NHTSA Recall 06V066000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 805,368 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Silverado.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V066000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 06019 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › TAILGATE › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | March 8, 2006 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain pickup trucks have galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position. Over time these cables can corrode and fracture when loads are applied to them.
Safety risk
If one cable fractures, the remaining cable may retain the tailgate in a horizontal position. If both cables fracture, the tailgate would drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. If anyone is sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured, they could fall and be injured. On vehicles without a bumper, the tailgate may drop to a lower position.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the galvanized support cables with stainless steel support cables. In addition, dealers are to inspect the tailgate hinge and replace it, if necessary. The recall is expected to begin during april 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
GM recall no. 06019.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V066000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.