NHTSA model-year recall report

2002 GMC Suburban Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Mar 7, 2003

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the GMC Suburban average of 1.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Structure, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2002 GMC Suburban recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 03V094000

Structure

Manufacturer: SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSIONS

Reported Mar 7, 2003

What is recalled

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.

Safety consequence

THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other GMC Suburban model years

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Other 2002 GMC recall reports

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2002 GMC Suburban recall questions

How many recalls does the 2002 GMC Suburban have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2002 GMC Suburban. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2002 GMC Suburban?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology