Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the hood latch (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Chevrolet Prizm

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
2
Hood Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

Hood latch/safety latch failed and hood opened up and crashed against windshield at approximately 55 mph. Damaged hood, hinges, cowling, and cracked windshield.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. While driving approximately 55 mph, the hood automatically detached from the latch. The hood slammed against the windshield, which shattered the inside and outside glass. There was no warning prior to the failure.   Read details...


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