Driver Door Won't Open - Wrong Lock Plate Screw Worked Loose

Body/Interiorintermediate✓ OP Confirmed

Problem

Driver's side door would not open from either the interior or exterior handle. The latch mechanism partially engaged (interior lights would come on and door panels were no longer flush) but would not fully release to allow the door to open.

Door will not open from interior handleDoor will not open from exterior handleInterior lights come on when handle is pulled (partial latch engagement)Door panels shift slightly but door does not releaseLatch rod visibly moves fully when interior handle is pulled but door still won't open

Root Cause

A previous owner or mechanic had installed the wrong screw to hold the door lock plate in place. Over time, the incorrect screw worked itself loose, which prevented the door latch from fully releasing.

Confidence

Moderate confidence — Original poster confirmed this resolved the issue

View Original Thread →Posted August 2021 on SupraForums.com