Transmission Noise problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier

Two problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2004

While turning into a gas station and car began to make clunking, sputtering noises. It stalled then began to go again, then just stopped and sat their halfway in the oncoming lanes. The engine just revved in any gear. The car was pushed into the gas station to aviod a head-on collision and a chunk of the transmission casing fell off. The car would only move if in nuetral and pushed. The car is pending diagnosis and repair.

2 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 12/10/2001

While consumer was driving, the vehicle made a loud noise. Consumer pulled to the side to restart vehicle, but to no avail. Someone came to help gt it back on the road but the vehicle stopped again. Vehicle was towed and consumer was informed a major transmission job was needed. Consumer is requesting reimbursement of monies paid for services.




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