Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet S10

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet S10. The number one most common problem is related to the tailgate hinge (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (three problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet S10


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1997 Chevrolet S10

The Tailgate Hinge problem

: the contact stated while lowering the tailgate, it was noticed the passenger side cable fractured. The vehicle has not been seen by a mechanic.   Read details...

The Body problem

I have read of a saftey recall on this vehical with the exact description of what happened to me, I should have had plenty of distance to stop, it's only a small pick up, I know for certian I have a fully loaded work truck a Ford 3/4 ton econoline van and I know I could have stopped that vehicle in   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

Frame is cracked, two body shops stated it is a fatigue crack due to defective metal used during the manufacturing of the vehicle. GMC has stated they are not willing to do anything as the vehicle is over the warranty, however, the vehicle is only four years old and never been in a serious accident.   Read details...


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