10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Apr 262001

Prizm

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Rear buckle wouldn't unlock when consumer was trying to take car seat out. Consumer purchased another, and dealer couldn't cover it because warranty expired.

- Delta, UT, USA

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problem #3

Jun 052000

Prizm

  • miles
Rear lap seat belt would not latch and rear driver side shoulder belt would not return to retractor. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a manufacturer's recall, and any repairs would be at consumer cost. Feel free to provide further details.

- Goleta, CA, USA

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problem #2

Jan 031998

Prizm

  • miles
Seat belt failed to lock on impact.

- Tampa, FL, USA

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problem #1

Jul 221997

Prizm

  • miles
Driver side restraint belt locks up. Took car to dealer. The service department will repair.

- Sherman Oaks, CA, USA

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