Tailgate Hinge Problems of Chevrolet Tahoe

The rear tailgate lock stopped functioning which prevents the rear window or the tailgate to be opened. There is not a manual way to open the tailgate or window from the inside either.

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: the contact stated while waiting to make a turn, the rear hatch window fractured without warning. A police report was taken. The insurance company determined the problem was with the hinge and replaced the rear window. The dealer was not contacted.

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I recently traded my Ford expedition for Chevrolet Tahoe. Upon opening rear taiilgate one night noticed that the hinges that hold glass to tailgate had separated from vehicle. This seems to be a common issue with this model after reading other owners complaints.

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Rear tailgate glass hinge separated from plastic material in which it was embedded. Failure results in improper securing of rear tailgate window, can lead to glass separating from vehicle at speed. Glass was replaced.

While driving 60 mph consumer heard a loud noise. The tailgate window fell inward and crashed on the floor.