1999 Chevrolet S10: doors won't lock, open or latch

Filed Dec 31, 2003 · Locks · CA

I have had to replace the third door handle twice now on my 1999 chevy s-10. I have also had to replace the driver's seat reclinder handle twice. I feel that this is a matter that needs to be researched more. Due to these recurrant problems are a defalt. The handles seem to be "snapping" of with no warning, and I feel that they are unsafe.

Filed Dec 24, 2003 · Body, Seats · 40,000 miles · AR

While reclining the driver side seat, the lever broke without any force being applied. Also, the passenger side lever broke on a separate occasion. *ak no force was used in either incidents they simply broke during normal use. The cost to repair the vehicle was approximately $186.00 each. Gm refuses to repair the seats and they have not issued a recall knowing there is a definitely a problem with the seats. *cb also the door handle on the jump door extended cab broke.

Filed Oct 1, 2003 · Locks, Seats · MI

Rear driver's side door handle had been replaced three times. Also, driver's recliner lever broke off, causing the seat not to adjust.

Filed Apr 22, 2003 · Locks · 30,000 miles · TN

Two fold complaint about the same part. Third door handle on ext cab chevrolet s-10 broke off in my hand. Since I purchased the truck the third door handle would depress but wouldn't open the door. It partially unlatches, but won't open until I bump the door to secure the latch, then repeat the process a second time. The repair was covered under warranty, but the handle will still only open the door about 50% of the time & feels as though it could break off in my hand every time I use it. I was informed this is a common problem with this make of vehicle.

Filed Mar 5, 2001 · Seats, Transmission · VA

Service engine light came on shortly after purchasing truck,it took several times before the problem was corrected,then when vehicle got to 50010 light came back on. Took back to dealer they fixed it again. Now it comes on for a few days then goes back off.,then back on again. Seat recliner handle broke off while truck was parked, as with the 3rd door handle also. Right front wheel hub bearings went out driving down the road. Seems that either of the components mentioned should have never happened with the mileage and I believe that it is caused by a poorly built vehicle by general motors.most of the problems began after the warranty ran out, with the exception of the service engine soon light which is an ongoing problem.

Filed Jan 11, 2001 · Body · TX

On three different occasions the door handle on the extended cab broke when the consumer attempted to open the door. Nlm

Filed Jul 25, 1999 · Body, Transmission · VA

1) one morning, I got to work and opened the 3rd door to get my work related items out. After work when I was going home, the 3rd door would not open. The handle would move, but would not open the door. Hertiage said that the bolts were not tightened correctly at the factory. On 23 july, this problem was repaired. 2) when I have the air conditioning on, the automatic transmission does not shift smoothly. It sounds as if the engine is being maxed out. It takes longer for the transmission to "kick in". To me, it doesn't sound right. Thank you!