Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners have reported 88 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (56 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tailgate latch (20 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the tailgate failed to lock manually, with the key fob, or automatically. While approaching the vehicle in the morning, the contact became aware that the tailgate had opened unintendedly.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the tailgate unintendedly opened unintentionally while there were items stored in the trunk. Upon coming to a stop at the red light, another driver alerted the contact that the tailgate was open.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the door actuator was defective. The contact stated that the door locks failed to function as designed. The contact stated that the doors were only able to be opened by manually using the key.   Read details...

The Tailgate Lock problem

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate became inoperable and unexpectedly unlatched and lowered. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Fueling/charging Door/hatch/port problem

The gas tank door will not stay shut. There’s is no damage something inside the bedside happened mechanical.   Read details...




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