Hatchback/liftgate Hinge Problems in popular cars
Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Chevrolet Tahoe
The car was a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. Leaving to go on vacation and putting things in the rear of car when we noticed that the hinge on the right side of the liftgate was broken. We managed to secure the window and had to go anyway. Never opened the rear again until leaving to come home from vacation and noticed that the other side has broken off . We managed to secure the window and drove home very cautiously praying that the window would stay in place. Checked to see if there was a recall on this, but to no avail. , but I did see where this has been a constant problem . This hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred Aug. 3, 2012.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Chevrolet Traverse
The VIN of the car is 1GNKVJED7C_. The owner has a 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that she opened the power lift-gate to retrieve luggage from the rear and as the gate opened she saw some of the luggage about to fall and reached inside the vehicle. At that point, the lift-gate stopped opening and began to close. The power lift-gate then closed on the contact, breaking her hand. The dealer and manufacturer had not been contacted at the time of the complaint. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 7,000. Updated 08/28/lj the consumer stated further x-rays revealed, a broken wrist, bruised bones and nerve damage. Updated 08/29/12. This problem occurred on 07/19/2012.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The car is a 2003 Chrysler town and country. While driving hatchback intermittently opened. No warning light shown before or after the incident. Dealership was notified, reprogramed the lift-gate module did not resolve the problem. A new latch mechanism was installed a week ago and the problem has not re-occurred. It was Fri., May. 14, 2004 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The vehicle having this issue was a 2003 Chrysler town and country. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2C8GP64L23_. Liftgate tended to pop open it on its own. The light inside the dashboard indicated that the liftgate was not open when this occurred. Took vehicle to dealer for a checkup, but the cause was undetermined. This hatchback/liftgate hinge problem happened on Monday, Jul. 5, 2004.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Dodge Grand Caravan
The vehicle involved is a 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1B4GP44G9W_. The hatchback door strut hinges failed, causing the door to fall. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. It was 07/11/2004 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Dodge Caravan
The car involved is a 2002 Dodge Caravan. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1GCCS19Z2R_. While vehicle was parked rear liftgate glass shattered. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. This issue happened on Wed., Jan. 5, 2005.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Ford Explorer
The car was a 2004 Ford Explorer. My car was parked outside of the grocery store. I opened the rear hatch to load my groceries. As I reached up to close the hatch the right side of it collapsed and fell right on my head leaving a large lump. Upon investigation I found that the hinge on the right side of the hatch had snapped and the weight of the hatch has twisted the hinge on the left side. Luckily, I broke the fall of the hatch or there would have been shattered glass everywhere. Definitely a safety issue. This problem occurred on January 5, 2014.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Ford Escape
The car involved is a 2008 Ford Escape. The VIN of the problem Escape is 1FMCU94108_. Both of the hinges on the rear liftgate glass were cracked and splitting. The local dealer said that this could allow the rear glass to fall off in traffic causing both damage to my truck and to other motorist. I feel that this is a safety issue and should be recalled as an inferior part for Ford to be using on their vehicles. It was Tuesday, November 26, 2013 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of GMC Yukon
The vehicle having this issue was a 2004 GMC Yukon xl. The VIN of this Yukon is 1GKEC13Z84_. In sept. Of 2007, I noticed a squeaking noise each time I opened the back hatch. When I investigated the source, I opened the back hatch window and the hinges that held the glass to the body of the car were separating causing the window to fall away on a tilt. I can no longer open the window for fear it will completely come away from the vehicle. It is a huge safety concern and I can no longer open the back hatch at all any longer. The vehicle has never been hit or damaged in any way and the back window has rarely been used in the 3 years I have owned it. I have found websites with people complaining of the same safety issues with the hinges. This hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred Monday, Jan. 1, 2007.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of GMC Yukon
The car involved was a 2004 GMC Yukon denali. The VIN of this vehicle was 1GKFK66UX4_. The left rear lift glass hinge weld failed resulting in the need to replace the entire unit. The claim was denied by the extended warranty program because the defect involves a hinge. The hinge did not fail the weld to the hinge failed. This should be covered or be a recall item due under structural failure. This hatchback/liftgate hinge problem happened on Saturday, November 11, 2006.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Honda Odyssey
The car involved is a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The VIN of this vehicle is 5FNRL38478_. I opened the rear lift gate of the van. The struts that hold the gate open failed and hit my son in the head. My van has a manual lift gate and does not appear to have been included in the recall of 2008 vans with automatic lifts where the gas was leaking out of the struts and causing a similar failure. I request the NHTSA investigate the failure of the manual lift gate and require Honda to fix this equipment failure. I feel this should not have failed in a vehicle only 6 years old. I have another van (Mercury villager) that is almost 18 years old and the lift gate still operates as new. This is a safety hazard and could cause seriously injury or death. Thank you. It was Fri., Jan. 17, 2014 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Honda Odyssey
Vehicle identification number (VIN): 5FNRL38728_. 2008 Honda Odyssey exl hatchback lift gate struts gave out and fell on my head while loading groceries. The hatchback will open and close but the struts do not work. It fell with no warning of an issue. It can be very dangerous if one if not paying attention. Especially if children are near. The failure date was Monday, Dec. 16, 2013.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Hyundai Tucson
The car involved was a 2005 Hyundai Tucson. The VIN of this vehicle was KM8JN72D05_. My vehicle was parked in my driveway when I opened the rear hatch. The hinges suddenly disintegrated, busted right off. The rear window fell out striking me. The only way it was being held up and kept from falling to the ground, was by its shocks that keep window up when opened. I see that are numerous reports on this matter from various times. Is there some kind of recall on this problem?. It was Aug. 2, 2012 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Hyundai Tucson
The hinges on the back window hatch of my 2005 Hyundai Tucson just broke. For no reason, while opening the window, the entire window popped out at me. I was not seriously injured, however you would think that a vehicle of this age would not fail like this. It took me and my husband together pushing to get it back into place and close. I can no longer us the window opening to access the back of my vehicle - until I pay for repairs. I would like to find out if there have been any other complaints of this kind on either the santa fe or the Tucson?. This hatchback/liftgate hinge problem happened on October 18, 2009.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Jeep Liberty
The VIN of this vehicle was 1J4GL48K42_. Design problems with windows on 2002 Jeep Liberty. The rear swing flip up window was unsafe. Every time the rear gate was opened, the window would swing open. There was no handle on the window. (must firmly place hand on window to shut) when it rained, the window would become extremely slippery and have to be held firmly to lock. The vehicle also made a loud wind noise when driven at 45 miles per hour. The consumer stated the vehicle did not get good gas mileage.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Jeep Grand Cherokee
The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 1J4GW58NX1_. The reporting person's vehicle is a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While attempting to lift the window portion of the lift gate, the window slammed down on the contact's head. She lifted up the window a second time and it slammed down on her head again. She noticed that the two window hinges were extremely loose. The dealer was notified and would not waive the contact's deductible. The current and failure mileages were 65,407. It was September 18, 2007 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Land Rover Freelander
The car involved is a 2003 Land Rover Freelander. A sensor shut down the motor while I was driving on I-55. It required me to coast to the side of the road. (this happened in the summer of 2006. )
last month, the water resevoir in the engine busted (despite dutiful maintenance) requiring a completely new engine to be installed. The radio has also malfunctioned twice, being replaced last time. No one was injured in either case, but it could have easily resulted in deaths when the vehicle quit in 70 mile per hour traffic!. The failure date was Friday, Sep. 28, 2007.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Lexus RX300
The VIN of this vehicle is JT6HF0UXY0_. Hello
recently I had a problem with my Lexus Rx300 hatch back door coming loose. First, the bolt that holds one of the hydraulic cylider that were used to keep the door open broke, and then the handle that opens the hatchback door broke and shot closed. The only thing that was holding the door was the other cylider. Had that broken loose, the door would have had fallen off the vehicle. When I took it in for repair, I have been told by Lexus that it was a normal wear and tear. I could not believe it. I have learned since then that this issue that I had experienced is not an isolated incidents. I have heard that this is a common problem in Rx300 and
definitely a safety issue. The affected vehicles
should have been recalled to be fixed. I am writing this letter to NHTSA headquarter in washinton to request to look into this problem. I am very concerned that it could have caused serious safety hazard on the road. Please look into this issue as soon as possible. It was October 13, 2007 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Lexus LX470
The vehicle was a 2002 Lexus Lx470. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is JTJHT00W82_. Water was leaking into the back of the vehicle and soaking the interior. Upon inspection of the vehicle by the dealership, they thought the leak was due to the spoiler. They patched the holes in spoiler and replaced the entire hatch. But the leak recurred. Currently, dealership indicated that the water was seeping through the light in the third door hatch which had a leak. The failure date was Monday, September 9, 2002.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Lincoln Aviator
The VIN of this Aviator is 5LMEU78H03_. Consumer has a 2003 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that the hinges on the rear were not holding the rear glass properly. The rear panel also began to crack. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the manufacturer would not cover the repairs. The failure mileage was 64,000 and the current mileage was 65,000. This issue happened on 01/07/2011.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Mazda Protege 5
The vehicle involved was a 2002 Mazda Protege 5. The VIN of this vehicle was JM1BJ24652_. Rear hatch/lift gate props fail when lift gate/hatch is opened resulting in concussion as lift gate/hatch hits one in head. This has happened to us as each stay prop fails independently. Luckily none of our children were under the hatch/lift gate. Madza part numbers are: b25r-62-620c and b25r-63-620c. This hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred Sunday, February 10, 2008.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Mazda Protege 5
2002 Mazda Protege 5 hydraulic arm on the hatch door broke off. Consumer states that the hatch door instantly slammed down . She or her son could have been seriously injured if standing a little closer to the vehicle. This issue happened on Jan. 1, 1901.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Mercury Mountaineer
The VIN of this vehicle is 4M2DU86W84_. Consumer has a 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that she was opening the rear door when the rear lift gate window fractured and dropped on the contact's head. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician advised that the hinges from the lift gate needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 120,000. The failure date was Wednesday, Sep. 21, 2005.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Mercury Mountaineer
The vehicle involved was a 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. As I went to shut the back lift gate window hatch, the hinge broke leaving the window to fall. Luckily I caught it, but it came down hard. The shear pin broke straight off. It was Saturday, July 21, 2012 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Mitsubishi Montero
The car involved was a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. Hatchback hinges are out of alignment, making it difficult to open and close the door.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Nissan Quest
I purchased a 2006 Nissan Quest on March 14, 2006 form Nissan 112 in medford, n. Y. And I have had nothing but a multitude of problems with this vehicle due to many defects. I have had to have the car serviced 5 times in the first month and a half of ownership and there are still many problems that have not and cannot be resolved. I was told by nys senator lavalle's office to contact you. VIN # 5n1bv28u36n103305-the car smells like rotten eggs, transmission slips, buck and jerks causing delay of acceleration. Does not always start on first key turn, rugs in hatch area stained from multiple leaks. "new" replaced computer mileage does not match odometer mileage therefore service screen is useless. Dashboard chipped and not set correctly, can see inside. Radio does not always display title/artist and letters become skewed/broken or stuck. Ticking sound that comes from front pass. Side dash. There is black glue all over exterior from re-sealing the rear window. It was Tuesday, March 14, 2006 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Nissan Pathfinder
The vehicle involved is a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 5N1AR18WX5_. Courtesy copy of a letter from consumers written to Nissan north America re problems with their 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The consumer stated the vehicle was defective. There were numerous problems with the vehicle. The radiator was replaced, the transmission had a whistle up shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, the tires were feathered and an alignment was needed, the door panels creaked, the brakes made a clicking noise, the drive belts were replaced twice because of a noise the consumer heard, the plastic finisher on the running boards kept popping off, the strut on the rear hatch leaked due to a poor seal, the transfer case leaked, there was hesitation when accelerating from a stop, the 4-wheel drive light illuminated on the dashboard, the dealer stated it failed due to internal failure. The rear shocks leaked, the front pinion seal and oil pinion seal were replaced and the rear hatch window leaked. Updated 04/06/10. This problem occurred on Monday, September 1, 2008.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of SAAB 95
Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is YS3EB59E54_. 2004 SAAB 95 linear wagon liftgate hinge failure
hinge may or may not hold the liftgate at the open position. If one is reaching deep into the trunk, liftgate can close by itself, and hit on the back with substantial force. It was December 20, 2009 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Saturn VUE
The vehicle is a 2004 Saturn Vue. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Saturn Vue is 5GZCZ53454_. The glass on the rear liftgate shattered for no reason while parked in the garage. Dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. It was Dec. 9, 2004 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Subaru Impreza
The vehicle is a 2002 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated the hatchback/lifgate fell out because the screws holding the liftgate in place stripped due to wearing. The dealership determined it was assembled improperly, and to contact the manufacturer before having the repairs done. The vehicle is a 2002, Subaru Impreza wrx. It was Dec. 20, 2005 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Toyota Prius
The vehicle involved is a 2007 Toyota Prius. VIN of the vehicle was JTDKB20U27_. Hatchback latch does not respond to Smart key and will not open to touch as it is supposed to. This problem has occurred intermittently for about ten months. Also, the rubber latch covering has deteriorated into a soft, sticky black substance that stains my fingers when I try to open the latch. The deterioration problem preceded the hatchback operational problem by four or five months as best I can recall. I was able to tolerate the messy problem but cannot put up with a hatchback that is inoperable because it prevents me from accessing the spare and safety equipment, and makes it impossible to use the cargo area. I think Toyota should notify customers of this defect and provide a free repair. It was Tuesday, March 5, 2013 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Toyota Sienna
The vehicle involved was a 2006 Toyota Sienna. Fail of automatic rear hatch on replaced recall struts. Hatch will not stay open, causing possible injury. Hatch broke a broomstick I had used to prop door open. This hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred Tuesday, November 20, 2012.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Volkswagen Routan
The vehicle having this issue was a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The VIN of this vehicle is 2V4RW3D17A_. On 1/7/13 we were simply trying to open the rear power lift gate using the remote and overhead button to no avail. Extremely disappointed to find out that the rear deck lid lift gate drive unit chain (part#51528) broke thus causing the power lift gate of our Routan se to be inoperable. After 3yrs and barely 7 months of normal use, we are appalled that this chain for the power lift gate would suddenly break for no logical reason. What is more shocking, the price for this part is $1,100 excluding labor. This is the quote that was given today by king Volkswagen service department. This problem occurred on 01/07/14.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Volkswagen Touareg
The car involved was a 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. July 6, 2006 I opened the hatchback trunk to put a bag in. I was standing to the left side of the car close enough to lean into trunk. The trunk door open as usual, I leaned in to place my bag and the trunk door dropped on my head leaving me quite dazed and blood running down my face. The air shock on the trunk failed leaving an 1 inch wide and deep hole in the right corner of my fore head. I was taken to emergency where they put staples in my head and sent me home with instructions to take care of a concussion. Vw was notified and the car was taken in. The car was there for 3 days. I picked it up and 3 days after that the door failed again. "thank goodness I was still being cautious or it could have happened again. I then traded the car in, not wanting to wait for another failure. This problem occurred on Jul. 6, 2006.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Volvo V70
The vehicle having this issue was a 2001 Volvo V70. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Volvo V70 is YV1SW53D31_. Rear lift gate electrical wiring harness has wires severed due to the liftgate hinge. This problem resulted in a failure of the center rear mounted brake light, a warning indicator that the rear gate is ajar, and failure of the rear defroster. Dealership mechanic indicated that vehicle hinge cut the wiring harness and that the routing of the wiring harness and design was the cause of the problem. It was Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue occurred.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Buick Lucerne
The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 1G4HD57216_. - the contact heard a rattling noise coming from the trunk of the 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact depressed the trunk release button inside the vehicle to open the trunk. The contact reached into the trunk to see what was causing the rattling noise. Once inside the trunk, the two torsion bars that held the trunk lid open fell inside the trunk, causing the trunk lid to fall onto the contact's back. The trunk lid had to be opened by others so that he could be released from the trunk. The vehicle was taken a dealership, where they replaced the torsion bars, and informed the contact that the torsion bars were defective. The contact stated there have been no other incidents since the torsion bars have been replaced. The vehicle currently had 14000 miles. Updated 03/30/07. This hatchback/liftgate hinge problem happened on Feb. 26, 2007.
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Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem of Jaguar S-type
The car involved was a 2000 Jaguar S-type. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is SAJDA01D6Y_. In excess of $10k spent in a 24 month period on various repairs on my 2000 S-type. It was 12/12/2003 when this hatchback/liftgate hinge issue happened.
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