2022 Gmc Sierra 1500 Latches & Locks Problems

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the tailgate independently opened. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer to schedule an appointment however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 20,500.

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven or parked, the tailgate was inadvertently unlatched. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the failure was linked to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V060000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 141,000.

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving and transporting a trailer at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate was independently activated. The contact was alerted by a nearby driver that the tailgate was open. The contact stated that due to the failure, the tailgate was damaged. In addition, the contact stated that the failure had occurred previously several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. However, the contact was advised to report the failure to NHTSA. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.