Tailgate Latch problems of the 1998 Chevrolet S10

Five problems related to tailgate latch have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet S10. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tailgate Latch problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2005

I sat on the open tailgate and both tailgate support straps broke. They were both very corroded about 10 inches from the end connected to the bed. The straps appear to be very corroded at the point of breakage.

2 Tailgate Latch problem

Failure Date: 05/05/2005

1998 chevy s-10 pickup truck. Both tailgate cables broke while standing on tailgate resulting in a fall to the ground. Both cables are corroded at the mid point where they fold when closing the tailgate.

3 Tailgate Latch problem

Failure Date: 02/22/2005

Windshield wiper motor quits intermittantly , needing to go outside and wiggle wiper arm to get going. Very much a hazard during heavy rains. Should be recalled.

4 Tailgate Latch problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2004

Tailgate straps broke, caused by not being galvinized.

5 Tailgate Latch problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2003

Tailgate support cable failure.

Other Latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Chevrolet S10

Door Latch problems	12
Tailgate Latch problems	5
Hood Latch problems	2
Latches/locks/linkage problems	1

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