Structure Related Problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado

Table 1 shows eight common structure related problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the tailgate hinge (35 problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate (nine problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet Silverado

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Tailgate Hinge problems	35
Tailgate problems	9
Structure problems	1
Paint problems	1
Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problems	1
Bumper problems	1
Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problems	1
Body problems	1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado

The Tailgate Hinge problem

While loading items onto the vehicle the tailgate strap cables broke without warning. As a owner fell on the ground and suffered from back and knee injuries. Please provide additional information. Read details...

The Tailgate problem

Left hand tailgate strap broke while tailgate was in a lowered position and I was sitting on tailagte. Strap did not separate into two pieces, but a noticeable "fold" now exists in strap and at this location it feels like the strap has broken. Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, there was a loud noise and the spare tire fell from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the contact would be responsible for the part that would hold the spare tire Read details...

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