Suspension Related Problems of the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of GMC Sierra 2500


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500

The Suspension problem

While driving the vehicle between 40 or 45 mph the vehicle vibrated. The dealer inspected the vehicle and could not duplicate or correct the problem.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Front wheel bearings degraded to the point that entire wheel was loose from hub. When on a jack could move the wheel several inches in or out of wheel housing with minimal hand pressure. Repair agency indicated that there was a distinct possibility that, if undetected, this condition could have   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problem

The tubular frame that supports both the gas tank and rear passenger side shock absorber extremely rusts out causing the frame to eventually disconnect from itself and allow the gas tank to drop and/or the shock to disconnect from the axle, both in which may cause a fatal accident.   Read details...


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