 |
| Power Train | 20 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 22 |
| Visibility | 15 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 28 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 12 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.