Gmc Sierra 2500 2002
Model Sierra 2500 made in 2002 by Gmc got 21 consumer complains, 2 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and parking brake. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, power train. The car had one investigation (trailer hitches). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2002
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| CSP-10414 | 01/01/2012 | 10043504 | Gmc/chevrolet: see docuemtn search button for owner letter. auxiliary battery feed may cause fusible link to melt and open circuit to prevent damage or fire in wiring harness, due to electrical over load. *pe | 04/06/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 030730011 | 04/01/2007 | 030730011E | 10022259 | Delayed engagement with allison transmission, cold hesitation, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, dtc's p0701, p1709, p1711, p1713, p0841, p0843, p0847, p0870, p0872, and p0875. *kb | 07/24/2007 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAILER HITCHES | ||||||
| PE07025 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/14/2007 | 09/14/2007 | TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER FAILURE | ||
| Gm provided additional data regarding allegations of failure of the trailer hitch.odi reviewed that as well as other data provided by peer manufacturers.based on our review, odi finds the need to further investigate this issue.this preliminary evaluation is upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea07-013) for further assessment and study of this issue. | ||||||
| EA07013 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/14/2007 | 09/12/2008 | TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER FAILURE | ||
| Complaint reports allege poor weld quality and/or bending of the subject vehicle original equipment trailer hitch receiver.the agency's investigation included analysis of manufacturer and agency incident reports, review of police reports, analysis of the agency's fatal analysis reporting system, a vehicle owner survey, inspection of tow vehicles/hitches and analysis of failed parts.incidents of weld failure were rare and associated with very low-speed driving (turning, backing and sudden stopping).incidents of bending were associated with improper trailer hitch adjustment or overloading. a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see document search file for addition information. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 11/28/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. the contact stated that while driving, the instrument panel lights stopped illuminating. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that there were no recalls for the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 63,000. | |||
| 11/28/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. the contact stated that while driving, the instrument panel lights stopped illuminating. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that there were no recalls for the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 63,000. kmj | |||
| 11/28/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. the contact stated while driving the instrument panel lights stop illuminating. the manufacturer was notified who stated there was no recall and offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 63,000. mw | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 03/27/2007 | 1 | ||
| 2002 gmc sierra 2500 crew cab customer states that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for starting problems then found out about recall on emergency brake after having the work done he found out that the left side brake cable was not included only the right side cable was included.**cc the consumer was told that the starting problem was due to a leaking fuel filer, which they replaced. *jb | |||
| PARKING BRAKE | |||
| 03/27/2007 | 1 | ||
| 2002 gmc sierra 2500 crew cab customer states that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for starting problems then found out about recall on emergency brake after having the work done he found out that the left side brake cable was not included only the right side cable was included.**cc the consumer was told that the starting problem was due to a leaking fuel filer, which they replaced. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 07/07/2008 | 131520 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. the contact noticed fluid on the ground and noticed that the undercarriage transfer case had a hole. he sealed the hole. the dealer stated that the undercarriage transfer gauge needed to be replaced at the cost of $2,000. the manufacturer is aware of the failure. there is no recall or technical service bulletin. the failure mileage was 131.550 and current mileage is 131,523. updated 09/16/08 *bf updated 09/19/08. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 175000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. while driving in reverse at approximately 5 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and it dropped to the floor. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to a repair shop. the mechanic stated the brake lines were corroded and had to be replaced. there was an investigation under nhtsa action number: pe10010 (service brakes, hydraulic service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 175,000. rvk | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 175000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. while in reverse backing up from a parking space at approximately 5 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and noticed the brake pedal dropped to the floor. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to the repair shop that was located near by. the mechanic stated the brake lines had corroded and would have to be replaced. there was an investigation under nhtsa action number: pe10010 (service brakes, hydraulic service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 175,000. ds | |||
| 11/04/2010 | 37108 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. while driving approximately 50 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and felt the brake pedal fall down to the floor board. the contact was able to drive onto the side of the road. the contact noticed fluid squirting out of the brake line. the contact refilled the master cylinder with brake fluid and drove the vehicle home. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated the front and rear brake line needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired by the dealer. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front and rear brake lines were replaced. the approximate failure mileage was 37,108. | |||
| 11/04/2010 | 37108 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra 2500. while driving approximately 50 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and felt the brake pedal fall down to the floor board. the contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. the contact noticed fluid squirting out of the brake line. the contact refilled the master cylinder with brake fluid and drove the vehicle home. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated the front and rear brake line needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired at the dealer. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front and rear brake line was replaced. the approximate failure mileage was 37,108. ds | |||
| 12/13/2010 | 55445 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra. while trying to park the vehicle the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. this was the first time the contact had a problem with the brakes on the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told all of the brake lines would need to be replaced. the failure mileage and current mileages 55445.rl | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 10/02/2006 | 32143 | 1 | 01/08/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 45 mph under normal road conditions, the hydraulic rear brake rotors rusted, and stopping distance was increased. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the nature of the failure was permanent gradual worsening. the consumer stated the rear rotors had rusted so badly that they flaked off in pieces. updated 11/30/06. *jb | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 11/01/2010 | 88000 | ||
| My hercules terra trac a/t 245 70 16 are shredding near the sidewall. the 17 inch version of my tires were recalled but the 16 inch was never recalled. hercules dealer refused to replace tire saying that i possibly hit a curb. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI | GRAND BLANC | 48439 | AL SIERRA GMC | 810-694-5600 |
| MI | WEST BRANCH | 48661 | HARD PONTIAC GMC BUICK | 989-345-2571 |