One problem related to tailgate hinge has been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The tailgate to my 2001 chevy silverado fell off while driving @ approx 50 mph vehicle behind me went off road to avoid possible collision during summer 2003, I was told I didn't close it right. Yesterday 2/24/03 noticed on line the u folks were investigating such incidents.
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Tailgate problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problems | |
| Tailgate Hinge problems |