Ignition Switch problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier

1997 chevy Cavalier steering column and dashboard caught on fire on March 10, 2011. Car had no mechanical or electrical issues prior to the fire. Car was in excellent working condition. Car had been parked for approximately one hour after being used for a short drive. The Cavalier was parked outside in front of the house no one was in the vehicle. Fire department had to be called to extinguish the fire from the car. No prior knowledge of the recall for the electrical system ignition switch defect.

I bought this car used last year for my daughter. We have been having problems with the key to start, the key was left in the start position a few times trying to get started. We noticed a spark come from the column and nothing. I noticed that there was a recall on the ignition switch doing the same thing as I stated above. Dealership will not honor recall because now they are stating the lock cylinder mechanism is broke and they cant get into the column without breaking it. This is ridiculous that now that it is failed they won't fix the car.

The ignition system.

My car has recently caught fire. The fire started in the steering column. My car was a total loss.

Consumer had the same problem as stated in NHTSA recall 02v07000. 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. This recall failed.

My ignition switch recall is a problem and the recall notice says that the internal parts os the switch will melt if held too long in the start position and I have had a problem with my switch. I took it off and apart and found that the internal parts were melted as it says in the notice. My notice says that they were to test and replace the switch if necessary as well as put the addition to the circuit and I did not get a new switch please advise as what to do. All I would like is my switch replaced. I called the Chevrolet 800 customer service number and I did not receive any help. Thank you ted l howard 714-630-3844.

The recall remedy for the ignition switch recall 02 v 070 000 failed. The defect occurred and almost caused an accident.

Nhtsa#02-v-070-000 the recall which was performed on the vehicle regarding the ignition switch failed.

When attempting to start vehicle ignition switch stuck. Recall 02v070000 repairs were performed, but problem still recurred. Also, while driving the bearing hub produced a grinding noise on the left side. The cause has yet to be determined by the mechanic.

Vehicle caught on fire due to ignition switch failure. Steering wheel/dashboard caught on fire . Contacted dealer ,and dealer was not willing to do anything.

While waiting for recall 02070000 repairs appointment date ignition switch caught on fire and damaged other components. Consumer was charged.

Dealership charge for recall 02v070000 repairs after work was done.

Consumer was told that parts for recall o2v070000 concerning ignition switch failure would not be available until June, almost the end of June and not parts available yet.

Key was place inside of ignition and vehicle wouldn't turn on. Dealership wa saware of problem.

While attendant was servicing vehicle he placed key inside of ignition, and vehicle wouldn't turn over. Ignition switch started smoking , and vehicle caught on fire.

While backing up consumer noticed smoke coming from ignition switch. Then, flames. He shut off engine, and fire went out. Consumer called Chevrolet customer service about the recall on ignition, it has not been determined if this vehicle was affected by recall.

While placing key inside of the ignition vehicle will not turn on at all.

Parts recall 02v070000 have not been available for 2 months, and consumer was suppose to be notified of parts delivery,but dealership never called.

Consumer states one week prior to receiving recall 02v07, the ignition switch failed and it was replaced, consumer is being denied reimbursement due to having the part replaced before the recall was effective.

Consumer states vehicle fails to start. Consumer is aware of recall 02v070000 relating to no start condition. However, dealer cannot perform recall repairs due to lack of parts. Consumer is concerned that vehicle may catch fire.

Prior to recall notification, (02v070000) consumer was having trouble with the vehicle starting, the dealer was unable to diagnosis the problem, after receiving recall notice, consumer took vehicle to the dealer and had the work performed and stated that all the work that was performed previously was recall related, consumer was informed that a claim would be submitted for reimbursement, however consumer has waited for 60 days and has not heard from manufacturer.

On Thursday, may 31, 2001, the vehicle ailed to start and was jump started. We then drove home (5 mins' drive away) and parked the vehcle in our carport. About 5 mins later a neighbor came to tell us that the vehicle was on fire. The fire originated in the steering wheel column (probably due to a problem with the ignition) and destroyed the ignition, wiper switch, turn signal switch and the covers. Additional damage was done while trying to put out the fire. The fire brigade was called to the scene. The incident could have been much more serious if the fire had not been spotted so quickly.

Front brake pads/rotor wore out, causing vibration when brakes are applied. Also dealer replaced engine mounts/ignition switch. Brake line was found rubbing against axle shaft and was fixed. In addition, front end shakes/vibrates.

Ignition switch failed. Nlm.

Vehicle fire was caused by a short in ignition switch.

The consumer received a recall notice 02v07) regarding a possible fire in the steering column. The dealer stated that parts would not be available until may 2002.

Consumer states when the vehicle was started and turned off by the ignition vehicle kept running. The dealer will inspect the vehicle. The vehicle is included under the recall 02v070000. Nlm.

Ignition switch failure.

While driving the vehicle bucks at one point as if it lacks gas and it also stalls. Dealer has been contacted. Consumer recieved recall to replaced pcm. Pcm replaced 4 times however problem still exist. Consumer received recall to replace the ignition switch.