Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Prizm

One problem related to alternator/generator/regulator has been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 07/28/2014

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. While driving 65 mph with the cruise control activated, the engine revved and the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 80 mph. The contact had to depress the brake pedal several times to slow down the vehicle. Over a year ago, the ignition wiring harness caught fire which spread to the alternator. The ignition, wiring harness, and alternator were replaced. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was 78,000.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Prizm

Electrical System problems
3
Alternator/generator/regulator problems
1
Ignition problems
1
Starter problems
1


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