One problem related to tailgate latch has been reported for the 2002 GMC Sonoma. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 GMC Sonoma based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sonoma.
(1) loading parcels into bed of truck. (2) tailgate support cable broke, causing tailgate to fall on rear bumper for support, this caused damage to tailgate and parcels to fall on ground. Person loading parcels received minor bruises and cuts. (2a) tailgate latch handle broke and fell on ground, tailgate can not be opened. (3) tailgate closed waiting research on how to repair latch and replace cables.
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