Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (three problems).

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


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to a local car wash, upon further inspection, the tailgate door had independently unlatched and was open. No warning light was illuminated.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened independently. The failure occurred several times and became more persistent recently.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid Latch problem

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to turn off the vehicle; however, the vehicle remained running. A message was displayed to shift to park(p).   Read details...


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