Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (three problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Chevrolet Silverado


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that approximately 2 months ago she began to notice that the driver side door latch will not stay latched. The door flew open while she was going around a corner at approximately 35 mph.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

If the truck drives over the slightest pump or pot hole in the road the tailgate pops open. This is due to a failure in the latching system. Dealership replaced the latching system. This is a common failure with these vehicles.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

Premature breakage of safety tailgate strap on a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado.   Read details...


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