Door Latch problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier

Four problems related to door latch have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 11/21/2001

Oj rear back door came opened and the lock was on at the time. The door will not close, replace rt rear door lock assembly. Rusted/corroded lubricated to free up, needs replacement, remove and replace rt rear door lock assy.

2 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 08/10/1998

Consumer shut the rear passenger side door on the occupant's finger which caused the door latch to jam, and occupant could not open the door to take her finger out. The occupant had squeezed her finger out, and sustained injuries. When the finger was out of the door mechanism, the door was able to open and close. Please provide further information.

3 Door Latch problem

When turning a corner at approximately 20 mph, passenger's side door flew open and would not close. Dealer had vehicle for 2 weeks, and still could not fix the defect properly, lock is not working correctly.

4 Door Latch problem

Child saftey locks out of order, door does not open from inside at all. Yh.


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