Structure Related Problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado

Table 1 shows twelve common structure related problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the tailgate hinge (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (13 problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet Silverado

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Tailgate Hinge problems	32
Body problems	13
Frame And Members problems	6
Tailgate problems	3
Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problems	3
Frame Rust problems	2
Structure problems	2
Hood Hinge problems	1
Door problems	1
Bumper problems	1
Door Hinge problems	1
Underbody Shield problems	1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado

The Tailgate Hinge problem

My cable snapped and the tailgate of my 1999 chevy Silverado when loading firewood. I also bent the hinge. I understand there is a recall on this. When I called about it I was told my truck/VIN# was not included in the recall. If GMC has identified a problem they should not eliminate some trucks. Read details...

The Body problem

Tl- the contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while taking the vehicle for routine maintenance the technician informed the contact that the frame was severely fractured and needed to be replaced. The failure happened without warning. Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. He noticed the rear frame under near the rear tires was rusted and corroded up to the middle of the frame. There had been no repairs performed on the vehicle at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 120,000. Read details...

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