2002 GMC Envoy lights problems

26 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 79,000.

owner complaints: 26
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 79,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Brake lights
7
Headlights
3
Turn signal: flasher unit
1
Tail lights
1
Fog lights
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Envoy lights problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 GMC Envoy lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 16

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Loss of HeadlightsOpened April 24, 2017, closed March 29, 2021

The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at under the identification numbers in the attached document.

RQ17002

Hazard light switch failureOpened February 28, 2008, closed July 9, 2008

On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v‑364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v‑364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. On may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v‑364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new the federal safety agency recall number 08v‑231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. The remedy part for both 01v‑364 and 08v‑231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v‑364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

RQ08001

Brake lamp failureOpened August 3, 2004, closed November 4, 2004

Gm states that some brake/tail lamp bulbs can prematurely become inoperative due to malfunctioning brake/tail lamp sockets.on march 2, 2004, gm initiated a 6-year/72,000 mile special policy for 989,487 subject vehicles to inspect and replace the rear brake/tail lamp bulb socket assemblies.on april 4, 2004, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation (pe04-032) based on consumer complaints alleging brake lights not operating when the brake pedal is depressed.on august 3, 2004 odi upgraded pe04-032 to an engineering analysis (ea04-021).by letter dated october 27, 2004 gm notified the federal safety agency that it will conduct a safety recall (the federal safety agency # 04v527) covering subject vehicles that were not already repaired under gm's special policy.my 2004 subject vehicles built after august 8, 2003 contain improved brake lamp assemblies and are not included in the recall.gm dealers will install the improved brake lamp assembly on subject vehicles built on august 8, 2003 and earlier.the action taken by gm is sufficient to resolve the issues raised by this investigation.accordingly, this investigation is closed.

EA04021

What 2002 GMC Envoy owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 3, 2023 · Fuel system, Lights · AR

There are previously fixed recalls starting to pop up one at a time if they were fixed they wouldnt be back causing problems can someone check into this and let me know something I drive a 02 gmc envoy slt 4x4 4.2l. The mileage is unknown due to instrument cluster not working on the DIC settings.I purchased under the pretenses it only had 188000 miles but ive seen higher milage on some shop records also the Center console lid dont latch and other things I cant think of at the moment

Filed Oct 26, 2019 · Brakes, Electrical · 160,000 miles · KY

Driving at night and headlights on low beam and then they'll shut off.

Filed Dec 29, 2018 · Lights · 311,000 miles · TN

Head lights will all at once go off while driving at night. I've replaced the hdm relay and it worked fine for a few months and then it done it again.

Filed May 3, 2017 · Lights · 180,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc envoy. While driving 55 MPH, the low beam headlights malfunctioned and stopped working completely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact informed the dealer of the failure. The dealer stated that the headlights were included in a recall, but the contact's VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2016 · Lights, Suspension · 206,000 miles · VT

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the lower control arm camber on the front and rear tires were worn down on more than one occasion causing the tires to have to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed where it was concluded that the lower control arms needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact stated that the headlights failed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 206,000.

Filed Nov 23, 2015 · Lights · 188,000 miles · VA

Headlight low beams suddenly turned off while driving down the road at night. The first time it happened, they turned back on after a few seconds. The next year it happened, they stayed off until pulling over, turning off the car and restarting it. This problem has been reported by others on the internet, and seems to be restricted to the chevy trailblazer and gmc envoy. The reported fix is to replace the low beam relay.

Filed Aug 24, 2015 · Lights · 80,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc envoy. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the passenger's side low beam head lamp failed to function. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the electrical connector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred on numerous occasions and the contact independently replaced the harness connector. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Aug 26, 2014 · Lights · 90,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the passenger side brake light and the drivers side day headlight failed. The contact was made aware that the vehicle was not included in recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 07e014000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Sep 13, 2010 · Lights · 130,000 miles · TX

Filed Feb 17, 2010 · Lights · FL

2002 gmc envoy headlights intermittent fluctuates and/or stop working (low beams only) while driving car at night. Occurs at all headlight settings, at all times of the day/night, almost every time the headlights are used and does not resolve itself upon trying car on/off. Problem started after warranty expired, approximately 2005. Gnc dealership and independent auto mechanics unable to determine source problem due to intermittent of problem. Problem continued until 2010 when low beam headlights finally went out completely and no longer worked at all. Fix was headlight module. Headlight module possibly damaged by voltage fluctuations coming elsewhere in vehicle electrical system. Old part is not available. Part was replaced at stuart gmc in stuart, florida. The consequence is no headlights while driving at night so unable to drive car at night or worst, the danger of the headlights going out while driving (which happened all the time) and driving without headlights to get to your destination (without paying for a towtruck) can cause an accident or a citation. Another consequence is it decreases value of the vehicle and the fact that the vehicle cannot be honestly sold while this dangerous condition exists so I have been stuck with the car and cannot financially buy a new car without selling this car.

Questions about the 2002 GMC Envoy lights

Does the 2002 GMC Envoy have lights problems?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the lights of the 2002 GMC Envoy, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2002 GMC Envoy lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 79,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2002 GMC Envoy lights?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the GMC Envoy have the most lights problems?

The GMC Envoy model years with the most lights complaints are 2007 (55 complaints), 2006 (48 complaints) and 2005 (45 complaints).