2001 Chevrolet Silverado body complaints

Filed Oct 28, 2003 · Body · 48,500 miles · FL

I own a 2001 chevrolet silverado. Both tailgate cables snapped. This could have been very dangerous if I were loading equipment into the truck when this happened.

Filed Oct 28, 2003 · Body · 34,250 miles · LA

The left tailgate cable on my 2001 cheverolet silverado 2500 hd broke a couple of days ago. Fortunately the right held and no serious injury ocurred. However both had to be replaced because of rust inside the protective sleeves had eaten away the metal. This problem is concealed by the protective cover over the steel cable.

Filed Oct 1, 2003 · Body · GA

Tailgate cable snapped, causing the tailgate to collapse without warning.

Filed May 30, 2003 · Body · 31,562 miles · LA

Both straps on the tailgate of my 2001 silverado pickup broke. I was standing on the back of the tailgate loading a 13 hp lawn mower into the back of the truck using ramps and right side strap broke, and the left broke within one second of the right breaking. According to the dealer it is under warranty. However, this seems to be a problem with these vehicles. The local dealer says they change at least one set a day on pickups. Gmc knows this is a problem and no recall has been issued.

Filed Apr 25, 2003 · Body · 22,000 miles · FL

The tailgate cable broke. Dealer notified.

Filed Apr 14, 2003 · Body · TX

The tail gate cables rusted through, which caused the tail gate to have no support.

Filed Mar 18, 2003 · Body · LA

While driving and without prior warning the vehicles tailgate broke and caused the vehicle to sway from left to right. Please provide any additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem.

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Body · NC

Tailgate was in down position when both tailgate straps broke. *ak

Filed Feb 25, 2003 · Body · MI

The tailgate fell off the vehicle.

Filed Oct 1, 2002 · Body · IL

The consumer states that when they unhooked the tail gate, the straps had broken. This is a common problem. Nlm the tailgate straps are covered with plastic. Moisture gets behind the plastic cover and holds it to the cable to rust. The plastic on the straps should be sealed at both ends, preventing rust to form inside. The technician found that the tailgate cables are defective-replaced cables.

Filed Jun 17, 2002 · Body · LA · 2 injuries

While 2 persons were sitting on open tailgate, tailgate assembly broke on both sides, and both persons suffered minor injuries.*ak

Filed May 15, 2002 · Body, Engine · LA

The consumer states that there is a clattering noise during acceleration/pinging, up inclines and under load weight. And found excessive valve clattering on acceleration and decarbonized the valves, but were unable to resolve the problem. (the vehicle was released with the knowledge that the pinging still occured) the consumer is giving chevrolet the oppurtunity to resolve the problem in a timely manner, and if these problems are not repairable, then he is expecting a refund of the purchase price with interest.

Filed Apr 12, 2001 · Body · CA · crash

Rear bumper assembly bubbled on top when involved in a low speed accident. Wher econsumer was backing up at less than 5 MPH, and another consumer was pulling out. Manufacturer stated that bumper met or exceeded standards. Consumer felt that damage would have been far more severe in event of a high speed impact, and was concerned about safety and effectiveness of bumper. Please provide any additional information/attachments/photographs.