Chevrolet Cavalier owners have reported 33 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's trunk lid lock (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems |
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. While driving 20 mph, the speedometer fractured along with the horn and the front passenger door latch. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 56,000. Read details...
While driving 55 mph,= the trunk came open and would not stay latch. Dealer was not notified. Vehicle experienced grinding/scraping noise when backing up or coming to a stop. Dealer was notified. Dealer had turn the front rotors twice and the problem recurred. Read details...
2004 chevy Cavalier. Back door will not stay close. I have it locked now but can not open it. I am afraid while my child is sitting back there the door will swing open. Please help! Read details...
While the consumer was driving, the hood opened up and struck the front windshield. Read details...
The design of vehicle has an latch on the driver's side to release the hatchback, but does not have a release button / latch to open on the inside which caused two children to be stuck inside vehicle almost resulting in death, injury to hand due to failure. Read details...