Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems |
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that as she removed her foot from the brakes in an attempt to leave a traffic stop, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The failure recurred intermittently. The contact stated that prior to the acceleration failure, the cruise control was activated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technicians were unable to diagnose the failure and advised that the failure may have been caused by the floor mats. In addition, the electronic door locks were inoperable and was erratic. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that the front and rear driver's side door handles fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the handles needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The VIN was unavalible. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.