The wire cables holding the tailgate to the bed broke and two people setting on the gate were surprised to fall to the ground. The truck was setting still. The dealer charged me full price for the replacement and offered no apology, or relief in this matter.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado body complaints
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Consumer received recall 04v129000 for the 2001, chevrolet , silverado concerning defective tailgate. However consumer owned same make and model for another vehicle which was not included in the recall. The tailgate cable rusted.
Tail gate cable failure. *bf the right side cable snapped and broke while loading the truck. *sc
The consumer stated that the straps which held the tailgate in place broke, forcing the driver to fall to the ground injuring himself. The owner contacted the manufacturer and was told that only the trucks from 2000 to 2004 were being recalled. However, this problem is occurring in other models as well. Provide further details. *jb
I was on a float trip in the southeastern part of missouri. I lent my truck to one of my fraternity brothers to drive to the back of the campsite to get a paper so that we could board the bus. My tailgate was down while he was driving and on the way back, driver's side cable on the tailgate snapped and the tailgate fell from the truck. The passenger side cable remained secure to the tailgate and it was drug behind the truck for about 300 yards. There was damage to the tailgate itself on both sides from the rocks it was drug over. It scraped off the spray on bed liner that was on the tailgate and, because one of the cables was still attatched, beat against my bumber causing many little dents on it. I talked to gm and they said they would not fix anything because it was not under warranty and it had not been recalled. My dad is in the process of bondoing the tailgate and we will have to replace the cables, the spray in liner and get the tailgate repainted.
After sitting on the tailgate the cable snapped. There were no injuries. . Recall 04v129000 was issued for 2000 and 2004 models. The part number was the same for the 1999 and 2000 models.
When the consumer let the tailgate down, the cable broke. The consumer went to the dealer to check to see if his vehicle was involved in the current recall. The consumers vehicle was not included in the recall. *jb recall# 04e022000. *sc
While standing on the tailgate it broke. Consumer stated there was a recall on the 2000 models, but not on the 1999 model.
Right side of the tailgate cable snapped. *mr this occurred when loading a small mower. The tailgate pulled away in the process. The left side was still attached and bent a pin on the inside of the bed as well as the hinges on both sides on the inside of the bed and also bent the tailgate. May be related to recall# 04v129000. *sc
While loading lumber into my 1999 chevy k1500 silverado the tailgate support cables broke releasing the tailgate. The weight of the lumber caused the tailgate to rest on the rear bumper causing minor damage to the tailgate. The lumber itself nearly knocked myself and a friend to the ground. The replacement cables cost me $31.00 dollars from the dealer, but then I find out that the 2000-2004 silverado's have been recalled for the exact problem I have and the replacement cables sold to me by the dealer are the same faulty cables I had to begin with and that I am not eligible for the recall.
While the vehicle was parked, the driver/passenger side tail gate straps snapped. *jb this occured while the consumer loaded an atv in the back of the vehicle. Both cables on the tail gate broke at the same time. The cables showed no sign of problem before. Both cables were replaced with new gm factory cables of the same material. The cables were recalled on the 2000-2004 models. They were replaced with stainless steel.
While driving 35 MPH tailgate cable snapped on the passenger side because it was rusted and corroded.
While driving, the tailgate detached from the vehicle. The dealer replaced the tailgate. Tailgate detached from the vehicle again and the dealer installed a new latch on the tailgate making it difficult to open the tailgate. *ak
While driving at 55 MPH, the driver heard a loud noise heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The driver noticed that the passenger side tailgate broke off.
My 1999 chev p/u tailgate cable broke causing minor injury. I noticed an article recalling 2000-2004 gm's. My truck was less than 3 years old when the cable failed. 1999 gm vehicles should be included in the recall.
Both the tailgate cables broke around the same time and I have 1999 sliverado.
Tailgate will not stay closed and latched. Always drops open while driving.
Consumer noticed that front fender rubbed a hole through brake line, causing vehicle to lose brake fluid.
Tailgate cable is rusting out. Consumer feels that the cable is going to break. Manufacturer and dealer have been informed.
Rear sliding window frame cracked allowing water to enter vehicle and flooding the entire passenger compartment. It has been leaking for some time and is not noticeable until the water starts seeping from under the carpet once the padding is soaked. With the heater on, all of the glass becomes fogged which will impair visibility unless you put the windows down. The padding and carpet has also caused a very bad mildew smell. Dealership refuses to repair and states gm will only cover less than 36,000 mi. Its most likely the crack occurred before 36k with so much water under the carpet but now at 57,000 its just noticed. Gm must be aware this is a manufacture defect, but like myself there hoping most consumers with this type of vehicle won't notice the problem until after the 36k mi .
Rear sliding window frame cracked in three places, leaks water into cab. Replaced once under warranty with same plastic frame. One year later two cracks already. $275 after market window has metal frame. Called gm will not help with any of the cost. Door seals also leak and make noise at highway speeds.
The rear frame of the vehicle is cracked. Please fill in additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem. Ph
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the ABS system on his vehicle. Dealer was contacted and stated that it will have to be replaced and that is no longer under warranty. Ts
Emergency brake had to be replaced, would no longer hold when applied.*ak also, the rear brakes were worn out. The rear rotors could not be turned since it had crumbled. The driver door was replaced and the door panel was reinstalled.
While at dealership for repair work mechanic determined that rear rotors were crumbling and needed to be replaced, drums and lining as well.*ak the emergency brake was not working. The rear brakes were corroded and worn out. The rear brake pads and both rear rotors were replaced. The brake shoes on both sides were replaced. There was a squeaking noise in the front end when the vehicle goes over bumps. The driver door panel failed and was reinstalled, also the arm rest for the bucket seat pops off constantly, seat belts lock up after being replaced twice under recall, the steering joint was repaired, also when consumer steps on the gas, the truck does not move for a few seconds, the rear window was replaced, due to leaking, and the engine hesitates.
Tail gate cable failed
Abs light came on while driving also, when engine was shut off fan kept going. Dealer replaced ABS motor. *ak the rear window on passenger side leaks water. Driver side window rattles when closing door. Driver door squeaks when opening and closing. The front seat belt locks up. The front end was leaking due to front differential vent failure. Wiper blades failed. Driver?s seat would not move due to seat adjuster failure. The ABS light came on because the ABS motor was defective. Transmission was leaking. The battery was leaking and was replaced. The coolant light came on due to a leaking water pump.
Without any indication, front end of vehicle locked up, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Dealer was contacted, and stated that subframe needed to be replaced. *ak *nlm the front differential was torqued sideways and broken apart, causing the frame to have 2 breaks, this caused the front to lock up, also prior to this consumer complained of a delay between the forward and reverse, when a bump was felt when accelerating, consumer also heard a clunk noise, dealer drained and replaced the transfer case fluid twice. The engine sputters in 4 wheel low and there is a whine noise or pulley noise from the engine. The front seat arm rest fell off. The left front daytime lamp was full of water due to the assembly being improperly sealed at the factory. The brakes pulsated and pedal felt soft, dealer stated the right rear caliper was sticking and the front and rear rotors were corroded badly, causing the brake pads to wear. The electric brake was inoperable, dealer installed a new plug, the wiring harness was badly damaged. The power windows were inoperable. The left door creaks due to front door link being loose. Consumer was informed that he was supposed to sign a waiver because of the plow being placed onto the extended cab, this was because the installation was not recommended, however the consumer was never informed of this until after the installation and the problems with the vehicle.
When opening driver's door it will drop about one inch, hinges are wearing out. Passenger's front door hinges are showing signs of wear as well.
Frame near the rear axle broke on right and left sides. Dealership examined vehicle, and welded the frame together. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
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