Table 1 shows five common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (eight problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
I own a 2000 chevy Silverado truck. It has 57,000 miles and is in excellent condition. On or about July 09 2005, the power lock mechanism for the passenger door stopped working. The drivers side door still worked. Read details...
1) tailgate latch does not lock tailgate in the upright position. 2) I was hauling a load of wood in bed of truck when the tailgate unlatched, resulting in wood falling out of truck into traffic following behind me. 3) the failure has not yet been corrected. Read details...
Locks will lock without warning. When attempting to unlock from the outside with a key it will not unlock. Door lock would not unlock from the inside nor the outside with key, hand, or electrical. Read details...