2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

352

Owner Complaints

34 Crashes 9 Fires

4

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

9

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

The 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN has received a total of 352 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (42 complaints), Service Brakes (41 complaints), and Parking Brake (19 complaints).

Recalls for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN, potentially affecting up to 1,507,639 vehicles.

Recall 06E043000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

| 88,303 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: 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).

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Recall 06E026000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 61,944 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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Recall 05V379000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

| 1,353,718 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNWANTED ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ACTIVATION. THIS CONDITION IS MORE LIKELY TO OCCUR IN ENVIRONMENTALLY CORROSIVE AREAS. THIS RECALL WILL BE LAUNCHED IN THE "SALT BELT" STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST...

Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING LOW-SPEED BRAKE APPLICATIONS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS ARE TO REMOVE THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AND THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR MOUNTING SURFACE ON THE BEARING, APPLY RUST INHIBITOR TO THE CLEANED SURFACE, GREASE THE MOUNTING SURFACE, REINSTALL THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, AND CHECK THE PEAK-TO-PEAK...

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Recall 03V094000 — STRUCTURE

| 3,674 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.

Consequence: THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A...

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Owner Complaints for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

352 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 42 7 Crashes 11 Injuries
Service Brakes
Complaints: 41 4 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Parking Brake
Complaints: 19
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 18 1 Crash
Tires
Complaints: 11 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 10
Steering
Complaints: 10 1 Crash
Electrical System
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 2 Fires
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 8
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 1 Injury
Air Bags
Complaints: 7 5 Crashes 1 Fire 6 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 6
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 6
Seat Belts
Complaints: 6
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 6
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 5
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 5
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 4
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 4
Wheels
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 3 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 3
Seats
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 3
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 3
Suspension
Complaints: 3
Wheelshub
Complaints: 3
Engine
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 2
Structurebody
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontaldriver Sideinflator Module
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Child Seattether Strapwebbing
Complaints: 1
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemslines And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assemblyfillingcharging
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Hubs
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Seatsmidrear Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuumhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window
Complaints: 1
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11556008 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
the brake lines rust and they burst this occurred on my main brake line going to the abs controller I had no brakes from mechanics they say this is a common problem on usa made cars brake lines should never ever rust and burst
#11507298 | STEERING | | N/A miles
When driving at highway speeds or even around town the vehicle randomly jerks to one side or another alignment was just done and was told all was good tires are new Pitman armor place ball joints replaced still having the issue of it darting specially when going around curves it wants to pull vehicle to the ditch and I look like I am driving drunk which I'm not I've had my mechanic try to inspect the issue he couldn't find it I heard they're made possibly be a TSB out for it but it's hidden
#11507298 | WHEELS | | N/A miles
When driving at highway speeds or even around town the vehicle randomly jerks to one side or another alignment was just done and was told all was good tires are new Pitman armor place ball joints replaced still having the issue of it darting specially when going around curves it wants to pull vehicle to the ditch and I look like I am driving drunk which I'm not I've had my mechanic try to inspect the issue he couldn't find it I heard they're made possibly be a TSB out for it but it's hidden
#11497715 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
Component SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
#11497715 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | N/A miles
Component SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

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Safety Rating for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

General Motors, LLC has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

040604012 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VEHICLE WITH FLEXIBLE FUEL WILL NOT START, STALLS AND WILL NOT RESTART, LOSS OF POWER, POOR PERFORMANCE. *TT POOR PERFORMANCE AND/OR FUEL GAUGE READS INACCURATE/INCORRECT. *TT

01331 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

AGGRESSIVE THROTTLE RESPONSE. SERVICE VME. *TT

030525002 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

INTERMITTENT TRACTION OFF LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C0287 SET. *TT

020523004 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A REDUCED BRAKE POWER MESSAGE ON THE DRIVER'S INFORMATION CENTER (DIC). *TT

020522004 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TRAILER BRAKES APPLIED WHEN HEADLIGHTS / PARK LAMPS ARE ON, BRAKE CONTROLLER ILLUMINATION. *TT

020604112 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE FUEL TANK ON 2002 CHEVROLET AND GMC C/K SERIES IS DIFFICULT TO FILL FROM APPROXIMATELY 3/4 TO FULL . *SLC

201101 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

INFORMATION ON FULL SIZE 3/4 TON UITILITY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS. *TT

3526 — POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

INTERMITTENT SERVICE 4WD LIGHT COMES ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C0306 OR C0308 STORED IN TCCM. *TT

3300 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN

HORN INOPERATIVE AT TIMES. *KB

NHTSA Investigations for the 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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