Chevrolet Cavalier owners have reported 5 problems related to engine knocking noise (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Cavalier based on all problems reported for the Cavalier.
While driving, the vehicle check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The consumer noticed a loud knocking noise was heard coming from the front. The consumer was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the head gasket had blew and needed to be replaced. There was leaking compression at the head gasket.
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all problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
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While driving consumer heard a knocking noise coming from underneath the vehicle. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to sears mechanic shop, and mechanic determined that motor mount broke and cracked in half, causing the engine to drop down half shaft. Consumer contacted manufacturer about the problem, and manufacturer insisted that consumer was responsible to pay for parts and labor because warranty expired.
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all problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
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When driving at any speed there is a knocking noise coming from the motor. Also, when vehicle is in park there is a knocking noise, and when applying the brakes, the pedal is soft and hard. The dealer replaced the sensor within the brake.
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all problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
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When driving engine makes a loud knocking noise that increases when the accelerator is being applied. Dealer says the vehicle needs a new engine.
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all problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Enigine started to make a loud knocking sound that eventually led to the blowing of the enigine.