On my 1998 chevrolet s-10, the tailgate support cable broke due to internal corrosion. This happened two years ago. There were no injuries. I replaced that cable at significant cost. Now the second tailgate support cable is bulging due to internal corrosion and I expect it will soon break.
1998 Chevrolet S10 body complaints
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I own a 1998 chevrolet s-10. The cables that hold up the tailgate broke on me while I was loading cargo into the bed. The broken straps has since caused my tailgate to fall off while going down a rough road. The tailgate is now scratched and dented from the initial breaking and from falling off. I have not made any attempt to fix this problem as of yet.
Dt: the contact stated the emergency release for the tailgate hatchback/liftgate opening failed to operate. He contacted the dealership, they wanted to do a diagnostic check. Also, he contacted the manufacturer; they suggested the diagnostic check be done.
The extended cub 3rd door handles continues to break every 6 months. It is made of plastic. I purchased the 1998 s10 in march, 04, in july the handle broke. This same new handle broke was replaced in december, 04. Finally, the 2 new handle broke in august, 05. The break is always in the same area. The dealer has commented that he has numerous complaints to him for this part, but to chev has made no effort to recall or assist in any way. Can I have your review and assistance?
Dt: consumer stated that the tailgate cable snapped with very light weight on it. At the time the cable snapped there was a child on the tailgate. This was on the right side, but the left side carried the weight. The owner was concerned that he will not be able to trust the tailgate at this point. The owner was going to replace the tailgate cables and maybe the whole tailgate itself. The cables were fine. There were not any wear and tear on the cables. The owner called the dealer, and they were unable to provide any assistance. The owner also called gm, and they contacted the manager, who relayed any assistance in this matter. They were no injuries.
1998, s10 pickup tailgate straps rusted in 2 pieces. These were recalled on my 2002 1500 full size. Why not the s10 ?
Ea 05 008/tailgate support cables break: while standing on the tailgate and loading a sink onto the rear bed the left side support cable has broken. No injury to report. The dealer was notified.
While opening the tailgate the cable broke on both side because they had rusted. *ak......
(1) loading small riding lawnmower into bed of my s-10 pickup (2) both tailgate cables broke with no prior sign of wear (3) awaiting replacement cables at expense of chevrolet, because they know the problem exists on current models and have recalled them, but not mine!.
When the tailgate was in use both of the tailgate support straps snapped. This caused the tailgate to fall. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problems.
On two separate occasions, the consumer had to replace the tailgate support cables due to corrosion/rust. *jb
Consumer noticed that the tailgate cable corroded and snapped. There was a recall dealing with this problem but did not include s10 model.
Tailgate support straps failed. Dealership was notified but did not resolve the problem. *ak
Steel cables on tailgate snapped while in stored (no load applied) condition.
Vehicle having series of problems after an accident with a deer. *mr the hood latch hasn't worked properly since the accident, both chair latches had broken after two times of use, the right front of the vehicle made noise, there was noise in the steering, the central console snapped in half, and the rear wipers had gone out. *scc
The drivers door did not stay latch, which caused the driver to fall out of the vehicle, the springs popped out.
Cheap handles,break while trying to adjust, puts person in unsafe positions were it locks when it breaks.
Consumer took vehicle to have a front end alignment done, and mechanic stated that frame was cracked. Consumer called gmc, and was told to take vehicle to an authorized dealer. Dealer stated vehicle was abused and aggressively treated.
Tailgate intermittently comes open whenever a load is carried. Vehicle has been in dealer's shop on several occasions, and problem is reoccurring.
Frame and bumper lean to the left side. Dealer has replaced the leaf springs and problem still exists.
There has been a persistent problem with the tailgate on this truck from day 1. Driving down the street and for no apparent reason the tailgate pops open. I have had this happen so often that I now use bungee cords to keep the tailgate shut in case the latch fails. I have had dealers twice do warranty work on this, but they haven't really found the problem yet. The latch looks normal, everything seems to line up, but you never know when the tailgate is going to flop open. Usually when I'm pulling a trailer, but often not.. My theory is that the frame and body are so flexible that tolerances open up and pop, the latch no longer holds. Hope you guys have some kind of a handle on this problem. Thanks-- jms
Vechicle has been in shop several times for the same thing. Leaning down 1-3/4inch on left side of truck.
The handle to adjust the seat broke off. Yh
Steering pull to the right. Got it repair but I think it'll happen again. 3rd door handle broke off.. Look like they were made very cheap and I think it 'll broke agian. They should use metal to make door handles.
Driver's side door does not close properly, several repair attempts however continues to not close properly.
Radio failed.
The pickup truck was given to the dealer 2 times already and the interor leakage problem still exists. On the first attempt, the dealer claimed that I left the door open and it was my fault the vehicle leaked. On the second attempt at taking it to the dealer, I sat in their lobby for an hour-and-a-half while they claimed they were fixing the problem. The next day it rained and the vehicle continued to leak. I am contacting the dealer tomorrow for a third attempt at repair.
The extended cab driver's side door frame is loose, and causes the door not to latch properly. The door leaks when it rains and the door has opened unexpectedly. Please list more details.
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