general problems of the 2002 GMC Sierra 1500

Two problems related to steering have been reported for the 2002 GMC Sierra 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 GMC Sierra 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sierra 1500.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 12/22/2009

The contact owns a 2002 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact was driving approximately 5 mph in rainy weather conditions and pressure was applied to the brake pedal, followed by an activation of the anti-lock brake system. The failure occurred at extremely low speeds. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the failure was contributed to severe corrosion in the anti-lock brake sensor. There was a prior recall repair under NHTSA 07e106000 (wheels:cap/cover/hub). However, the remedy failed to correct the safety related defect. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 34,000. The steering shaft was replaced. Updated 02/18/10.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/11/2006

Intermediate steering shaft makes clunking noise. First repaired on 11-13-03. Has been repaired four other times. Is currently at dealership being fixed again on 8-11-06. Each time it has been in for repair, the steering shaft has been lubricated.


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