Tailgate Hinge problems of the 2001 GMC Sierra

Eight problems related to tailgate hinge have been reported for the 2001 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 01/11/2006

Many problems: 4 wheel drive sensor, front end suspension, parking brake, service brakes, anti-lock brakes, speed sensors, radio, center console, engine noise rapping when starting, tailgate cables, anti-theft sensor, and now the battery voltage gauge needle excess dropping when stopping, engine idling to low when stopping. Dealer says problem is normal. Let's test drive a new truck and show me it is normal. This truck is a lemon in my eyes!.

2 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 08/08/2005

2001 GMC Sierra truck. There was recall 04v129000 concerning the tailgate latch/cable failure. Recall repairs were done twice, but problem recurred. Tailgate failed three times, and the cables failed once. The cables have been replaced three times. The first failure was on October 14, 2002 and repairs were done. The second failure was on December 13, 2004 and repairs were done, the third failure was on August 8, 2005. The dealer stated that they were not going to fix this problem again. In the final recall letter the manufacturer included a costumer claim form. The contact filed the claim form on December 13, 2004 for $663. 87, on January 5, 2005 , and the claim was denied by manufacturer.

3 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 10/07/2004

The tailgate cables were replaced under recall. The new cables were unequal in length which placed all of the weight on the tailgate on one cable.

4 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2004

04 v 129 000/tailgate support : the consumer had a concern that the dealer will replace the support cables, but will not repair the tailgate latch. The dealer informed the consumer that was not covered under the recall. The tailgate will not close/lock properly.

5 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 02/14/2004

Failure of both tailgate cables, causing the person standing on the tailgate to fall to the ground.

6 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 11/20/2003

Tailgate cable snapped under a weight bearing load condition.

7 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 10/30/2003

When it rains water collects in the elbow of the rubber sleeve covering the support cable holding the tailgate up. The water in the elbow caused both cables to corrode and break.

8 Tailgate Hinge problem

Failure Date: 06/18/2003

2001 GMC Sierra 1500 pick-up ailgate cables snapped (both) when I sat on the tailgate. I am not too heavy the cables are defective by allowing water the seep into the cable and rust while not showing any obvious problem untill the failure.

Tailgate Hinge problems	8
Body problems	2
Frame And Members problems	1
Structure problems	1
Bumper problems	1