2002 Chevrolet Avalanche electrical problems

Filed Aug 20, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · MI

Gm had repaired the rust brake defects on my type of vehicle in many salt states that endure cold weather. But because there was not enough outrage they did not repair this same defect in my state. There is a problem with the wheel bearings where rust causes the anti lock braking system to needless engage when it should not during slow speeds sometimes making braking dangerous in slow turning and parking situations. I have already spent thousands of dollars fixing these defects on my own but because of a faulty design in the system this problem has a tendency to re occur.

Filed Jun 18, 2014 · Electrical · FL

I'm have been experiencing several technical issues with my 2002 avalanche through years. I can removed my key when my ignition turned on to drive. My truck also reduces engine speed when driving at 45 mpg. It result for me to pull over on the interstate to reset the PCM to drive. Then my check engine light will appear on also. Then it will clear itself sometimes. Sandy sanson a gm dealership in pensacola fl where I bought the car in 2006 has charge me unnecessary for parts and labor to fix these issues. When bringing the problem to the attention of auto repair. A sale rep said my keychain can where my ignition out. He also stated that my car needed other component parts in order to fix the problem. Which never solve the main issue that I requested to be fix. I also talk to the head supervisor and got poor customer service. Furthermore, it has not been resolve at this moment. I continue to drive because my truck is the only transportation I have at the moment. I'm going to speak to the dealership again about this issues, but please assist me because I been having the same problems. That are in the headline at this moment. I written about my reduce engine speed in the past.

Filed Nov 15, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 2,000 miles · AK

Fuel pump failed 3 times already. All door electrical solenoids/cable system failed-possible poor ventilation causing excessive condensation resulting in rusting of cables. Note: a friend with the same year model has exact problems and more. All costly and non-warranty items! Could have been cause of accidents when fuel pumps failed but for the grace of god.

Filed Jul 10, 2009 · Electrical · 45,000 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet avalanche. The contact noticed that the gear selector lights would not illuminate in his vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the instrument panel needed to be replaced. The current mileage was 79,000 and failure mileage was 45,000.

Filed Aug 23, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · 67,000 miles · TN

2002 avalanche 1500 truck. Electric brake control module, ABS and brake light would come on and stay on when I hit a bump, contacted chevy has no recall but said that module has failed and possible failure of brakes to operate correctly. Spoke to a friend that owns a chevy suburban, had the same problem. My cost to replace $1162.41 please respond.

Filed Jan 4, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · 40,000 miles · PA

On several occasions, the 8.1l engine died at both low and high speeds (65 MPH) resulting in lost of power brakes and steering. Could not shift transmission into neutral. Diagnosed by dealership shop found that the crank position sensor was failing. Multiple electrical diagnoses over course of failures did not show the sensor to be failing. Oem replacement of senor involved complete removal and dismantling of engine.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Electrical, Visibility · MA

My truck was bought new in 7/02 since. I am on my third "photo chronic heated side mirror (two passenger one driver side) the element inside the mirrors are over heating and melting the plastic trim on the mirror and distorting the glass. The result of the failure is a mirror that is blurred and a rainbow of colors. I believe this is a safety issue that should be corrected! One failure is normal but,three on a truck that only has 23k on isn't. I have called "g.m." on this problem and I was told it the drivers side this time the other two were the passenger side! Left right heated mirror wiring it's all one system. In closing how many mirrors must they be replaced and what happens if I or someone else (with these mirrors) is changes lanes with distorted mirrors. The g.m. Rep told me I have 100.00 deductible this happens!

Filed Jul 28, 2005 · Electrical · 72,000 miles · DC

Dt: caller hit a speed bump or a spot on the road that raised the speed. Up 60 or 70 MPH and vehicle went completely dead. Pulled over on the highway and turned it off. Then, it started again. He\\caller stated it did not happen in the city, only on the highway. He took vehicle to two different dealers. One dealer said they could not duplicate the problem. Another dealer said the problem was a negative cable. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Caller said that the problem started after he had the intake valve cover replaced. Caller stated this happened 7 times. Caller believed the problem was in the electrical system.

Filed Jul 10, 2005 · Electrical · 67,000 miles · FL

2002 chey avalanche, 67,000 miles. Engine stopped while driving on the higway. No engine light or other such warnings. Engine started but stalled 3 more times. After a total of 6 sudden engine stops the dealer replaced the crankshaft position sensor. This seams to be a problem with 02 avalanches. Pulling out oto a busy freeway and having your engine stop could be disaterous. Also the action does not generate any codes for the dealer to read cause costly troubleshooting .

Filed Jun 9, 2005 · Electrical, Locks · ME

I own a 2002 chev. Avalanche, there are problems with the tailgate hinges, and locks, the starps( recall) have been replace. There is a problem with the steering box, makes a thumping noise that can be felt through the steering wheel. My complaint is that people that have same problems with less than 50k miles are having the steering, and locks/hinges repair for free, and I'm being told that because my vehicle has 80k miles I have to pay for these repairs, and if a recall is established they will re-emburse me. If it is dangerous at 50k miles why is not dangerous at 8ok miles.