Structure Problems of Chevrolet Prizm

Chevrolet Prizm owners have reported 6 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood hinge (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet Prizm

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
4
Hood Hinge problems
1
Door problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Chevrolet Prizm

The Body problem

At 70 miles/hour my general motors power steering assist was on full assist and caused an accident. General motors secretly removed the power assist, replaced it and then jimmied the entire car to present false evidence that the accident was caused by bad driver car maintenance.   Read details...

The Hood Hinge problem

Hood latch and safety catch failed; hood flew open on expressway @ 50-55 mph causing damage to hood, hinges, cowling, fenders and windshield.   Read details...

The Door problem

Power lock botton became loose. Yh   Read details...




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