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2004 Chevrolet TAHOE Latches Locks Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	798948
Internal NHTSA #	10340631
Manufacurer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Brand	CHEVROLET
Model	TAHOE
Model Year	2004
File date	24/05/10
Component	LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Hi this is regarding a defect in the locking systems of particular gm trucks and suvs the fact that the door locks on my tahoe and other similar suvs and trucks can be punched in with a screwdriver and that simulates a key. That makes these types of vehicles easy targets for robbery (especially the third row seats) which according to the police officer who i filed the report with is happening a lot with these vehicles. I contacted my chevy service rep and he conveyed the same problem and that dealership actually offers an aftermarket bracket for these vehicles to prevent the lock from being punched in at a cost of $189. Here is the problem my truck and the others that fall into this category escalade, tahoe, suburban, etc are expensive vehicles and should not be required to purchase an aftermarket part (usually after are vehicles have been broken into) for a defect in the lock system . I have done some research and every time a third row seat is stolen it is about a $2500 replacement and usually requires a claim through insurance and that leaves them out a lot of money because of this lock defect. I contacted gm and to see what gm intends to do about this situation if anything at all gm responded with a simple cant help you not our problem. I am out about $600 which includes me replacing my door handle without the key entry as i see this being the only way to deter further break-ins and what was stolen from my truck and i know there are many others that are in the same situation. I feel that this is something that gm needs to acknowledge and address the situation as it is costing customers and insurance companies tons of money because gm will not change this door lock. The office said this has been a growing problem as criminals learn how easy it is to break in these vehicles with a screwdriver and our alarm, security devices will not activate and if my local dealership has to offer an aftermarket bracket to try to fix it there is a problem. Please look into it!
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	105000
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	TEMECULA, CA
VIN pattern	1GNEK13T14RXXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	Y
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Date of purchase	06/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Vehicle speed	0
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2004 Chevrolet TAHOE Latches Locks Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2004 Chevrolet TAHOE Latches Locks Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects

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