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2002 GMC Pickup recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 GMC Pickup, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 GMC Pickup vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 GMC Pickup problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Steering1
Parking Brake1
Seat Belts1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 GMC Pickup complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · reported Dec 21, 2011
The contact owns a graco child restraint seat, model: comfort sport. The child seat was secured in a 2005 gmc pickup (N/a). The contact stated that the seat belt became lodged into the locking mechanism and the contact was unable to remove the child from the child seat. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available.
Parking Brake · at 32,000 miles · reported Nov 4, 2005
I found that the parking brake would not hold the vehicle when it was set while launching my boat on the slope of a boat ramp. This could cause injury or damage if the vehicle rolled while someone was behind the vehicle when it began rolling. The local dealers mechanic checked the parking brake shoes and found that the left one was extremely worn while the right one was in good shape. This indicates that the parking brake was not accidentally left on while driving because both brakes would be worn. I was told by the manufacturer's representative that this was considered normal wear and tear…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 12,000 miles · reported Jun 3, 2003
Brakes failed while driving at 70 MPH. Brake lines rubbed against the steering column and ruptured. This resulted in loss of brake fluid.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 GMC Pickup have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 GMC Pickup as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 GMC Pickup?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,000 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.