2002 GMC Envoy XL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Envoy XL years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 4th of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 GMC Envoy XL. That ranks 4th out of 4 Envoy XL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (13 complaints, 19%), typically at around 100,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.
- 70owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 5NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 GMC Envoy XL problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 19% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 19% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 13 | 19% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 16% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 9% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 7% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 7% | 63,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 7% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 6% | 42,038 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 6% | 46,345 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 6% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 6% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 3% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | 190,842 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 35,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 3% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | 107,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 82,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 GMC Envoy XL recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles have a rear side closure latch that may not latch or unlatch due to corrosion caused by road splash, such as water and road salt. These vehicles were originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia.
Risk: If the door is not latched properly and it goes unnoticed, it may open while the vehicle is in motion. If an unbelted occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.
Fix: Dealers will install a seal along the lower part of the rocker panel to prevent intrusion of corrosive material, and inspect the rear side closure latches. Functional latches will be cleaned and lubricated. Non-functioning latches will be replaced. The recall began on february 24, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.
Risk: An inoperative brake lamp will not convey the driver's intention of stopping to drivers in following vehicles, and an inoperative rear turn signal lamp will not convey the driver's intention to turn to drivers in following vehicles. Both of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on november 22, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (moisture sensitive wiper system), or have continuous windshield washer pump operation because the presence of water within the wiper modules can either cause a short circuit or can lead to the corrosion of components within the module.
Risk: Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will cover the windshield wiper module vent hole with a patch. Also, the wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected to signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion and be replaced as required. The recall began july 6, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of Headlights (RQ17002) — opened Apr 24, 2017, closed Mar 29, 2021.
- Fuel pump module leaks gasoline (EA07009) — opened Jul 10, 2007, closed Aug 28, 2008.
- Fuel tank leak (PE07014) — opened Mar 13, 2007, closed Jun 12, 2007.
- Fuel pump module leaks gasoline (PE07013) — opened Mar 12, 2007, closed Jul 10, 2007.
- Brake lamp failure (EA04021) — opened Aug 3, 2004, closed Nov 4, 2004, led to recall 04V527000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Ive notice my front headlights have been getting worse for me to see at night. I don't see whats in front of me while driving at the last minute,anytime at night while driving i don't see turns, objects and other things till the last second. I haven't had a accident due to poor visibility.i feel…
In an accident on i75 when forced off road into trees ahd large tree dent in front fender. Airbag in front never deployed and driver side airbag had holes blown in it that damaged my left hand and armrest impact caused kidney to rupture and bleed.
Tires are dry rotting at 30,000 miles
Vehicle has a inlet fuel leak, a known issue on the gmc envoy xl 4x4, but has put a 150,000 mile cap on the recall which i find negligent as the issue still exist regardless of mileage, just seems like a way to worm out of responsibility.
When driving the vehicle all dash lights and gauges just stop working. They will come back on but this is a safety concern while driving on the highway. Also my headlights go on and off i have changed out the bulbs thinking that was the issue and no its not. On my way to work this morning at 530am…
Other GMC Envoy XL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Envoy XL | 109 | 5 |
| 2004 Envoy XL | 187 | 1 |
| 2003 Envoy XL | 228 | 3 |
| 2002 | 70 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 GMC Envoy XL?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 GMC Envoy XL?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 GMC Envoy XL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Envoy XL model years, the 2002 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.