2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
The 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Exterior Lightingheadlights (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE BRAKE LINE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED WHICH WAS DONE AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THE BRAKE LINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR THE THIRD TIME. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 60,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 72,000. UPDATED 01/12/11*LJ UPDATED 03/28/11
HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH, THEY BARELY EXTEND 30 FEET FROM VEHICLE. DEALER STATED ALL 2002 MODELS ARE DESIGNED THAT WAY.*AK *JB
Safety Rating for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
General Motors, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
3188 — SUSPENSION:REAR
SQUEAK NOISE FROM REAR LEAF SPRINGS. *EH
NHTSA Investigations for the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET SIERRA
- 1999 CHEVROLET SIERRA — 22 complaints
- 2000 CHEVROLET SIERRA — 11 complaints
- 2001 CHEVROLET SIERRA — 9 complaints
- 2002 CHEVROLET SIERRA (current)
- 2003 CHEVROLET SIERRA — 2 complaints
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