Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 1998 GMC Sonoma

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 GMC Sonoma. The number one most common problem is related to the hood latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of GMC Sonoma

Problem Category Number of Problems
Hood Latch problems
2
Tailgate Latch problems
1
Door Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 1998 GMC Sonoma

The Hood Latch problem

While traveling about 55mph and hood flew off and hit rear windshield.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

I own a 1998 GMC Sonoma pickup. Both tailgate cables failed by breaking in half because of rust. I have not replaced them and am currently not using my tailgate because each one costs $42. 00 (they are part of the latch assembly).   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

While driving 65 mph and without warning the driver's side door latch failed, causing the driver's side door to open. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic could not duplicate the   Read details...


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