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Doug of Damascus MD (08/20/07)
I took the rear wheels my 2003 Silverado truck because I thought I heard a noise in the back. I found the rotors/brakes were rusted beyond belief. Apparently this is not something unordinary; there are plenty of web articles about, 2003s Silverado rotors. The scary part is that the vanes? rust down to paper thin pieces, if one the rotors collapses, the brake could be gone totaly due to lack of pressure, even the parking wont help at this point, due to the corrosion on the inside of the drum\rotor. A quick easy test is the parking brake, if it goes to the floor, there may be a problem, other than a slight cable adjustment. Its a scary thought. I got lucky and caught them in time, replaced everything with aftermarket parts for about $200. On the flip side, our 2002 Tahoe with the same mileage (about 70k), the brakes are in great condition, only 15% - 20% worn down.
Lelandof Auburn NY (03/21/07)
I was having anti-lock brake problems. I took the truck to my regular mechanic, he read the diagnostic readout and informed me that the wheel speed sensors needed replacement. He also informed me that there was a recall for that problem from GM, and to take the truck to the dealer. I did that and the dealer informed me that the recall was for trucks manufactured thru the 2002 model year. My truck was manufactured in Sept. 2002 but the dealer told me that the manufacture date was after the cut off date for the recall. I returned to my mechanic to have the work done. He started the work Monday morning, March 19th. When he got to the front brakes, he called me and told me that the rotors were so badly rusted and pitted that they would have to be replaced as well as the brake pads. This $350.00 job turned into a $690.00 job. I asked him to check the rear brakes. He called back and gave me the same report for the rear. My concern is when you purchase a $38,000 vehicle, and it has only been driven 44,000 miles why are the original parts of such an inferior quality. Prior to this vehicle I had a 1993 1/2 ton GMC pickup that I drove 75,000 miles, had only one complete brake replacement with the rotors turned and not replaced. I am just upset that GM will accept no responsibility for their product. They seem to shrug it off as oh well, and they would fix it for half again what my mechanic repaired it for.
Courtney of Orange MA (02/27/07)
I brought my 2002 Chevy Silvarado into into my local chevy dealer to have a recall for the wheel speed sensor, The dealership later called me and told me the bad news, that they had discovered the brake lines were rusted through and that they were now leeking, They offered to fix the problem and quoted me $1000.00 now I'm wondering where the recall on the brake lines is? the fuel lines only one inch away from the brake lines are in perfect condition. seems like a 5 yearold truck with only 72,000 miles on it should not need a $1000.00 fix.
I'm out $1,000.00
Robert of Johnston RI (12/26/06)
2003 silverado 1500. rear brakes and rotors replaced at 9000 miles after fighting with the dealership. front brakes and rotors replaced at 19,000 miles out of pocket not covered. told off the record gm was having a problem with the metals. also steering shaft rattles. repacked 3x's now after warranty is up a new one is available for 109.00. convienient. now the 2003 trailblazer ext. brakes and rotors 22,000 miles rotors have been trouble since i bought it. out of round and rusted to all h@ll. windows scratch from the weather stripping on the bottom holds the dirt and dust, wind noise even after i added window gaurds. replaces the steering linkage at 12000 warrented, but he brake rotors are my biggest issue. junk i sold thr wrong vehicle 1989 chevy cheyenne 248,000 miles original rotors no problems at all.
Jim of St. Louis Park MN (11/07/06)
This past week end I was helping a friend move, while unloading items both tailgate cables on my 2000 Chevy S10 2X4 snapped at the same time. Thankfully no one was injured. Chevy needs to include the S10's in the recall.
Terry of Lake Charles LA (07/14/08)
I have a 1999 Z71 Chevy pickup that evidently had defective tailgate cables like everyone else's. Mine broke when loading materials into the truck.
I replaced them before receiving any recall notice. I did not see where the recall helps those who have replaced the defective parts. So now GM says they made it good and I am out the cost of replacement parts anyway.
Ed of Pensacola FL (06/24/08)
Tailgate cables on my 1999 S-10 snapped FOR THE SECOND TIME. This set of cables was only about three years old, so the replacements they are selling you over the counter at the dealer are no better than the ones that came with the trucks. If they were easy to replace and inexpensive, it would not be so big a deal, but it's about an hour's job to r/r both sides. HORRIBLE DESIGN!
Loren of Avoca MI (05/09/07)
I have a 2000 S-10 with defective tailgate cables. NHTSA issued a defective notice 14 apr 2005, yet dealers refuse to replace the cables free of charge, saying there is no recall. After having been duped by the Fiero hidden recalls by GM in the 80's, this old dog knows when hes been lied to. THERE IS A RECALL, IT IS JUST CALLED ANOTHER NAME. If you have problems getting your tailgate cables replaced, reference SPECIAL POLICY # 06020A. Call Chevy first at 1 800 222 1020, get to the recall area and select speak to someone. Give them the special policy number. It covers VINs ending in Y810001- Y8315639. Also, it must be done at a Chevy Dealer, not another GM dealer.
Tammy of Spencer TN (03/16/07)
I purchased a brand new 2000 s-10 pickup. In a very short time after owning the truck both tailgate cables broke while lowering the tailgait. The 3rd door also became inoperable with minimal usage. Both were broken with less than 50k miles on the truck. No recall notice was ever given. I have also taken the truck back several times while under warrenty for noises while releasing the clutch. They said it was nothing. Later we found that it was the transmission going bad.
There is a paint line damage to the tailgate where it hit the bumper when broken.
Gary of Cathedral City CA (02/22/07)
have complained since new about Emergency brake not operating on a GMC SIERRA 3500 duramax diesel truck. It's a single rear axel.Arizona dealers fixed rear brakes due to axel seal leaking brakes replaced mileage was 39,956. after towing a fifth wheel RV rear brakes locked, truck towed to nearest dealer,no problem found, stated may have released after rolling down tow truck bed. no inspection done. This was a california, palm springs dealer.Went back to arizona(prescott)dealer they inspected told me neede a new e-brake assembly at the cost of $300. i said no. out the door i go a day lost. Brakes locked up again after dealer visit, towed back another day lost.. Still no e-brake.letter to GM unanswered(dated)aug 29,2006 Reply from GM 1-19-07 contact customer service good luck...
Carl of Saint Albans VT (02/22/07)
Just purchased and used 2003 S-10 ZR-2. I found that one tailgate support cable is broken. Through my internet search I discovered that GM would not recall the S-10 trucks for a replacement even though the same cable is used on the full sized pickup models, and they are subject to a recall. I also found that replacing thses cables is no simple or inexpensive proposition. There was thought to replacement of these cables during the design process as the cable is rivited to the latch assembley and all must be replaced as one.
J of Lake St. Louis MO (01/18/07)
2002 Yukon SUV has common known problem with intermittent poor braking, and has nearly caused an accident. This is a widely known problem, and should easily qualify for a class action suit. I have read many of the same complaints on consumeraffairs forum. This issue is known by the NHTSA case number 05V-379. The interesting part of my case is that the recall was performed on this truck less than 6 months ago, and the truck still has the unsafe condition. On 1-16-2007 the truck was unable to stop under normal speeds, and normal road conditions, and rear-ended a car in front of us.
I suspect that the wheel speed sensor and incorrect title of unwanted ABS activation is just a smoke screen for some other larger and more expensive problem that GM does not want to fix. I susspect the brake equalizing or crossover valve, ABS pulse unit or computer has a larger problem. Or posssibly if the ABS system is using the bearing hub assembly, and the chassis for a ground return in the location where the wheel speed sensor is located, then the system may not be getting a good ground thru the chassis, and causing the system to malfunction, possibly partially activating the ABS system when it shouldnt. Anyway, after the recall service was performed, the truck is still defective and dangerous to drive. Please call me so I can participate in a class action law suit as GM is covering up a bigger problem.
Poor braking caused accident that could easily kill people.
Marek of Tamarac FL (11/09/06)
In one year I have been many times in service.I have 05 silverado.They never fixed what I ask for,they just tried to do something.While running i feel like I am siting on gelatin,suspension make squiling noise over humps,airecondition is noisy and I am not talking about compresor,looks like factory defect,and when slowing down or I stop,it starts smell very bad.They already had to exchange front tires after 18000 miles.Unbelievable!!!I make biggest mistake in my life buying this truck,dont recomend to anybody.Sorry for my english but I hope evrybody understud.
Andrew of Saucier MS (10/26/06)
The cable which holds the spare tire on my 2000 S10 broke. In 2004, upon leaving a friend's home I sam my spare tire and the wing nut which holds it laying in the middle of the drive way. I had not used the spare tire for several months. I beleive this should relate to the cable which supports the tailgate which also broke. However, the tailgate cable was recalled a few weeks ago.
Mike of Johnson City TN (08/07/06)
I purchased a new 2002 Chevy s-10 in 2002. I have two problems that are common with so many other people. The third door latch has broken, and the tailgate cables have broken.
Morris of Grand Haven MI (07/23/06)
I have a 2001 S10 pickup that has been great except for the poorly designed third door latch and tailgate straps. The plastic door latch has been replaced twice under warranty, and now I just make sure I'm real careful using it. The plastic will just snap off if you use too much force. And of course both tailgate straps rusted through and snapped during the normal operation of (gasp) opening and lowering the tailgate. I cannot understand why GM has recalled other trucks with this same problem but has not stepped up to plate yet for the S10. Why do they make people pay to repair something so obviously flawed? Shouldn't they be trying to keep customers?
Jon of Eagan MN (06/13/06)
Both tailgate support cables on my 97 S10 pickup broke when tailgate was lowered to load items during move. Had been noticing deterioration for 2 years, and learned that replacing them required purchase of complete latch/cable assembly for $60 per side. The design is ridiculous. You should be able to simply remove a fastener to release the lower end of the cable.
Jeff of Claremont NH (06/13/06)
I have a 2004 Silverado pick up. The tailgate latches are not working correctly. They do not latch all the time and the tailgate fall open while driving. I had it in the dealership 2 times. They say nothing is wrong. I have lost thing out the back due to the tailgate dropping. Nothing of value, but I don't need something hitting anyone or injuring them. I would also like to know what I put in there will staying there.
Scott of 132 Lamplighter Way MO (05/24/06)
I bought a new Chevrolet S-10 in August of 2001. In March of this year (2006) I was helping my sister move into her new house. As we were unloading her couch from my truck I stepped on the tailgate both cables broke. I was not hurt but there was slight damage to the tailgate. The dealer told me the S-10's are not covered under the recall. I DEMAND to know why they will not cover it.
Gail of Glenview IL (04/04/06)
Regarding the tailgate cables breaking on the Chevy Silverado. On October 10, 2005 I went to Jennings Chevrolet to buy replacement cables for my 1997 Silverado after they broke. When I asked for the cables, the parts advisor asked me if I had gotten a recall notice on the cables. I hadn't.
I heard about the recall in March of this year. I took my receipt back to Jennings today, April 4, 2006 and asked for a refund. They said my 97 wasn't included on the recall. This truck might be 9 years old, but it was in storage for 2 years and has only 74,000 miles. I think the part failed and I would like some type of reimbursement. I think they knew about the defect last fall.
While I didn't suffer any injury, one of my dogs jumped on to the tail gate and the cables snapped, causing him to belly flop in the bed of the truck. He had the wind knocked out of him, but no serious injury. He weighs only 53 pounds. I also had to buy a special screwdriver bit to take off the bolts to replace the cables. I would agree to splitting the cost of $24.59. Our family have been loyal Chevy customers for decades, I would hope GM would like to continue being our choice of vehicles.
Gary of Lynnwood WA (03/24/06)
I own a 1999 chevy silverado and noticed my tailgate strap was corroded and in need of replacement. I had it replaced at the dealership for $40.00 before I had an accident like some other people did. I think they should look at the 1999 silverados for a possible recall too
Brian of Northbend OH (03/18/06)
The tailgate cable supports on my 2000 Chevrolet Silverado both broke when I stepped from the bed of my truck onto the tailgate while unloading some building materials. The tailgate let go twisting the cheap sheetmetal hinges [which should be recalled, allowing my tailgate to hit the bumper, then onto the trailer hitch and finally hit the ground bending the tailgate beyond repair.
I hit my shin on the buiding material and landed on the ground scratching my elbow and cutting my hand. The Building material some of which was ceramic tile was damaged. I didn't go to the hospital because I thought the injuries were minor but the tailgate was severely damaged. My friend who is a autobody repairman said the tailgate would cost around $800.00 - $1,000.00 to repair because it was twisted. I have since bought a used tailgate but I did save the original tailgate. When the tailgate came off the hinges it twisted the hinge mounting points on the truck bed below the taillights.
When I went to Glenway Chevrolet in Cincinnati,Ohio the salesman sold me new hinges which I found to be solid filled instead of sheetmetal. I realized after the salesman told me they [Dealer] had a couple of failures on their own service trucks and that GM knew the hinges were also a TERRIBLE DESIGN and changed these due to failure but only on newer trucks and NO RECALL on earlier models including my truck.
David of Brooklyn Park MN (03/11/06)
Tailgate cable on the 1999 Silverado broke and the load of plywood ended up on the highway when I started through the intersection when the light at the intersection turned green. The car behind me did not get damaged since they stopped in time to avoid the pile of plywood.
William of Sodus NY (02/10/06)
I own 2 Chev S-10's 1st is a 2000 4wd 2nd is a 2002 2wd this past summer the passenger side tailgate cable broke in the middle w/ no signs that this was going to happen. I went to Cavallaro Neubauer to see if this was a recalled item and was told no, so at my expense I replaced this cable. Two weeks ago my girlfriend was secureing my handicapped scooter in the back of my 2002 S-10 and stepped out on the tailgate to get off the bed of the truck and both cables broke at the same time. Fortunately she was not injured.
But the tailgate was dented from the impact of the tailgate onto the bumper. After looking on the internet for recalls for this item and seeing recalls for cables on the fullsize pickups I called Cavallaro-Neubauer to question if this is a recalled item. I was told no, that if this was a fullsize pickup truck it would be covered. meanwhile checking out the cable on the 2000 S-10 I can see that it won't be long that the remaining original cable is ready to break. Why is it that the cables from the full size pickup trucks are a recalled item and not the S-10 cables. The liability for injury is still the same.
Paul of Rocky Mount NC (07/16/05)
On My 99 Gmc sonoma truck. Both cables broke (rusted from collecting water in side rubber cover). A clear defect and danger. It dropped me to the ground. The local dealer though it to be tuff luck.
Bruce of Mayfield KY (06/08/05)
Both rear tailgate cables broke at the same time when my 7 year old son dropped the tailgate, while opening it.
Luckily my Son was not hurt but could have easily been hurt seriously. These cables are enclosed in a rubber type substance that had flaked off at the point where the cable bends when the tailgate is up. The cable is made of steel and not stainless steel as it should be. Both cables were rusted very badly at the bend point and were in perfect shape everywhere else. Due to the design, which requires that you replace the cable and latch assembly at the same time, the cost to replace both is almost $100.
Allen of Orland CA (12/05/04)
General Motors recall on 2000-2004 Chevolet Silverado pickup trucks to repalace the galvanized steel tailgate cables that supports the tailgate. The dealer replaced mine with the part No. the factory gave. The replacement cables I received are Carbon Steel with out the the epoxy sealant. Is anybody getting STANLESS STEEL CABLES?
Dwight of Vandalia MO (11/17/04)
I purchased a new 2001 Chevy S-10 pickup in June 2001. In September 2004 the tailgate cables broke simultaneously after I attempted to sit on the tailgate. After going on the computer to check for recall, I see that GM made a recall on full size pickups for the same problem. I check with a GM dealer to see if perhaps there was a recall on my series of pickup and was informed there was not. My inquiry is why a recall was made on the full size pickup and not the S-10 series pickup.
Daniel of Forest Lake MN (10/12/04)
My buddy was driving his Silverado with 3 of us on the tailgate. We were heading to a resort lodge approximately 1/2 mile from our resort house. The last thing I remember is the tailgate snapping down at an angle. The next thing I know I'm laying in an emergency room in Brainerd, MN. It just so happened that both the tailgate cables busted right in the middle. We're only finding out now that there has been an issue with the tailgates, which would have been nice to know initially.
I currently have 8-10 staples in the back of my skull, 3 skull fractures behind my right ear, and a potentially damaged ear canal. I'm currently unable to go to work and neither is at least one of my family members everyday that I'm home.
Frank of Portland CT (10/11/04)
While lowering the tailgate the strap for the tailgate broke.I own a 1999 silverado pickup and found out this model is not on the recall list WHY ? The strap is made of the same material as the 2000-2004 models.
Tim of New Milford CT (08/18/04)
My 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 tailgate cables broke, back when I was in Dallas. I was loading my truck when they let go. Upon returning home, New Milford;CT, I took the truck to my local dealer. He informed me that GMC is recalling tailgate cables but has not told them what they're replacing cables with so he wouldn't be able to replace broken tailgate cables.
He also told me GMC is not responsible for fixing any other damage to vehicle,if cables break. My left hinge for tailgate had been twisted when tailgate cables broke. It has been a couple months and I have not heard from GMC regarding replacement. I did receive a letter after returning to New Milford, CT. but it was too late.
Mark of Belding MI (07/23/04)
I have a 1999 GMC Sierra pickup and one of the tailgate support cables broke while I was sitting on the tailgate. I did not get injured. I understand that there is a recall for 4 million 2000-2004 GMC Sierra's for the very same problem. It was also noted that the 1999's have the same cables, but because they haven't been breaking at a rate high enough to warrant a recall. I would think that since they have the same cable that one (1) report of breakage would be sufficiant cause for recall.
Ericof Lunenburg MA (06/28/04)
2003 Chevy Truck Tailgate problem. Loading my ATV onto my 2003 Silverado, both tailgate support cables broke in half causing serious damage to my taligate per the commercial trailer hitch. My right ankle had already been sprained a week ago , and re-injured, and caused damage to my ATV. After reading up on this problem I'm very luck not to have had an ATV land on me. If it wasn't for the commercial trailer hitch, and my awareness during the load there could have be much more severe bodily injury.
Eric of Oceanside CA (06/22/04)
Support cable for tailgate snapped with 3 60lb Concrete bags (180 lbs total)on it. No injuries but entire tailgate was damaged beyond repair or working order General Motors has acknowledged a problem in a recall but will not pay for the damages. Now I have a truck with no tailgate and a $1200 estimate to repair it.
John of Apo AE (05/26/04)
I own a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 HD pickup. while loading boxes into the back of the pickup, both cables holding the tailgate up broke. As the tailgae slammed down into the bumper it left a small scratch in the outside of the tailgate. GMC refuses to fix the tailgate because the vehicle is 3,000 miles past the warranty
Jim of Charlotte NC (03/21/04)
I have a 2000 Chevy truck S-10 4WD and both of my tailgate wires have broken. It is the same as the other recall that just happened, with the other larger trucks.
Brent of Mesquite TX (03/08/04)
When loading a four wheeler into the back of my 2002 Silverado 1500HD, both support cables on the tailgate broke, causing the tailgate to fall, which in turn caused the ramp I was using to fall, leaving the four wheeler almost vertical with the front wheels on the truck and the back wheels off. I fell from the four wheeler onto the ramp, bruising my back and ribs.
Kenneth of Sacramento CA (03/01/04)
I have a 2001 1500 extended cab Silverado, I live in th Sacramento Valley. The tailgate restraint cables have both rusted in two and broke on me while I was putting my boat tools in the back of the truck. Granted ther tool box weighed less than 20 lbs but as it fell from the tailgate to the ground I found that my toes would cushion the blow to the ground. No damage to the ground, truck or tool box but 7 mean and very sore and bloody toes screamed bloody murder.
After I cooled the little dogs down with mass quanties of ice I proceded to take my truck across the street to the local Chevy Dealer. I went to the parts Department to buy two new one at around 17.00 each when the parts guy says that I should be covered by my warrentee. So I say cool and go out to the service dept to show them. They tell me to bring it back on monday and the service manager would okay it to be fixed.
So Monday comes and I take the truck back in after work. The service writer tries to get me to sign the work order with an estamated cost of 89.00. This is a three year old truck -- it should not have any rust on and I ll be dammed If I will pay one cent to replace a part that should not have rusted on a 5 year old truck. I also have a 2000 silverado. It is my work truck and there is nothing wrong with the cables on it so it must be bad material and the dealers want to charge me because the truck has almost 37000 miles.
I dont care if it had 200,000 miles and it was less than 3 years old it should not have rusted anything especially here in Sacramento
Joe of Clarks Summit PA (09/29/03)
I have a 2000 GMC Sierra. I stepped on the tailgate and both cables broke which caused the tailgate to slam against the bumper. I did not receive any damage on the tailgate but it could have been worse. The cables looked like they were defective but the dealer would not replace them.
Daleof Walton KY (08/06/03)
While working in the back of my 2001 Chevrolet Silverado, I stepped from the bed onto the tailgate. Both support straps on the tailgate broke and I fell onto the crank of my landscape trailer. After first believing I broke my ribs, I found that I severely bruised my ribs and whatever other muscles are in the area. I have incurred doctor and hospital charges as well as 2 days off work for myself and one day for my wife.
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