Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2002 Chevrolet S10

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet S10. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (six problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Chevrolet S10


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2002 Chevrolet S10

The Door Latch problem

I purchased this vehicle in new form from gallucci Chevrolet in medina, OH. While still under warranty, the third door handle used to open the rear third door broke approximately three times. While still under warranty, I took it in the dealership to have it repaired on each occasion.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

I have the same tailgate cable problem that every other S10 owner has. The problem is well described in the "gm special policy adjustment 06020". The dealer says my VIN is not included in the recall or "special policy adjustment" and refuses to fix it.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

2002 chevy S10 LS crew cab the door strikers caved into the frame on both sides drivers side and passenger side. This happened with in one day of each other. On photographed inspection the steel had ripped in the shape of the clip behind the door strikers an obvious engineering flaw in design,I   Read details...


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