Hood Latch problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche

Two problems related to hood latch have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hood Latch problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2007

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. The contact stated the hood latch release was rusted. The dealer advised the rust was not severe enough where they would take any liability for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

2 Hood Latch problem

Failure Date: 06/25/2007

Hood metal around the latch is rotting. And there is delamation of the metal.


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