2002 Sierra pickup has a clunking noise in the steering column. Worse while turning at low speeds. Dealer lubed it at 12,000 miles. It only last a short time the noise is back again. Vehicle has now has only 32,200 miles. Appreciate any help or ideals on what to do to fix this problem. *Tr
Vehicle safety record
2002 GMC C Series Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2002 GMC C Series with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the engine & cooling (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2001 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical C Series year, for its age
#356 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 GMC C Series problems
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No recalls for the 2002 GMC C Series
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 GMC C Series. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2002 GMC C Series
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
A new distributor cap and rotor has been replaced 2 times within a 6 month period. The vehicle tries to start but it doesn't catch and then sounds like it's trying to back fire. The ac coil is leaking on to the cap and producing moisture which is why it will not start or stalls and will not start back up. Gmc says they have had no problems with other vehicles and my mechanic said that they can't do anything until it happens again. This is my 3rd gmc van and have never had these kind of problems or I wouldn't have purchased the 2nd one. I'm very disappointed!
GMC C Series: every year compared
All C Series years2002 GMC C Series vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 GMC C Series | 2 | 0 | B | |
| 2002 GMC C/K Pickup | 5 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2002 GMC Blazer | 3 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2002 GMC C/K Series | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2002 GMC C Series
Does the 2002 GMC C Series have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 GMC C Series right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 GMC C Series?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2002 GMC C Series had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 15, 2004 and the latest on June 24, 2011. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 GMC C Series a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical GMC C Series year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which GMC C Series years have the most complaints?
2008 (5), 1996 (4), 2000 (4). See every GMC C Series year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 GMC C Series has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data