What's New for 2002 GMC Sonoma
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2002
In what is likely the last year of production before a full redesign, the Sonoma gets a host of minor equipment upgrades. All extended cabs get a standard third door, while all models get a bed extender and upgraded stereos. The top-of-the-line SLE trim level has been discontinued along with the regular cab, long-bed model. Graphite leather trim is now available on crew cab models and Sandalwood has been added to the color palette. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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2002 GMC Sonoma Reliability Rating
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Common problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pump, Fuel Pressure Regulator (4.3L V6 SFI Vortec engine), and the Canister Purge Vent Solenoid. Failure of the Fuel Pump and Fuel Injectors may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $536.70 for parts and $149.50 for labor, slightly less for vehicles without skid plates. The cost to repair the Fuel Pressure Regulator is estimated at $72.75 for parts and $136.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Canister Purge Vent Solenoid is estimated at $28.48 for parts and $19.50 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. |
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are the failure of the Transfer Case Encoder Motor Assembly and Transfer Case Output Speed Sensor, All Wheel Drive models only. The cost to repair the Transfer Case Encoder Motor Assembly is $442.71 for parts and $58.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Transfer Case Output Speed Sensor is $40.13 for parts and $32.50 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. |
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the 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. This problem can sometimes be repaired without replacing either of the Front Wheel Speed Sensors. The cost to replace the Front Wheel Speed Sensor is $92.46 for parts and $65.00 for labor per side. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An occasional problem with this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. This engages the antitheft system and prevents the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing 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. |
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Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
Reliability History for GMC Sonoma
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