Tailgate Cable Broke

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Tailgate Cable Broke

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I know there is a thread on this, but it is an older thread. My tailgate cable just broke and I was wondering since I am not the original owner and the truck is an '02. Will they still fix the recalled cables with no cost? Thanks.
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Yes. Check the sticky above this post for more information.

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Thank you. Read it and made an appt for my truck on Thurs.
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I simply took mine to my local dealer and they replaced both cables FREE no questions asked. Factory recall.
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Re: Tailgate Cable Broke

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Got the cables changed at the dealer with no questions asked. Thanks!
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Glad to hear it was painless!

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