2002 GMC Suburban
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 213 |
| 1994 | 419 |
| 1995 | 227 |
| 1996 | 172 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 100 |
| 1999 | 285 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 7 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
Show complaint excerpts
While traveling at any speed front end vibrated. Consumer inspected vehicle, and determined front tires were unevenly worn.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-28
With less than 24,000 miles on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, there is extremely abnormal wear on treads of front tires in particular. Large, deep and uneven indentations on the tread, especially front inside of tires.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-28
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
The brakes failed as I was approaching a stop sign. The brake lines were badly rusted, much worse than would be expected. This could have been very serious had it happened at a greater speed!
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-04
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Electrical system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2003-03-07Structure03V094000 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.…
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…
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2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
Buy-smart checklist
2002 GMC Suburban — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 03V094000 · Structure
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2002 GMC Suburban 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 Suburban?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 GMC Suburban 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.