Crankshaft Position Sensor problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban

Two problems related to crankshaft position sensor have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Crankshaft Position Sensor problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2016

I have had several incidents in two weeks that nearly caused serious accidents. I would be driving at various speeds, slow and interstate driving, where the engine would suddenly lose all power and the battery light would come on. I would have to struggle to have the vehicle glide to the service lane without causing an accident. These happened all times of day and all weather conditions and caused hazardous close calls. The vehicle was through diagnostic testing by an independent mechanic found to have a defective crank position sensor. Attached for your information is a copy of the invoice which includes the diagnosis and repairs required. Reviewing NHTSA complaints this is a serious problem that appears to have happened many times in the past which needs to have a NHTSA investigation and recall. Please advise if it would help get this problem addressed if I seek legal, legislative or regulatory relief. I look forward to your response. Thank you.

2 Crankshaft Position Sensor problem

Failure Date: 10/09/2009

2002 Suburban 2500 8. 1 faulty crankshaft position sensor. Vehicle died on highway at 65 mph. Almost crashed into other vehicles. This happened a few times. The vehicle could not be diagnosed. Due to the sensor fault never being stored in the fault codes. The 2001 8. 1 has been recalled for this reason why hasn't the 2002 its the same part number? there are many complaints about this issue. I have the old part. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).


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