One problem related to hood latch has been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2002 Silverado 1500.
No previous issues leading up to hood latch failure - routine use of hood latch mechanism. Hood latch failed during travel at highway speeds. Very fortunate to exit highway after seeing hood rising. The four weld seams holding latch body to truck frame failed. Weld seams remained on truck framework while hood latch body showed material failure. Points of hood latch connection after failure -> latch hook connected under hood; the hood latch cable connected. Failed hood latch remains available.