We found the following complaints for CHEVROLET CAPRICE (1995)
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No deployment of air bags during head on collision.
Airbag light stays on while driving.the air bag light is constantly on.the vehicle was serviced in 1997, 1999 and 2000.each time the light illuminated again.the air bag will not deploy if the light is illuminated.the horn is inoperable. The wiring to the sir system was repaired.the engine cooling system needed servicing.also the back up lights were out, dealer had to make an adjustment to the neutral safety switch in the transmission.jlg
During vehicle collision no deployment of air bag resulting in injury to consumer due to failure. (attorney for consumer).
Driver side airbags did not deploy upon 12:oo impact at 60mph.tt
Passenger side airbags did not deploy upon 12:oo impact at 60mph.tt
While driving the vehicle stalled and all power steering/brakes went out which almost caused an accident. Vehicle will not start after this incident. Had problems with the cigrette lighter and radio, which she had fixed a week prior to this incident.also had to replace the emergency parking brake handle.currently at the dealer.
The alternator and battery failed causing the idiot lights to come on and vehicle to stall. *mjs
The alternator and battery failed causing the idiot lights to come on and vehicle to stall. *mjs
During vehicle operation the alternator has gone bad on two occasions, causing the vehicle to stall at speeds over 40 mph.
Airbag light stays on while driving.the air bag light is constantly on.the vehicle was serviced in 1997, 1999 and 2000.each time the light illuminated again.the air bag will not deploy if the light is illuminated.the horn is inoperable. The wiring to the sir system was repaired.the engine cooling system needed servicing.also the back up lights were out, dealer had to make an adjustment to the neutral safety switch in the transmission.jlg
The horn is hard to find and must press with firmly to operate.tt
Distributor failure.
Intermittent stalling/hesitation during rain.
Distributor failed.
Distributor failed, causing vehicle to stall.
Distributor failed, causing vehicle to lose power/stall.
The ecm is supplying a full time ground to the egr solenoid causing a poor idle and stumble and the check engine light comes on. *mjs
Vehicle has problem with restarting, dealer notified, and informed consumer that it was pass key fault, needed to be replaced. Feel free to provide any further information.
On numerous occasions consumer would experience total engine failure in which headlights, radio, horn, and the under hood convenience light would not work, and after about 45 minutes vehicle would start up as if there was never anything wrong, consumer took vehicle in to be inspected and it was determined that the fuse block that relays plug into has melted down and the main lug, buss bars and housing needed to be replaced. Consumer was advised by dealership that there is serious design problem with this vehicles mostly used in police and taxi application and in some cases vehicles have caught fire.
Airbag light stays on while driving.the air bag light is constantly on.the vehicle was serviced in 1997, 1999 and 2000.each time the light illuminated again.the air bag will not deploy if the light is illuminated.the horn is inoperable. The wiring to the sir system was repaired.the engine cooling system needed servicing.also the back up lights were out, dealer had to make an adjustment to the neutral safety switch in the transmission.jlg
While driving the vehicle stall complete, shut off, starter again , shut off, dealer has been notified.nlm
Intermittently when thevehicle makes a right turn it will stall out and die.dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem.
Engine stalls continually causing loss of control.
The air pump failed and consumer feels he should be reimbursed for repair since gm knew of the service bulletin but didn't notify consumer.nlm
All 4 exhaust manifold bolts snapped off clean within their housings. My ase mechanic (mark at mark's auto in rocky hill, ct. 860-721-7033) determined that the bolts must have been of inferior quality to have snapped off the way they did. There was no indication of metal spurs which might indicate the bolts would have been loose within their housings. This was not the case. I have been informed that general motors has had this same problem in the past.thank you for reading my problem, and thank you in advance for any assistance you may provide to me.
The tail pipe is very low to the ground, possible contact tailpipe contact with surface.tt
The roof rack adjustable rails clamping device is operated within a plastic lever. It can break very easily when trying to use it, causing difficulties when trying to clamp rail into position. This broken part prevents objects from being safely secured on roof. *ml
Airbag light stays on while driving.the air bag light is constantly on.the vehicle was serviced in 1997, 1999 and 2000.each time the light illuminated again.the air bag will not deploy if the light is illuminated.the horn is inoperable. The wiring to the sir system was repaired.the engine cooling system needed servicing.also the back up lights were out, dealer had to make an adjustment to the neutral safety switch in the transmission.jlg
The gasoline vapors are being sucked into the passenger compartment and making passengers sick. Please describe.
The gasoline vapors are being sucked into the passenger compartment and making passengers sick. Please describe.
The fuel pump in tank appears to have overheated causing the connection plug to overheat and melt the connector and wire. This vehicle is a police patrol car and was in being driven in regualr service when it began to stall. The officer restarted tha car sveral times as he drove it back to the station. Our repair shop drove the car into the service bay and performed regular diagostic service. The fuel pressure was tested at 70 lbs. Chevrolet spec is 41 to 47 lbs. We pulled the pump and found the pump powere wire and plug melted. Our concern is that this wire being submersed inside the fuel tank could have caused an explosion if the fuel level had been low. The heat generated from this problem area should have caused an interuption in power to the pump before the wire and connector were hot enough to melt. We are calling in all caprices to inspect this problem.
Wiring harness to fuel pump (inside fuel tank)somehow shorted out causing wiring to get hot enough to melt the wire insulation and plastic connectors,which attach to the fuel pump.
Fuel pump failure caused stall at highway speed, although the fuse was blown, wiring harness melted at the fuel pump and tank sending unit suggesting lethal concerns for safety.
Vehicle experiences uncontrollable idling which results in excessive pressure to brakes. Dealers states meets specifications. Please describe details.
Fuel leak at tank first occurred april 22 this year. Fuel level sender seal replaced. May !7fuel level sender defective, fuel leak. Replaced fuel tank, sending unit seal, fuel pump.today-july 18, massive fuel leak at tank with gasoline puddling under car while engine idling.20 minutes of idling caused over 1 gallon of fuel to be expelled from tank. Inspection shows possible defect in fuel vapor recovery system causing excess fuel tank pressure, sufficient to cause fuel tank seal failure where sending unit mounts to tank. This is a very serious problem. A discarded cigarette could cause fuel vapors to ignite. This leak will continue to occur until source of excessive fuel tank pressure can be determined.it may be the result of failure to maintain fuel vapor recovery system or a component failure.if so, why should a failure result in massive fuel leakage?this is a problem with life threatening potential and should receive your highest priority in follow up.
Connector in fuel tank is deteriorating, fuel pump connector failed, the insulation on the wire melted, arcing at the connector leaving a carbon trail.*jg
Right and left rear door striker plate latch cracked around mounting area.
Very bad vibration
Airbag light stays on while driving.the air bag light is constantly on.the vehicle was serviced in 1997, 1999 and 2000.each time the light illuminated again.the air bag will not deploy if the light is illuminated.the horn is inoperable. The wiring to the sir system was repaired.the engine cooling system needed servicing.also the back up lights were out, dealer had to make an adjustment to the neutral safety switch in the transmission.jlg
Nhtsa#95-v-221-000; these vehicles were produced with an improperly adjusted transmission shift control linkage. This does not meet with the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection." consumer has the same problem. However this vehicle was not recall due to the vin.
The contact owns a 1995 chevrolet caprice.the contact stated that the automatic transmission was leaking while driving 55 mph.chevrolet stated that the vin was not included in recall number 95v221000 (power train:automatic transmission).the contact also stated that the power steering was leaking and that the vehicle would shift from park to drive occasionally, without the key in the ignition.the powertrain and purchase date were unknown.the current mileage was 78,000 and failure mileage was 77,000.
Transmission failure.
Car began to vibrate badly at eleven thousand miles thought it was a front end problem took it back to bobbarrows june 1998 under the express warranty on the car. Said to have been repaired, same story twenty times plus over the next two years. Replaced new transmission new drive shaft and umpteen other parts.new transmission damaged by the vibrating drive shaft had to have rear seal replaced.car vibrates quite violently at speeds from 25 to 55 miles per hour worse in overdrive than standard drive.barrows and chevrolet now tell me that the problem is mine, that they have no idea what is wrong with the car and never have known what was causing the problem. The vibration is becoming progressively worse. It is a dangerous car to drive and is still under warranty beecause of the freezing of the express warranty when they failed to repair it.in july 99 when they were given the ultimatum of that being the last chance to fix it.chevrolet and barrows have failed to live up to the original warranty on this car. Because it is so nervewracking to drive i have only managed to drive it 21000 miles in four years between reapairs at something like two weekly intervals. I winder how many more there are out there like this one or whether barrows is just incompetent. They have been backed up by chevrolet technical services every step of the way.
Came past the stop line at a railroad track, saw train was approaching and tried to back up.....no reverse!!!no prior warning or signs of defects.....had to get out and push vehicle off of tracks to prevent a catastrophic collision. Took to a number of transmission shops and found out that gm issued a number of service bulletins regarding the reaction shell failure issue but they never took responsibility to issue a recall......thousands of people have had this same issue with the no reverse problem due to the reaction sun shell failing.......gm should stillissue a recall!!!!!! does it have to take a loss of life to have a recall issued? this is a serious safety hazard and needs to be looked at.....
The contact owns a 1995 chevrolet caprice.the contact stated that the automatic transmission was leaking while driving 55 mph.chevrolet stated that the vin was not included in recall number 95v221000 (power train:automatic transmission).the contact also stated that the power steering was leaking and that the vehicle would shift from park to drive occasionally, without the key in the ignition.the powertrain and purchase date were unknown.the current mileage was 78,000 and failure mileage was 77,000.
Car began to vibrate badly at eleven thousand miles thought it was a front end problem took it back to bobbarrows june 1998 under the express warranty on the car. Said to have been repaired, same story twenty times plus over the next two years. Replaced new transmission new drive shaft and umpteen other parts.new transmission damaged by the vibrating drive shaft had to have rear seal replaced.car vibrates quite violently at speeds from 25 to 55 miles per hour worse in overdrive than standard drive.barrows and chevrolet now tell me that the problem is mine, that they have no idea what is wrong with the car and never have known what was causing the problem. The vibration is becoming progressively worse. It is a dangerous car to drive and is still under warranty beecause of the freezing of the express warranty when they failed to repair it.in july 99 when they were given the ultimatum of that being the last chance to fix it.chevrolet and barrows have failed to live up to the original warranty on this car. Because it is so nervewracking to drive i have only managed to drive it 21000 miles in four years between reapairs at something like two weekly intervals. I winder how many more there are out there like this one or whether barrows is just incompetent. They have been backed up by chevrolet technical services every step of the way.
Srs light continues to blink while driving, in for repair found no problem.tt
The driver's side seat belt retractor failed. Thesprings popped out of the plastic, causing the spring to no longer hold tension.the driver's side seat belt would no longer hold the belt tensioner to adjust to the driver's body.the seat belts retractor spring had broken through the plastic retainer, which caused the belt to stay permanently in the full extended position. *sc
Driver's side seat belt is fully extended out and will not retract,causing the seat belt to be inoperative. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts.
Consumer states that the seat belt will not retract back into position and it could cause the seat belt to be defective in the event of and accident.dealer notified.*mrthe seat belt retractor on the driver side front has failed and is unable to be used.*scc
Bracket onright side ofseat broke while driving. Dealer repaired it, but parts were not available forcracked bracket onleft side.dealer has ordered part. Driverclaimed it hasbeen 4 months andpartwas still not available.
I was driving a 1995 chevrolet caprice and was stopped while attempting to enter the highway.i was hit in the rear by a car going 50 mph who did not see that i was stopped.the drivers seat collapsed into the reclined position and threw me into the rear seat.my seat belt was on and limited my movement.in addition, i pulled on the steering wheel and broke it at the 10 o'clock and partially seperated at the 2 o'clock positions.the failure of the seat caused injury to myself with no support to my neck and head.my question is:is the seat designed to support my weight (6'0, 194 lbs.) under these conditions or is it designed to collaspe as it did allowing me to come unsecurred from the seat belt restraint system?secondly, was there a safety recall, service bulletin, or defect investigation on this vehicle?i examined your web site and found no indication or report on this situation.i appreciate your assistance on this matter.
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident. *sd
While applying thr brakes on an incline vehicle would not stop. The brake pedal went to the floor of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified about the problem.
The abs system is not working, the master cylinder has been replaced, and when the brakes applied the wheels lock up.tt
While drivingand applying brakes there is afull throttle and there will be no braking. Dealer contacted. Had part replaced, but problem reoccurred.
The abs system is not working, the master cylinder has been replaced, and when the brakes applied the wheels lock up.tt
Abs brakes; system is not working, w/master cylinder also being replaced. When brakes are applied wheels lock. Please describe details.
Brake pedal too small in design and slips off onto gas pedal.
The contact owns a 1995 chevrolet caprice.the contact stated that the automatic transmission was leaking while driving 55 mph.chevrolet stated that the vin was not included in recall number 95v221000 (power train:automatic transmission).the contact also stated that the power steering was leaking and that the vehicle would shift from park to drive occasionally, without the key in the ignition.the powertrain and purchase date were unknown.the current mileage was 78,000 and failure mileage was 77,000.
Steering wheel broke. *sd
Steering wheel collapsed (broke off) at the two horizontal points - - 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock points at a routine "rocking" at a stop.not an emergency stop or sudden stop; just a routine stop at a light.i had never seen this happen in any vehicle unless involved in a crash, much less from a frail man as myself who does not possess superhuman powers.i asked mechanics if they had ever seen this occur and the answer was negative.i contacted kelly chevrolet (hallandale, fl) and they also told me to never have seen this happen, unless the vehicle was in an crash. Since then i have contacted gm and have received nothing but run-arounds.they assigned it case no. 1-21646074, then, they got it mixed up with someone else's case by the name of fennimore.i replied to them to correct the name error and provide them with further info and i received two replies from two different representatives within 3 hours of each other.the first one, a ms. Nejdi, who said to continue working with the original representative (a ms. Weir, whom had done absolutely nothing, other than mix me up with a mr. Fennimore).the second response came from the original representative (ms. Weir, addressing me as mr. Fennimore, again).she said in this email the case had been closed due to my lack of response.in fact, i had responded and even attempted to correct her error of the name and said correction was acknowledged by ms. Nejdi, as prevously stated herein.the disturbing part about this is gm's failure to acknowledge this is a very serious potential safety issue.a steering wheel should not collapse at a routine stop regardless of the age or mileage of the car without being involved in a crash.gm is acting totally incompetent in handling the complaint as well as irresponsible by ignoring a serious safety issue.i have saved each email to and from gm to prove their disregard for safety and mishandling of the matter.i would appreciate the nthsa's involvement in this case.
Steering wheel failed.
I was driving a 1995 chevrolet caprice and was stopped while attempting to enter the highway.i was hit in the rear by a car going 50 mph who did not see that i was stopped.the drivers seat collapsed into the reclined position and threw me into the rear seat.my seat belt was on and limited my movement.in addition, i pulled on the steering wheel and broke it at the 10 o'clock and partially seperated at the 2 o'clock positions.the failure of the seat caused injury to myself with no support to my neck and head.my question is:is the seat designed to support my weight (6'0, 194 lbs.) under these conditions or is it designed to collaspe as it did allowing me to come unsecurred from the seat belt restraint system?secondly, was there a safety recall, service bulletin, or defect investigation on this vehicle?i examined your web site and found no indication or report on this situation.i appreciate your assistance on this matter.
Steering wheel broke in the area of approximately 2 to 3 o'clock position where rim joins crossbar. *sd
Steering wheel handle bar broke on one side one year ago, the other side broke on june 28, 99. Consumer took vehicle to chevrolet dealership. *ml
Broken steering wheel. *sd
Outer tie rods/idler arm failed.
Front suspension idler arm was defective, when over road bumps there was a lot of free play in the steering wheel.
Idle arm failed.nlm
Front suspension idler arm was defective, when over road bumps there was a lot of free play in the steering wheel.
Outer tie rods/idler arm failed.
Windows were not working properly, alsowhen taking a look at vehicle there was smoke coming from door. Contacted dealer.
Total front end suspension system failure, missing bushings and shams.nlm
In a shopping center making a right 90 degree turn at estimated speed of 15mph when left front of car collapsed dropping the left front fender down on the left front wheel.mechanic repairing the car stated that the left lower ball joint broke off.this required replacement of the let lower ball joint (part #k6145) and the left outer tierod (part# es2019rl.there was no pothole or other rough place in the roadway and the automobile had no previous history of accident.my concern for entering this report is that i had never heard of this type of failure before though the mechanic says it occasionally occurs.in my mind this presents a very real safety hazard.had this autombile been traveling at 60mph on and open road and this had occured there is no doubt in my mind that this would have resulted in suddenly flipping and rolling of the car with the very real probability of loss of life.
Total front end suspension system failure, missing bushings and shams.nlm
The contact owns a 1995 chevrolet caprice.whenever the contact attempts to make a left hand u-turn, he can feel the right tire rolling over.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic shop, but no failures were found.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer.the speed was not a factor.the current mileage was 136,000 and failure mileage was 90,000.
Car began to vibrate badly at eleven thousand miles thought it was a front end problem took it back to bobbarrows june 1998 under the express warranty on the car. Said to have been repaired, same story twenty times plus over the next two years. Replaced new transmission new drive shaft and umpteen other parts.new transmission damaged by the vibrating drive shaft had to have rear seal replaced.car vibrates quite violently at speeds from 25 to 55 miles per hour worse in overdrive than standard drive.barrows and chevrolet now tell me that the problem is mine, that they have no idea what is wrong with the car and never have known what was causing the problem. The vibration is becoming progressively worse. It is a dangerous car to drive and is still under warranty beecause of the freezing of the express warranty when they failed to repair it.in july 99 when they were given the ultimatum of that being the last chance to fix it.chevrolet and barrows have failed to live up to the original warranty on this car. Because it is so nervewracking to drive i have only managed to drive it 21000 miles in four years between reapairs at something like two weekly intervals. I winder how many more there are out there like this one or whether barrows is just incompetent. They have been backed up by chevrolet technical services every step of the way.
The control arm ball joints failed.
Control arm ball joint failed, causing the structure to land on the tire.
The regulator control arm lost control on the rear passenger sidedue to brakeage . Manufacturer was notified about problem. Problem was repaired by dealer.
Front lower control arms broke.consumer received recall notice 96v01900 that that affectedall seven of his particular vehicles.manufacturer will only cover cost of parts and not the labor charges that go with it.
The lower ball joint sheared off at the bottom of the nut whenexiting the driveway at 3mp.there was a loud noise when it sheared off and caused the body to put its weight on itself.
Recall #96 v 018 000/ gm lower control arm: when driving at low speeds and making either left or right turn, there would be a knocking or banging sound. The vehicle has been to the dealer on one occasion and they tighten the lower control arm ball joint attachment nut. Now the problem has recurred again. Manufacturer was notified and they informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under any recall at that time. Please feel free to provide any further information concerning this issue and fill out the remaining questionnaire. *ph
While driving 35 mph consumer heard a grinding noise,dealer determined the driver side upper ball joint needed to be replaced. Tire was tilted.
Shock absorber failed.
Pe200020; original equipment on a 1995 chevrolet caprise.consumer took vehicle to shop for vibration of a left front tire. Mechanic said tires were bad and needed to be replaced. Tires could blowout at anytime. Had 58866 miles on them.the tire dealer offered the customer new tire at lower price.
1995 chevrolet caprice. Consumer states rejection for trade under the cash for clunker program. Consumer request money for trade in.*tgwthe consumer stated the mpg rating had been revised and she didn't know.
Problem with accelerator.*aw
While drivingand applying brakes there is afull throttle and there will be no braking. Dealer contacted. Had part replaced, but problem reoccurred.
Intermittent problem with the accelerator getting stuck, involved in recall no. 95v082000.tt
After wife parked automobile and got out-the vehicle began to roll backward in a semi-circle, resulting in hitting a brick wall.driver was slightly injured.
The vehicle accelerates when not being pushed still accelerates. Please describe.tt
Accelerator pedal failure, involved in recall no. 95v082000.tt
Accelerator stuck, resulting in loss of contol/accident prior to recall (95v-082).
Throttle valve failed, causing high idle of engine.
Failure of the throttle return spring, the engine speed did not return to idle, involved in recall 95v0820000.tt
Windows were not working properly, alsowhen taking a look at vehicle there was smoke coming from door. Contacted dealer.
4 of the vehicles power windows have come off the track at different times.*nlm
Dashboard reflects in windshield, interfering with visibility in accident. *dsh
Windshield wipers have seized twice.had to have them replaced.
Windshield wipers have seized twice.had to have them replaced.
Windshield wipers have seized twice.had to have replaced.
Sepration of right rear wheel while driving, ea96-007 active.
Whiledriving 35 mph, thefront driver side wheel fell off. The vehicle was towed.
Recall remedy did not sufficiently correct the recall problem on certain police vehicles,fracture of the wheel studshave caused the wheel to separate from the vehicle. Recall number 96v245000.please give any further details also add vins.
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