Three problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier based on all problems reported for the 2002 Cavalier.
Engine cradle subframe has rusted through on right side. Low mileage, car is parked in a garage, so it does not sit outside all day and night. My mechanic tells me he has seen this a lot with chevys. He says it is especially true with gm cars driven in the north because of the weather. . . So much for being imported from detroit; isn't that in the north? he says he can order a used replacement from the southern us. I know a Cavalier is not a top-of-the-line car, but isn't the frame supposed to be the strogest part? come on gm, fix this issue before somebody dies! I was going to let my 16 year old kid drive the car, now I have to tell him that he can't because an affordable car made by the biggest us automaker is cheaply made and unsafe!?.
Defect in 2002 Cavalier enhanced traction system [ets}.
While drving at any speed over bumps or potholes vehicle would make a cracking noise, and would move left and right, causing driver to lose control.