Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet 1500

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet 1500.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet 1500

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Structure problems	1
Hood problems	1
Frame And Members problems	1

Structure problem #1

The passenger's side cargo doors had a hook attached to the center upper edge of the top track. The consumer struck his head on the hook, knocking himself unconscious. The manufacturer and the dealer were aware of the problem. The consumer attempted to get inside the vehicle when he was knocked out of the vehicle onto the pavement by the door latch hook that was on top of the entrance way of the side compartment.

Hood problem #2

While driving, the vehicle's hood blew open.

Frame And Members problem #3

Entire chassis shakes and shudders from 38-49 mph. Dealer claims Chevrolet motor division has told them its a frame design problem.

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