Three problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Took vehicle for state inspection. Vehicle failed inspection due to frame being rusted. Mechanic/inspector states that this is very common on the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. There are mfg. Frame holes that the subframe is rusting near the rear wheels. Suggested that could have a body shop weld plates over the mfg holes in the frame.
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. The contact stated that the driver was driving approximately 35 mph when he was pulled over by a police officer who informed him that one of the wheels was protruding outward abnormally. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot where the contact was informed that the sub frame was severely rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Chevy Cavalier rusted sub frames. Car vibrates wildly at a certain speeds. Car was parked. Was told vehicle warranty had already expired and there had been no other calls related to this. Was told by gm service department car (if driven) should be driven cautiously (no bumps, potholes, long distance trips) recommended we don't drive.