2003 GMC Envoy XL locks problems

Filed Jun 3, 2011 · Locks · 240,000 miles · IL

I own a 2003 gmc envoy. The drivers side rear door latch has become inoperable. The door latches maybe 1 in 10 tries. I found a recall but they are telling me mine is not covered under this recall even though it is the exact problem an I am in one of the states that it covers.

Filed Sep 20, 2010 · Body, Locks · 85,000 miles · MN

My 2003 gmc envoy xl sle has a latch problem on the back doors, it has already been fixed but isn't resolved and the driver headlamp constantly burns out, 3 times in the last 2 months. I called on a recall but there isn't one. Its going to cause an accident at some point. The last time I tried to fix it the socket was burnt and plastic melted, that could've caused a major fire. I am very unhappy and don't know what can be done here, im going to get in big trouble because I can't put in another bulb it will cause more fire.

Filed Jul 13, 2010 · Locks · 110,000 miles · SD

Rear doors (back seat) malfunction, either they do not open or they do not latch and close.

Filed May 9, 2010 · Electrical, Lights · 89,458 miles · PA

In six years my 2003 envoy has had nothing but electrical issues. My lights are constantly being replaced. My head light wiring has shorted out and now the whole wiring connection needs replaced. The latest is an electrical system problem that is draining my battery and not allowing it to properly charge.

Filed Oct 1, 2008 · Body, Engine · 81,324 miles · IN · 1 injury

The rear driver door popped open and won't close. The fan clutch failed 2 weeks after I purchased the vehicle. I thought the transmission went out because it was winding really high and not driving normally. Also the rear passenger doors on both sides have malfunctioned. The window on the passenger rear went out. I have not corrected the failures as of now.

Filed Mar 5, 2008 · Locks · 51,264 miles · LA

Out back latch door, does not shut properly. You have to slam it, and it feels like it is going to break the glass. It seems like this should be a very big issue because if it fails to stay close like it sometimes does, it could be a very serious issue.

Filed Dec 27, 2007 · Locks · IN

Lift gate, upper molding cracked when opening back hatch window. Poorly designed, contacted gmc basically my problem, even though local gmc dealer has to replace several over the last few years. Also any vibration from the road causes the window and or gate to come unlatched while driving. Spoke to gmc in regards to that and I also checked for recalls. We purchased this vehicle used in 2006 its a 2003 gmc 4x4 slt xl 8-5.3l.

Filed Aug 3, 2007 · Locks · 50,827 miles · IN

Left rear door latch failed,while being replaced, I was informed right latch looked as bad. I paid $542 for these. When I contacted gmc they told me the seals had been replaced and supposedly the latches looked ok then and no I'm sorry,old parts are unavailable.

Filed May 10, 2006 · Locks · 103,000 miles · MI

Rear hatch cover for 2003 gmc envoy xl, in winter climates, snow then ice collects and it can break, potentially come off going down the highway, could it cause an accident? Hasn't happened yet, but they still have not changed the design, and according to former service writer at local dealership,they have repaired or replace several. First repair consists of using adhesive under hatch, doesn't last long. I consider it a design defect, that should be changed, again would only be a problem in winter climate areas. Incident date is date schedule for replacement of part.

Filed Apr 10, 2006 · Locks · 34,500 miles · OH

Dt*: the contact stated on 10-14-04 both rear door latches were replaced because the doors were failing to lock. In 2-06 the contact received a recall letter concerning the latches/locks and linkages; the federal safety agency recall # 05v494000. On 3-13-06 the dealership replaced the weather stripping around the rear doors and inspected the vehicle for corrosion on the latches. The dealership determined there was no corrosion on the latches. On 4-8-06 while driving at 40 MPH, as the contact was making a right turn, the passenger side rear door flew open, causing extensive damage to the front passenger door and to the rear passenger door. Both child safety locks were engaged at the time of the incident. The vehicle was towed to the dealership on 4-08-06.