Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V066000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1998 to 07/31/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 805368 | 04/10/2006 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/08/2006 | 03/08/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain pickup trucks have galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position. over time these cables can corrode and fracture when loads are applied to them. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If one cable fractures, the remaining cable may retain the tailgate in a horizontal position. if both cables fracture, the tailgate would drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. if anyone is sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured, they could fall and be injured. on vehicles without a bumper, the tailgate may drop to a lower position. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the galvanized support cables with stainless steel support cables. in addition, dealers are to inspect the tailgate hinge and replace it, if necessary. the recall is expected to begin during april 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 06019.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| 3128 | 01/01/2004 | 10009932 | All full size trucks pick up box sheet metal fracture/damage with aftermarket accessories installed. *sc | 11/02/2004 | |
| 300701 | 07/30/2001 | 625162 | Information regarding frontal wind noise condition. *yh | 11/19/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 071503 | 07/15/2003 | 10003791 | Revised requirements for installing the running board. *tt | 10/31/2003 | |
| 030844011 | 07/01/2003 | 10002945 | Tweeter speaker rattle in front side door(s), tweeter speaker falls out of position. *tt | 10/01/2003 | |
| 020849007 | 09/01/2002 | 10000072 | Center console lid hard to open or close. *tt | 02/12/2003 | |
| 010866014A | 02/01/2005 | 010866014B | 634819 | Pickup box sheet metal fracture / damage with aftermarket accessories installed. *tt | 10/09/2002 |
| 010866005 | 06/01/2001 | 623084 | Information regarding new pickup box reinforcement kits which are available for customers who may want to install a cross toolbox, side box, or a ladder rack system as an accessory. *tt | 10/26/2001 | |
| 230701 | 07/23/2001 | 621226 | Some customers may comment that the center console latch may stick or will not open. *tt | 09/12/2001 | |
| 9908110004 | 05/01/1999 | 606014 | Some owners may complain of squeak or rattle noise from front hinge pillar / instrument panel area. *tt | 08/05/1999 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 010864014A | 07/01/2002 | 010864014 | 634821 | Some customers may comment that the manual lock lever comes loose from the door trim panel. *tt | 10/09/2002 |
| 010864015 | 10/01/2001 | 627471 | Information regarding front and rear side access door noise. *yh | 02/07/2002 | |
| 010864014 | 10/01/2001 | 627425 | Subject on door manual lock lever disengages from door trim panel. *yh | 02/07/2002 | |
| 160801 | 08/16/2001 | 625323 | Subject regarding new door check link. *jg | 11/19/2001 | |
| 060801 | 08/06/2001 | 625290 | Some vehicles may experience a sqeaking sound coming from the front doors while opening and closing. *slc | 11/19/2001 | |
| 000864016 | 12/01/2000 | 619727 | Customer comments that the 3rd or 4th door is hard to close when cold. *tt | 06/25/2001 | |
| 000864003 | 02/01/2000 | 611265 | Some owners may comment on a rattle noise when closing either of the front doors. this noise may be more noticeable when the window is in the down position. *tt | 05/31/2000 | |
| 990864029 | 12/01/1999 | 6089971 | Experiencing a rattle type noise coming from the driver's or passenger's front side door. *tt | 03/01/2000 | |
| 990864027 | 10/01/1999 | 6088952 | Customer may comment that a high effort is required to close either front door. *tt | 01/12/2000 | |
| 8651520 | 12/01/1998 | 603088 | Comments about a squeak noise when opening or closing the front doors. *tt | 02/02/1999 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||||
| 3464 | 10014808 | Door hinge replacement kit. *tt | 05/10/2005 | ||
| 010864015 | 10/01/2001 | 628505 | Subject regarding front and rear side door access door noise (replace door check link). *jg | 03/12/2002 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||||
| 050602 | 05/06/2002 | 636609 | Some customers may comment about hood hinge wind noise . *tt | 11/10/2002 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE | |||||
| 3227 | 10/04/2006 | 3227C | 10011755 | Tailgate cable slack. this includes 1998-2006 chevrolet and gmc full and mid size trucks. *eh updated. *kb | 01/31/2005 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE | ||||||
| RQ04010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/28/2004 | 04/14/2005 | TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLE BREAKAGE | ||
| Odi is upgrading rq04-010 and opening an engineering analysis to further investigate the tailgate support cables installed in 1998, 1999, and partial year 2000 silverados and sierras (c/k models).general motors is conducting recall campaign 04v-129 to replace the tailgate support cables originally installed in certain model year 2000 - 2004 sierras and silverados.general motors has advised odi that the materials used for the tailgate cable sheathing installed in c/k models had inadvertently changed in october 1999, increasing the propensity for voids in and around the galvanized steel cable strands which can allow moisture to wick among the strands, leading to oxidation and weakening of the strands.since odi initiated rq04-010 in september 2004, odi has received 10 additonal non-injury complaints on my 1998-99 c/k vehicles, but no additional injury complaints.during this same period, gm has received 564 non-injury and 35 injury complaints. odi has received 6 injury complaints and 38 non-injury complaints from owners of model year 2000 c/k vehicles and requires further investigation to determine whether these incidents occurred in vehicles within the scope of campaign 04v-129 or should be added to the injury summary for rq04-010. | ||||||
| EA04005 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/19/2004 | 09/28/2004 | TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE | 04E067000 | |
| General motors filed a defect notice 04v-129 on march 17, 2004, which outlines a program to replace the tailgate cables installed in affected model year 2000-2004 vehicles.refer to odi's closing report for ea04-005 for additional information.odi is aware of reports of tailgate cable breakage occurring in model year 1999 and earlier vehicles.these vehicles were equipped with similar tailgate cables as addressed by 04v-129, but are not being addressed by campaign o4v-129.odi is initiating a separate investigation to address these vehicles.the complaint-injury-fatality statistics summarized above pertain to model year 2000-2004 vehicles. the complaint-injury statistics for model year 1999 and earlier vehicles are summarized on the opening resume for that investigation. | ||||||
| EA05007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/14/2005 | 04/11/2006 | TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES | 06V066000 | |
| General motors is conducting a safety recall to remove and replace the tailgate support cables installed in 805,368 model year 1999 and 2000 gmt 800 model vehicles.the model year 1999 and 2000 gmt-800 series vehicles that will be campaigned had contributed a significant majority of the total complaints (87%) and injuries (79%) associated with the tailgate support cable breakage in the model year 1998 - 2000 c/k series vehicles addressed by this investigation. | ||||||
| EA04005 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/19/2004 | 09/28/2004 | TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE | 04V129000 | |
| General motors filed a defect notice 04v-129 on march 17, 2004, which outlines a program to replace the tailgate cables installed in affected model year 2000-2004 vehicles.refer to odi's closing report for ea04-005 for additional information.odi is aware of reports of tailgate cable breakage occurring in model year 1999 and earlier vehicles.these vehicles were equipped with similar tailgate cables as addressed by 04v-129, but are not being addressed by campaign o4v-129.odi is initiating a separate investigation to address these vehicles.the complaint-injury-fatality statistics summarized above pertain to model year 2000-2004 vehicles. the complaint-injury statistics for model year 1999 and earlier vehicles are summarized on the opening resume for that investigation. | ||||||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | ||||||
| EA04005 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/19/2004 | 09/28/2004 | TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE | 04V129000 | |
| General motors filed a defect notice 04v-129 on march 17, 2004, which outlines a program to replace the tailgate cables installed in affected model year 2000-2004 vehicles.refer to odi's closing report for ea04-005 for additional information.odi is aware of reports of tailgate cable breakage occurring in model year 1999 and earlier vehicles.these vehicles were equipped with similar tailgate cables as addressed by 04v-129, but are not being addressed by campaign o4v-129.odi is initiating a separate investigation to address these vehicles.the complaint-injury-fatality statistics summarized above pertain to model year 2000-2004 vehicles. the complaint-injury statistics for model year 1999 and earlier vehicles are summarized on the opening resume for that investigation. | ||||||
| EA05007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/14/2005 | 04/11/2006 | TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES | 06V066000 | |
| General motors is conducting a safety recall to remove and replace the tailgate support cables installed in 805,368 model year 1999 and 2000 gmt 800 model vehicles.the model year 1999 and 2000 gmt-800 series vehicles that will be campaigned had contributed a significant majority of the total complaints (87%) and injuries (79%) associated with the tailgate support cable breakage in the model year 1998 - 2000 c/k series vehicles addressed by this investigation. | ||||||
| EA04005 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/19/2004 | 09/28/2004 | TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE | 04E067000 | |
| General motors filed a defect notice 04v-129 on march 17, 2004, which outlines a program to replace the tailgate cables installed in affected model year 2000-2004 vehicles.refer to odi's closing report for ea04-005 for additional information.odi is aware of reports of tailgate cable breakage occurring in model year 1999 and earlier vehicles.these vehicles were equipped with similar tailgate cables as addressed by 04v-129, but are not being addressed by campaign o4v-129.odi is initiating a separate investigation to address these vehicles.the complaint-injury-fatality statistics summarized above pertain to model year 2000-2004 vehicles. the complaint-injury statistics for model year 1999 and earlier vehicles are summarized on the opening resume for that investigation. | ||||||
| RQ04010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/28/2004 | 04/14/2005 | TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLE BREAKAGE | ||
| Odi is upgrading rq04-010 and opening an engineering analysis to further investigate the tailgate support cables installed in 1998, 1999, and partial year 2000 silverados and sierras (c/k models).general motors is conducting recall campaign 04v-129 to replace the tailgate support cables originally installed in certain model year 2000 - 2004 sierras and silverados.general motors has advised odi that the materials used for the tailgate cable sheathing installed in c/k models had inadvertently changed in october 1999, increasing the propensity for voids in and around the galvanized steel cable strands which can allow moisture to wick among the strands, leading to oxidation and weakening of the strands.since odi initiated rq04-010 in september 2004, odi has received 10 additonal non-injury complaints on my 1998-99 c/k vehicles, but no additional injury complaints.during this same period, gm has received 564 non-injury and 35 injury complaints. odi has received 6 injury complaints and 38 non-injury complaints from owners of model year 2000 c/k vehicles and requires further investigation to determine whether these incidents occurred in vehicles within the scope of campaign 04v-129 or should be added to the injury summary for rq04-010. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 03/31/2003 | 06/26/1999 | ||
| 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 . *nlm | |||
| 02/06/2001 | 40000 | 2 | 05/15/1999 |
| 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. *jb | |||
| 03/05/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| Has been out of service for 15 days in less than 1 yr. vibrations, comp reprogrammed 2 or 3 times now mileage decreased, clunks from rear end and on left turns, padding in seat failed, rear slider frame cracked and leaks. dealer got replacement windows but they were cracked too. still not fixed. dealer couldn't fix some after repeated tries, had to go to another dealer to finally get some fixed. side view mirror glass fell out. what's this truck going to be like a year from now? *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 11/01/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that there was excessive corrosion on the frame. the contact also mentioned that due to the corrosion, the brake lines failed. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that all of the brake lines needed to replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 91,000. | |||
| 11/01/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that there was excessive corrosion on the frame. the contact also mentioned that due to the corrosion, the brake lines failed. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that all of the brake lines needed to replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 91,000. kmj | |||
| 11/01/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that there was excessive corrosion on the frame. the contact also mentioned that due to corrosion the brake lines failed. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who stated that all of the brake lines needed to replaced . the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,0000 and current mileage was 91,000. pm | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer noticed that front fender rubbed a hole through brake line, causing vehicle to lose brake fluid. *ak | |||
| 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 | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||
| 05/10/2002 | 1 | 08/24/1999 | |
| 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. *yh | |||
| 06/11/2001 | 1 | 03/31/1999 | |
| 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. *yh | |||
| 03/30/2000 | 2 | 07/31/1999 | |
| 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. *slc | |||
| 02/20/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| I was driving at about 30mph,aloud humming noise started,and my abs light came on.i turned off the ignition,but the noise continued.i found the humming noise coming from under the truck,on the drivers side,under door area.there is a blackbox with 2 electrical plugs.it was necessary to pull one of the plugs to get the humming to stop.but now my abs light and my brake lights are on all the time on dash.took the truck to original dealership,and was told that the abs pump and module both went bad.i was told that the cost to repairs would be $1685.66.i just can't believe that both parts went bad.the truck is only 2 years old.now i am driving with my truck in this condition,because i don't have enough available cash on hand to have the repairs done.(2) both drivers side and passenger side windows rattle when they are down.it doesn't matter how far down the windows are.i'm waiting for them to break.it sounds as if they are ready to fall off the track.this has been a problem since i purchased the truck.i told the dealer about it ,but nothing was ever done to correct the problem.(3)also,on the front passenger door,there is an air leak when i am driving,again told dealer,and nothing was done.(4)on the third door on right side,rear,water leaks in around glass.took it back to dealer,& was told they couldn't find the reason for the water leak.still continues to leak,when it rains or i wash the truck.another problem i have is with the truck hydroplaneing in the rain.this has also been going on since i purchased truck new in feb.1999.lost total control on one occasion.truck went completely sideways on roadway.i was traveling at about 50mph.,in a 60mph zone.i was in traffic at the time,the other vehicles around me realzed the situation,and backed off giving me room.when i finally regained control,i pulled off of the highway.i was very badly shaken from the experience*ak (tiresize: p265-75r16)( dot number: tire size: p265-75r16 ) | |||
| 1 | |||
| Keyless entry failed. *slc | |||
| 02/22/2000 | 5 | 02/01/1999 | |
| My vehicle dies while driving down the road, is very hard to start, right and third door had air and water leak, my truck also has a clanking noise underneath frame. *ak | |||
| 2 | 03/19/1999 | ||
| Driver door is hard to close, wiring harness loose. *slc | |||
| 3 | 03/19/1999 | ||
| Door locks failed. *slc | |||
| 2 | 03/19/1999 | ||
| Driver door is hard to close, wiring harness loose. *slc | |||
| 3 | 03/19/1999 | ||
| Door locks failed. *slc | |||
| 04/28/1999 | 2 | 04/21/1999 | |
| The door leaks air and water came through into vehicle through door area. *mjs | |||
| 07/05/1999 | |||
| Automatic door lock: once started the engine consumer is not able to unlock the door with the door lever. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 05/10/2002 | 1 | 08/24/1999 | |
| 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. *yh | |||
| 01/01/2002 | |||
| 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.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 12/19/2004 | 1 | ||
| The consumer heard a loud noise from the rear of the vehicle at 40 miles per hour. the consumer looked back and noticed that the rear liftgate cable had snapped causing the liftgate to fall. *jb | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 1 | 08/01/2000 | |
| Tail gate cable failure. *bf the right side cable snapped and broke while loading the truck. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/12/2004 | 101000 | 1 | 03/01/1999 |
| 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 *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 03/22/2001 | 1 | 09/07/1999 | |
| Springs on hood are not strong enough to hold hood. anybody could be working under hood and be trapped or hurt without noticing.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE | |||
| 08/17/2004 | 100000 | 1 | |
| While standing on the tailgate it broke. consumer stated there was a recall on the 2000 models, but not on the 1999 model. *ak | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 1 | ||
| Tailgate will not stay closed and latched. always drops open while driving. *ak | |||
| 09/14/2003 | 33000 | 1 | |
| Tailgate cable is rusting out. consumer feels that the cable is going to break. manufacturer and dealer have been informed.*ak | |||
| 03/27/2001 | 2 | ||
| Vehicle will not go into drive after it sits for a while. vehicle will start up, but once it goes in drive engine will rev, but no movement. problem seems to be intermittent. dealer couldn't find anything wrong with vehicle. consumer is considering getting a second opinion. *ak when hitting bumps and applying the brakes, there is a noise. accelerator pedal sticks, dealer replaced the throtle body. plastic bezel at tailgate handle came off, delaer reinstalled. *slc | |||
| 3 | |||
| The tailgate is out of alignment. *slc | |||
| 12/01/1998 | |||
| I am planning on turning this vehicle in on the lemon law. no safety defect listed witin summary. *ak | |||
| 04/23/1999 | 4 | 12/01/1998 | |
| New vehicles need more testing before they are sold to the public. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 03/10/2006 | 1 | ||
| My cable snapped and the tailgate of my 1999 chevy silverado when loading firewood. i also bent the hinge. i understand there is a recall on this. when i called about it i was told my truck/vin# was not included in the recall. if gmc has identified a problem they should not eliminate some trucks. *jb | |||
| 03/19/2001 | 1 | ||
| Tailgate cable failed - why aren;t the '99s included in the recall? *nm | |||
| 10/07/2005 | 113000 | 1 | 12/27/2003 |
| Dt: contact stated that the passenger side tailgate cable broke. there a tailgate cable recall 04v129000 on other years of this model vehicle. the dealer and manufacturer informed him that this vehicle was not included in the recall. *ak | |||
| 10/03/2005 | 115000 | 2 | 11/20/1998 |
| I have had to replace tailgate cable twice on my 1999 silverado. i have been informed that there is a recall on 2000 and later silverado's. mine is the new body style which is identical to the 2000 and later models. something is not right here. this is a safety hazard. *jb | |||
| 09/11/2005 | 129000 | 1 | 10/20/1998 |
| Dt: both straps on the cables that hold up the tailgate broke. a recall was issued, but this vehicle was not included due to vin. . contacted the dealer and called gmc, the did not offer any assistance, and the dealer charged the consumer to have it fixed. the cables broke on september 11, 2005 and they repaired it on september 19, 2005. *ak | |||
| 08/06/2005 | 80000 | 1 | 05/05/1999 |
| Dt: the caller had galvanized support cable for the tailgate brake. there was a recall on the year after and she felt it should include her vehicle. . dealer said it was the same part as in the recall. manufacturer offered no help.*ak | |||
| 07/30/2005 | 85000 | 1 | |
| Placing a 150 pound load on the tailgate caused the cables to break. these exact same faulty cables are included in a recall for 2000 through 2004 trucks, but for some reason, not the same model of 1999 truck. *jb | |||
| 07/25/2005 | 77500 | 2 | |
| Cables used to support tailgate suddenly snapped while 2 average adult males were sitting on the gate. upon inspection it was noted that the cables appeared to be rusted and corroded inside the protective coating. *nm | |||
| 05/13/2004 | 160000 | 1 | 08/15/2000 |
| Tailgate cable broke completly while loading a mower, damaging my tailgate and inner bed hinges as well as the outer hinge on the tailgate itself. i noticed that the 2000 and up models were recalled but, mine was not a part of the recall. my model is exact to the ones currently recalled because it was the first year of the new style change-over. i would appreciate some investigation and/or feedback. thank you, mike ireland | |||
| 12/20/2002 | 55000 | 1 | 12/28/1999 |
| 1999 chevrolet silvarado pickup tailgate came open and one cable snapped as i was going 55 mph down a state highway. tailgate was dragged by the other cable until i could stop.*ak | |||
| 07/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Tailgate cable broke on my 1999 chevrolet silverado pickup truck despite the fact that i never sat heavy objects on the tailgate.*ak | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 70000 | 1 | |
| I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado. mine was not recalled due to tailgate cable failures. my tailgate cables have in fact failed. general motors needs to recall all of these vehicles for cable failure.*ak | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 66934 | 6 | 09/12/1999 |
| Parking brake has never been effective to hold vehicle, at 66000 miles the rear axle pinion bearings wore out. at 68 k000miles the abs controller stopped working/ fuse had to be pulled to stop motor. [should there have been a recall on this part as a lot of silverados have the same problem] 73000 miles front axle housing split in two halves literally/ had to remove axle. 50000 miles battery corroded and leaked at positive terminal tailgate straps broke, luckily one first.*ak | |||
| 03/07/2005 | 51000 | 1 | 11/01/1998 |
| When opening the tailgate the cables broke without warning. a recall was issued however the consumer's vehicle was not included because it was a 1999 model. *jb *nm | |||
| 01/17/2005 | 117900 | 2 | 03/10/2003 |
| I parked my 99 chevrolet silverado z71 outside for 2 evenings. when i came out to my truck 2 days later, i realized that i did not close the tailgate. but then i noticed that the tailgate was hanging down further than it should be, resting on the bumper of the truck. it turns out that both of the cables that hold the tailgate in place had sheared off and dropped the tailgate onto the bumper. the cables had rusted straight through and caused damage to the tailgate because of it. i am currently in the process of replacing the broken cables, and will save the cables for future reference. *nm | |||
| 07/19/2004 | 38100 | 1 | 10/26/1998 |
| While placing the lawn mower onto the tailgate the strap broke. this vehicle was not included in the nhtsa recall, talgate support cable 04v129000. *ak. consumer replaced both tailgate cables at his own expense.*ak | |||
| 10/05/2004 | 38800 | 1 | 11/01/2001 |
| Consumer stated driver's side tailgate cable broke due to rust. *ak the dealer and manufacturer were contacted but indicated that there were not replacement parts available. the consumer was also told that the 1999 model was not covered under the current recall. *nm | |||
| 11/10/2004 | 95000 | 2 | 03/15/1999 |
| Opened tailgate and both support cables snapped, one after the other. had some one been standing or moving equipment on the tailgate, serious injury may have occurred. because the cable was rubber coated, you were not aware of the problem until failure. the deal indicated that failures of these cables are well known, and 200-2004 trucks were recalled, however 1999 (new body style) with same tailgate arrangement were not recalled. with both cables failing within minutes of each other why did gm not recall like designed components?*ak | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 133000 | 1 | 05/27/2004 |
| Pe 03-049/tailgate cable breakage: while opening the tailgate, both support cables broke and caused the tailgate to drop completely down. the dealer informed the consumer that part was not covered under the manufacturer recall. *jb | |||
| 10/10/2002 | 1 | ||
| 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. *nm | |||
| 01/08/2003 | 60000 | 1 | |
| 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. *ak | |||
| 07/10/2004 | 126800 | 2 | 09/06/2002 |
| 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. *ak | |||
| 08/29/2004 | 72990 | 1 | |
| 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. *ak | |||
| 08/12/2004 | 1 | 07/08/2000 | |
| 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 *jb | |||
| 07/21/2004 | 58000 | 1 | |
| 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 *tc | |||
| 07/20/2004 | 85000 | 1 | |
| 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. *jb | |||
| 04/19/2004 | 59000 | 1 | 07/28/1999 |
| 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. *sc | |||
| 05/23/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving 35 mph tailgate cable snapped on the passenger side because it was rusted and corroded. *ak | |||
| 04/06/2004 | 1 | ||
| 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. *mr | |||
| 02/01/2002 | 100000 | 1 | 08/15/1999 |
| 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. *jb | |||
| 07/07/2003 | 38000 | 1 | 11/05/2000 |
| Both the tailgate cables broke around the same time and i have 1999 sliverado. *ak | |||
| 03/01/2003 | 100000 | 2 | 03/19/2003 |
| 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 *jb | |||
| 12/31/2001 | 3 | 04/30/1999 | |
| Tail gate cable failed | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 08/09/2011 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of brakes while driving. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the brake lines were completely rusted through. the contact also stated that the frame was rusted through and there was hole the size of a half dollar on the passenger side of the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 150,000. sm. | |||
| 08/09/2011 | 150000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated the brake lines on the vehicle have completely rusted. the contact was driving the vehicle and loss the brakes. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and it was confirmed that the brakes lines were rusted through. the contact stated the frame is also rusted through and there a whole the size of a half dollar on the passenger side of the vehicle. the failure mileage and current mileages were 150,000.rl | |||
| 09/04/2010 | 105000 | ||
| Tl. the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silver ado. the contact stated while rotating tires on the vehicle the contact notice excessive the frame rust. the contact stated the rust split the frame in two and could have caused a crash while on the highway. the contact called the manufacturer and they informed the contact that they only warranty the frame up to 100,000 miles. they also informed the contact to drive to the dealer and make a report. the contact stated the manufacturer will not provide any assistance on repairing the frame. the contact stated the vehicle is unsafe to drive and fears of causing a crash. the failure mileage was 105,000. jo | |||
| 03/04/2010 | 120000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. he noticed the rear frame under near the rear tires was rusted and corroded up to the middle of the frame. there had been no repairs performed on the vehicle at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 120,000 and the current was 120,000. updated 04/22/10 *bf | |||
| 06/23/2005 | 300 | 25 | 08/09/1999 |
| I bought this truck in ohio for my wife cheryl, she reported that the abs brake would simply not work on accasion and the pedal would go straight to the floor .we took the vehicle in to the dealer but he could not find the problem . at lows speeds i was able to reproduce the problem. dealers down here say the sensor is bad. we pulled the fuse to disable the brakes when the vehicle was new becuase a delphi engineer told me that would at least keep the brakes working . i have 58000 miles on my truck and we have replaced the calipers the rotors and even some of the brake lines have rusted rupturing and causing a loss of brakes. the power steering hose line rusted at the cooler radiator. . yesterday the chevy dealer in gainseville called me to the shop to see how the frame is being eaten away , i believe the vehicle either wasn't proberly prepared when built or the protective paints and coating were deffective. the records at jim douglas chevolet evidence the expenses we have incuured to keep the truck operational. the abs module and the loss of break lines seem to relflect extemely poor metal coorosion resistance , even both my tailgate cable rusted and broke .each time i have taken in to the chevy dealer for repair they are amazed at the corrosion problems. even the tire jack in the passenger compartment was rusted and it was never used. the screws inside the center console were rusted. i spent between 2500.00 and 3000.00 in just the brake problem and that is without trying to fix the defective sensor module. i assure absent a forced recall i suspect gm will not fix this problem. gm conumer relatios suggested i get a recall number and maybe they could be of further assistance. thus i am send you my complaint. sincerely david and cheryl king . our vin is 1gcek19t2xz211614 our model is ck15753 the car was assembled at fort wayne. june 6,1999. note i selected 25 failures as an estimated of failed componets in the unrecarrage including the brakes and the abs module. | |||
| 02/01/2003 | |||
| The rear frame of the vehicle is cracked. please fill in additional information. dealer is aware of the problem. ph | |||
| 06/01/2001 | |||
| 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.*ak | |||
| 06/26/2001 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Consumer had taken vehicle into dealer for routine maintenance and was told that vehicle had a cracked frame.*ak abs module failed. sending unit module failed. *slc | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | ||
| Rear window is leaking and allowing water to enter into cab of vehicle. dealership has examined vehicle and determined that there is a crack in the frame that holds the window in place. this is a common problem in these vehicles. *ak the back plastic frame cracks around the windshield, causing the leak, the only solution was to replace the rear windshield, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 05/05/2000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle suffered a cracked frame on both sides while in transit with no prior warning, general motors stated the consumer was pulling too much weight in the trailer however scale ticket showed the weight was well below maximum limits outlined on general motors owners manual (attorney for client). nlm | |||
| 01/10/2000 | 2 | 11/01/1998 | |
| Rear frame broke above both rear wheels, no excessive weight ever placed in this truck. frame just cracked and broke while sitting in packing lot.*ak | |||
| 05/05/2000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle suffered a cracked frame on both sides while in transit with no prior warning, general motors stated the consumer was pulling too much weight in the trailer however scale ticket showed the weight was well below maximum limits outlined on general motors owners manual (attorney for client). nlm | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 06/23/2005 | 300 | 25 | 08/09/1999 |
| I bought this truck in ohio for my wife cheryl, she reported that the abs brake would simply not work on accasion and the pedal would go straight to the floor .we took the vehicle in to the dealer but he could not find the problem . at lows speeds i was able to reproduce the problem. dealers down here say the sensor is bad. we pulled the fuse to disable the brakes when the vehicle was new becuase a delphi engineer told me that would at least keep the brakes working . i have 58000 miles on my truck and we have replaced the calipers the rotors and even some of the brake lines have rusted rupturing and causing a loss of brakes. the power steering hose line rusted at the cooler radiator. . yesterday the chevy dealer in gainseville called me to the shop to see how the frame is being eaten away , i believe the vehicle either wasn't proberly prepared when built or the protective paints and coating were deffective. the records at jim douglas chevolet evidence the expenses we have incuured to keep the truck operational. the abs module and the loss of break lines seem to relflect extemely poor metal coorosion resistance , even both my tailgate cable rusted and broke .each time i have taken in to the chevy dealer for repair they are amazed at the corrosion problems. even the tire jack in the passenger compartment was rusted and it was never used. the screws inside the center console were rusted. i spent between 2500.00 and 3000.00 in just the brake problem and that is without trying to fix the defective sensor module. i assure absent a forced recall i suspect gm will not fix this problem. gm conumer relatios suggested i get a recall number and maybe they could be of further assistance. thus i am send you my complaint. sincerely david and cheryl king . our vin is 1gcek19t2xz211614 our model is ck15753 the car was assembled at fort wayne. june 6,1999. note i selected 25 failures as an estimated of failed componets in the unrecarrage including the brakes and the abs module. | |||