2002 Gmc Gmc Truck problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (2) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments (1)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (9)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint 2011-11-01 · SB-10-08-50-003B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
general motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint. *pe
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump 2009-08-01 · SB-06-02-32-013B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
saab/hummer/gm: diagnostic tips/recommendations when power steering pump replacement is necessary. analysis of returned power steering (ps) pumps that had been replaced for noise, no power assist, no or low pressure and leaking conditions has indicated a high number of no trouble found results.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2006-05-01 · 010730042 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles may exhibit a clunk noise that can be heard on a 2-3 upshift on 2002 and prior light duty trucks. *tt update. 2007 and prior passenger cars and light duty trucks. *kb
Steering 2003-03-18 · 031803 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a clunk noise coming from under the hood that also can be felt in the steering wheel. *tt *jb
Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines 2002-12-12 · 121202 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
new transmission oil cooling system flushing tool. 1998 and 2003 chevrolet and gmc medium duty trucks equipped with 4l80e automatic transmissions. *tt
Power Train:axle Assembly 2002-06-17 · 170602 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
brief information pertaining to the removal of the rear axle drain plug on 2002 model year full-size pick-up and full-size utilities. *tt
Showing the 6 most recent of 9 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2013-07-21 · Service Brakes · 95,000 mi“when i applied my brakes when coming up to a traffic light , i had total brake failure all brake lines are rusted and need to be replaced. *tr…”
2011-12-08 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 💥 crash“2002 gmc 4x4 cab long wide bed pick up. consumer states the air bags did not deploy. consumer also states brakes did not seem to work correctly at times and rear drive shaft had severe vibration *tgw the consumer stated the engine had a bad knock, upon start-up and the dash panel lights were inoperative. *jb…”
2005-07-28 · Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments · 37,000 mi“support cable on tailgate of 2002 gmc sonoma snapped in two. rust and corrosion were evident at the break point. i noticed on the chevy silverado's and gmc sierra's there was a recall on the cables for the same problem. i have a feeling that the cables on the sonoma have the same defect. the dealer told me that since there is no recall on the cable…”
2005-07-26 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:tailgate:latch · 36,230 mi“2002 gmc s-15 sonoma.....left side tailgate cable broke…”
2005-07-25 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip“spongy brakes, when applied the brake pedal goes below the accelerater. this problem was reported to two dealerships and both said the brakes met factory specs.this problem has nearly got me in a wreck,due to hitting the gas pedal…”
2005-06-14 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · 60 mi“when applying brakes,the brake pedal goes below the gas pedal. i've taken the vehicle to the gmc dealership several times and was told that brakes meet factory specs.i've called gmc and was told to take vehicle to another dealership, which i did and got same answer that brakes meet factory specs. contacted gmc again and was offered free oil changes…”
2004-05-21 · Vehicle Speed Control · 1,600 mi“consumer complained about an intermittent acceleration problem. vehicle was equipped with a manual transmission and ran on diesel fuel. vehicle was taken to dealer six times. however, dealer could not duplicate the problem. dealer refused to give consumer a copy of the work order. *ak…”
2004-01-15 · Electrical System“we have a 2002 gmc sierra 1500 truck. it has a little over 37000 miles on it. apparently the truck stalled and we had to tow it to our mechanic who found the distributor cap defective. the 36000 mile warranty had expired so it costs us over 250.00 to have it repaired (parts/labor/towing). we and our mechanic believe this should not have occurre…”
2002-10-29 · Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint“the design of the head rest on the seat back obscures vision to the sides and the rear, primarily evident when the driver turns to check the blind spot during lane changes or passing. *jg …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.