Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate lock (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of GMC Sierra 1500


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the tailgate was occasionally opened unexpectedly while driving at various speeds. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure might be related to an unknown   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the tailgate independently opened. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was acknowledged, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph and making a right turn, the tailgate erroneously opened causing a metal toy to fall out of the truck bed onto the highway.   Read details...


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