Nine problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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. Upon strap failure, left hand lower tailgate attach point bent due to load being placed upon this structure.
Tailgate cable was rusting. Consumer is concerned that the tailgate will collapse.
Tailgate cable snapped, causing the tailgate to collapse without warning.
The tailgate cable broke. Dealer notified.
While driving and without prior warning the vehicles tailgate broke and caused the vehicle to sway from left to right. Please provide any additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem.
The tailgate fell off the vehicle.
The consumer states that when they unhooked the tail gate, the straps had broken. This is a common problem. Nlm the tailgate straps are covered with plastic. Moisture gets behind the plastic cover and holds it to the cable to rust. The plastic on the straps should be sealed at both ends, preventing rust to form inside. The technician found that the tailgate cables are defective-replaced cables.
While 2 persons were sitting on open tailgate, tailgate assembly broke on both sides, and both persons suffered minor injuries.
While loading fishing equipment and sleeping bags the tailgate assembly straps broke on both sides. Consumer suffered minor injuries.