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 (two 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 the vehicle was parked, the tailgate opened independently. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while the vehicle was parked at the residence, the contact approached the vehicle and   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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