Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier

Table 1 shows seven common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. The number one most common problem is related to the tank assembly (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel injector (two problems).

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Chevrolet Cavalier


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier

The Tank Assembly problem

The fuel tank gauge does not give a proper reading. When it is on 1/4 full, gauge indicates that the tank is empty. More than seven incidents happened. The dealer attemped to fix, and now there is no warranty. Also, the dealer cannot duplicate the problem.   Read details...

The Fuel Injector problem

Fuel injectors get cracks and leak, could result in a fire if not changed. I have had all 4 injectors leak, and 2 had hairline cracks allowing large amounts of gas to leak onto hot engine which could easily start a fire.   Read details...

The Fuel Pump problem

Guess what, here is another problem for my vehicle gm. (another complaint)we've already spent nearly a $1,000, on this car. Now, taking it to the mechanic again, the had spent a hour and a half looking for now what is the fuel pump that had gone bad.   Read details...


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