2002 GMC Sierra 2500 Reliability

2000 GMC Sierra 2500 2 Dr SL 4WD Standard Cab LB HD

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Base Regular Cab Pickup (6.0L V8 5-speed Manual 8.1 ft. Bed)

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Reliability Rating for 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pressure Regulator, 6.6L Duramax Diesel engine, and the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor, gasoline engines only. Another occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Fuel Injectors on vehicles equipped with 6.6L Duramax Diesel (RPO LB7- VIN Code 1) engine. A problem with the fuel injectors could cause the service engine soon (SES) light illumination, low power, hard start and/or fuel in crankcase. On some vehicles, this problem may be covered by the manufacturer Special Policy Adjustment # 04039A. Contact your local dealer for more information. A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Catalytic Converter(s) (on 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines only). The cost to replace the Fuel Pressure Regulator for the Duramax Diesel is estimated at $440.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. The cost to replace the CKP Sensor is estimated at $91.11 for parts and $91.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Fuel Injectors is estimated at $2800.00 for parts and $825.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Catalytic Converter(s) is $740.00 for parts and $214.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and does not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline		Occasional problems with this vehicle are failures of the Rear Axle Seals and the Front Axle Seals. The cost to repair the Rear Axle Seals is $28.00 for parts and $189.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Front Axle Seals is $34.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor. All prices are extimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
Steering & Suspension
Brake		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor. Failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor can cause the Antilock Brake System (ABS) to operate the brakes incorrectly. The cost to repair the Front Wheel Speed Sensor(s) is $124.97 for the parts and $84.50 for labor per wheel. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. Failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly is estimated at $148.49 for parts and $91.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Accessories
Overall		4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for GMC Sierra 2500 by Identifix

	2000	2001	2002	2003	2004
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.