Two problems related to latches/locks/linkage have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm based on all problems reported for the 2002 Prizm.
Hood latch/safety latch failed and hood opened up and crashed against windshield at approximately 55 mph. Damaged hood, hinges, cowling, and cracked windshield.
Hood latch completely broke so that either it could not be closed completely, or, when finally closed, it was impossible to open. This, coupled with other hood latch problems reported by others seems to indicate a definite hood latch problem.
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |