MYRModel Year Report

2002 GMC Sierra Denali

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2002 GMC Sierra Denali
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:37:23.129Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Sierra Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2004: 11 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaints 2008: 18 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 28 complaints 2012: 10 complaints 2012 2013: 8 complaints 2014: 14 complaints 2015: 22 complaints 2015 2016: 30 complaints 2017: 14 complaints 2018: 17 complaints 2018 2019: 26 complaints 2020: 9 complaints 2020
2002: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
200213
200411
20054
20065
20071
200818
20097
201010
201128
201210
20138
201414
201522
201630
201714
201817
201926
20209

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.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20171002

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, 20190110

STEERING

3 of 13 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 GMC Sierra Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.