Investigation SQ97020: 1993–1996 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Oct 6, 1997

Closed

Nov 19, 1997

Model years

1993–1996

Subject

Unintended release of the rear hatch

Component: Body and structure

Summary

Gm reported that this tsb was originated after a plant engineer experienced the problem.this was a plant generated complaint. Odi has no consumer complaints.gm reported 6 from owners being puzzled by the hatch ajar lamp being illuminated.a safety related defect, nor a trend, has been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.

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

• 1996 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck49 complaints
• 1995 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck53 complaints
• 1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck35 complaints
• 1993 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck13 complaints