Tailgate Hinge problems of the 2002 Chevrolet S10 - part 1

Tailgate cable snapped while tailgate was down. Closer inspection reveals corrosion inside the cable. No unusual weight was placed on tailgate. I believe this issue which was recalled in the silverado line should also be recalled in the s-10 line.

2002 Chevrolet s-10 tailgate cable was defective. One of them broke without warning. Upon inspection the other cable was faulty and likely to break also. Since I was standing on the tailgate at the time, I was lucky to avoid injury when the cable broke.

I was unloading some limbs and brush into a brush pile from the back of my 2002 Chevrolet s-10 truck when both tailgate cables snapped and I fell into the pile. I weigh 200 pounds and the limbs I was unloading weighed about 20 pounds. I was not injured and there appears to be no damage to the tailgate itself. I was looking online to order new parts when I found about a hundred similar complaints, some with injuries, and still no recall. I became angry when I found out gm knows about this problem and has ignored their customers' safety. Also, the cables are riveted in which means you have to replace the entire assembly which is $60. 00 for one side therefore total cost is around $120. 00.

I was loading a storage trunk onto the bed of my 2002 S10 when both tailgate support cables snapped and dropped the trunk off of the rear of the truck. Luckily I was not standing behind it. I am aware of the recall on tailgate straps for full size Chevrolet trucks, and would like to see the recall expanded to my model truck also so I can get it fixed. I use the truck frequently to carry cargo.

Tailgate cable broke with less than 75 lbs (my 7yr old daughter) sitting on tailgate. Cables appeared to be corroded due to a coating on them that allowed moisture to come in contact with cable.

The cable that retains the tailgate has broken. It is encased in a vinyl covering that hides the rust that appears to have caused the failure. The cable has rusted out in the middle causing the tailgate to be unstable when loading/unloading. When unloading the truck, the unstable tailgate caused a fall. The vinyl casing prevents visual inspection for rust, and probably leads to rust since it retains moisture. The design and installation of the cables prevents ready replacement as the entire latch must be removed/replaced.

: the contact stated the tailgate cable corroded and fractured in half. There was an NHTSA recall, # 04v129000, regarding the structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachments. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 08/25/06.

2002 Chevrolet S10 pickup truck. 37,179 miles on vehicle. Tailgate support cable broke with one person sitting on the tailgate. Plastic coating ripped away revealing that the steel cable was very rusted.

(1) I own an 02 s-10 sports side pickup which I rarely use the tail gate. (2) my 250 lb 6'3" father put the tailgate down, sat on it, and the tailgate support cables snapped. He didn't jump, hop, or sit down excessively hard and they broke. (3) upon further inspection of the tailgate it wasn't creased so I was okay. My uncle (who works for a dealership) said there was a recall on the full sizes and he would check for mine. He calls back no recall but the cables are $10 a piece. I'm thinking ok no problem. The next day he said those cables were discontinued and the new ones/ new assembly cost $35 a piece. So I'm going from a $20 fix to $70. That's insane. Why should they make more money off me from their mistake?.

When opening the tailgate on my truck both cables broke in the middle due to corrosion. This is the same problem gm has on their larger trucks which have been recalled.

Both cables securing the tail gate on my 2002 Chevrolet s-10 broke. While there was no damage there could have been if my wife had not been alert and prevented the tailgate from dropping. I understand that there is current a product safety memo for the 1999-2000 chev silverado and GMC sierra.

: the contact stated while standing on the tailgate, the driver side cable broke, causing minor injuries. Also, the passenger side cable is breaking. There is a NHTSA recall, # 04v129000, regarding the tailgate cable. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.

: the contact stated while opening the tailgate the cables on the right and left side were broken. There is a NHTSA recall, # 04v129000, regarding the structure body tailgate hinge and attachments. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the model and VIN.

Tailgate support cables on my 2002 Chevrolet s-10 pickup broke while opening and fell onto my foot. Foot was only bruised and I did not seek medical attention. Both of the tailgate cables had corroded and snapped at the same time. This seems to be a common Chevrolet problem, as Chevrolet and GMC full-size pickups have been recalled to replace cables. I replaced the cables for $98. 37. The cables should be recalled and replaced before a serious injury takes place.

I read with personal interest about the gm recall for full size pickup tailgate cable failures. While I own a 2002 chevy S10 pickup and have experienced the same failed cable due to rust, my truck is not included in the recall. Why? as it is now the tailgate is not usable until they are replaced, walking over the tailgate is sure to lead to failure of the second cable and a fall to the ground.

Both tailgate cables broke on my 02 s-10 under my weight(170lbs).

Placed about a 200 pound torch on tailgate when lifing into 2002 chevy S10 truck. Tailgate cable broke. Although no injuries or damaged property that day, in the future a 275 pound owner could have been on the tailgate and a broken cable could cause broken bones or lacerations. To correct problem one can not simply replace a $10 cable. Gm has made the vehicle so you have to buy the cable and hinge for $45. This is ridiculous and if these cables have been found to be faulty and recalled in the silverados they should probably also be recalled on the S10s. As of yet the cable has not been replaced-wailting to see if a recall will be issued.

The contact stated immediately after stepping off the tailgate the cables broke simultaneously. He purchased the parts to fix the vehicle himself. He contacted the manufacturer, but they offered no assistance.

I own a 2002 Chevrolet s-10 crew cab pick-up 4 x 4. I would like to report failure of the tail gate cables. The cables had corroded in the center and then broke. Chevrolet has a recall on cables for the larger pick ups, but does not have a recall for the s-10's.

I own a 2002 Chevrolet s-10 pickup. I was helping a friend move some small furniture when at the end of our last run I noticed my tailgate was resting on my bumper. Apparently the tailgate cables snapped. Upon further inspection the site of failure where the cable snapped was rusted through. Now this is a cable that is entirely encased in plastic from the factory and it still managed to rust. I have open and closed my tailgate perhaps two dozen times in the course of three years so this is certainly not a wear issue. . I feel that gm should extend the tailgate recall it has for its full size trucks(which experience the same problem) to include their mid-size s-10 trucks as well.

2002 Chevrolet S10. The consumer states the cables that hold the tailgate both snapped simultaneously. There was nothing on the tailgate when this happened. The cables were not showing any sign of wear. The dealership and manufacturer were contacted about the problem. The manufacturer told the consumer after sending in the parts they would determine whether or not the parts should be reimbursed.

Consumer stated 2002 Chevrolet, s-10 tailgate cables broke at the same time. Consumer was loading straw , and set a bale of straw on the tailgate. When the weight was applied to the tailgate both cables snapped. There was corrosion on the outside of the cable. The cables snapped underneath the rubber coating on the bottom of the cable. The tailgate was dented after the tailgate fell, no damage to the bumper. Consumer going to contact the dealer and the manufacturer today. Consumer was going to call and see if gm was willing to repair the damage before he fixed it.

2002 chevy S10 3 door pickup truck, 22,000 miles, one owner. Rear tailgate cables rusted and broken.

Having read about the gm recall for the full size pickup tailgate cables one of two cables failed on my 2002 S10 crew cab p/u. I replaced only one because of the cost. The cable failed after the warranty had expired, approximately three and half years. This was with normal usage, no heavy weights, the cable just corroded through. The S10 uses a similar if not he same cable as the full size.

One of the cables that support the open tailgate on my 2002 chevy s-10 failed and broke when opening the tailgate. I have not yet replaced this part because I have seen that the part has been recalled in other chevy trucks. Why is this truck model not included in the past recalls?.

The cables that hold the tailgate level rusted and broke. Tailgate goes up but consumer cannot let it down because it rides on the bumper. Contacted Chevrolet, they said there was no recall on a s-10.

Consumer states the tailgate on the Chevrolet S10 the cables broke. Chevrolet fixed the cables but would not fix the tailgate where it was dented from hitting the bumper. Consumer's 14 year old daughter was unloading the bed when this happened. The cables were rusting, but the consumer did not notice the problem until after it occurred.

The tailgate straps broke while the consumer was closing the tailgate. The tailgate slipped out of the consumer's hand and the straps broke. The manufacturer offered no help. The manufacturer did offer to pay for the labor but not the parts.

I was loading my riding lawn mower into the back of my pickup when both safety cables on the tailgate broke.

Both support cables on the tailgate broke while loading. This caused the tailgate to drop without warning. Both cables showed sign of corrosion. The dealer was notified.

On February 2, 2005 I was unloading a twenty-five pound pail from the back of my chevy s-10 pick up truck. I opened the tail gate, and as I slid the pail on to the tailgate, both of the tailgate support cables snapped. I fell backwards onto the garage floor, and I injured my back. I called the dealership where I purchasde my truck, and they said there was nothing they could do because there was no recall. On March 17,2005 as I was driving, I heard a loud bang. The tailgate had fallen into the middle of the road. A woman with a van full of children had to swerve into the opposite lane to avoid hitting the tailgate. The tailgate was dented and badly scratched. I again called the dealership and explained what had happened, and again they told me they would do nothing, because there was no recall for the s-10 pick up regarding the tailgate supports or the tailgate. I have the broken tailgate support cables, and the tailgate.

Opened tailgate and saw that right tailgate support cable broke. Truck not used for heavy hauling. No wear indication. Replacement of cables requires replacement of entire latch assembly. 34000 miles, 38 months. Ordered new latch/cable through dealer. Have not yet installed.

The tailgate straps broke off, keeping the tailgate from maintaining upward position. Dealer will repair at consumer's expense.

One of the two tailgate support cables on my 2002 Chevrolet s-10 has prematurely broken. Less than 3 years old and under 40000 miles.

While opening the tailgate both support tailgate cables broke. Suddenly the tailgate dropped to the floor. The cause ha not been determined. Consumer will contact the dealer in the near future.