Investigation EA05007: 1998–2000 Chevrolet Silverado

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 14, 2005

Closed

Apr 11, 2006

Model years

1998–2000

Subject

Tailgate support cables

Component: Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › Latch

Summary

General motors is conducting a safety recall to remove and replace the tailgate support cables installed in 805,368 model year 1999 and 2000 gmt 800 model vehicles.the model year 1999 and 2000 gmt-800 series vehicles that will be campaigned had contributed a significant majority of the total complaints (87%) and injuries (79%) associated with the tailgate support cable breakage in the model year 1998 - 2000 c/k series vehicles addressed by this investigation.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2000 Chevrolet Silverado1,305 complaints
• 1999 Chevrolet Silverado1,660 complaints
• 1998 Chevrolet Silverado279 complaints