One problem related to tailgate has been reported for the 2002 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
(1) defective catch on tailgate would not always keep gate closed (2) gate unexpectedly opened traveling 35mph, loosing several pieces of furniture. Also, tailgate dropped onto highway damaging it badly. Discovered both cables rusted thru also. Could have caused accident or worse. (3) will bring into GMC dlr on first chance, 10/25/04.
| Tailgate Hinge problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Tailgate problems | |
| Door Hinge problems | |
| Door problems |