Is the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2002 GMC Sierra Denali

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2002 GMC Sierra Denali
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:01.809Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2002: 13 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2002	13
2004	11
2005	4
2006	5
2007	1
2008	18
2009	7
2010	10
2011	28
2012	10
2013	8
2014	14
2015	22
2016	30
2017	14
2018	17
2019	26
2020	9

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

11 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

I did not know about this site and this accident happened in oct 2014. I was going around a curve with 40 MPH speed limit and I was going 40 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-02

Also filed under Steering and air bags

The metal brake lines have corroded badly and now failed. Very unsafe, crash waiting to happen.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-10

Steering

3 of 13 total reports mention: steering.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 13 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.

Electrical system

1 of 13 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Air bags

1 of 13 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

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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Buy-smart checklist

2002 GMC Sierra Denali — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 11 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 GMC Sierra Denali have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.