Tailgate Latch problems of the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500

The contact owns a 2023 GMC sierra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate inadvertently opened without warning. As a result, the contacts cooler fell from the vehicle. No warning lights was illuminated. The contact was concerned for his and other’s safety while driving on the roads. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened without driver input. The sensor failed to notify the contact that the tailgate was opened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the tailgate sensor was replaced. The failure persisted. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. VIN tool shows no information. The failure mileage was 900.

The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle idled too high without the application of the accelerator pedal. While driving at 70 mph, the tailgate opened. The tailgate warning light was illuminated.   additionally, the blind spot detention warning light illuminated without another vehicle approaching. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 6,100.