Chevrolet K1500 owners have reported 13 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame and members (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tailgate hinge (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Tailgate Hinge problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Door Hinge problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Body problems |
1997 chevy K1500 pickup, fuel tank was leaking, went to replace fuel tank and found the frame crossmember had rusted so bad that the fuel tank almost fell out of the vehicle, (this crossmember supports the front fuel tank strap. Read details...
The tailgate support cables were about to break. Please provide additional information. The conusmer stated that gm will not replace the cables until a recall is issued. Read details...
I have tried to stay with a gm product but the truck I recently purchased had the following problems,while trying also to avoid the most common problem of the gm bad frame,by the way Toyota warranties there frames. Read details...
Drivers side door handle broken-without any abuse on owners part plastic trim on handle broke causing handle and latch to become very precarious to open Read details...
Left side door does not stay open, resulting in injury. Read details...