2002 Chevrolet Avalanche Exterior lighting Problems

“Fog lamp condensation --- I did not notice that my 2002 Avalanche was subject to water build up in the fog lamps until it was out of warranty. The dealer said it was out of warranty. I drilled a 1/8 hole with a high speed bit in the lowest part of the plastic lense. Now, although condensation still accumulates on the lense it will eventually run down the lense and out the bottom hole. I was always afraid to turn them on with the bulbs being submerged in water.”

“I took my 02 Avalanche in for warranty service work for serveral items. One item was not fixed to my satisfaction. I reported condensation in my daytime running lights/fog light housing. Not only was there condensation, there was standing water. When I picked up my vehicle I looked and the lights seemed to be ok, but by the time I arrived home 15 minutes later, there was condensation in them again. I called the dealer to find out that they didn't replace them, they only cleaned them out and resealed them . …”

“The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and oil warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the speedometer, the 4-wheel drive function, parking brake, and headlights failed to operate as needed. The instrument panel light failed to illuminate, the gear shifter did not display the selected gear, the sub-frame was corroded, and the wheel hub bearing assembly was fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. …”

“My 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche has several problems. First the rear window and mid tailgate leaks into the passenger area. I have taken it to the dealer 4 times now and it is still doing the same thing. There is moisture in the daytime driving lights that will not go away. The rt rear seat belt latch is hard to latch without someone helping the passenger that sits in that seat. I have 17 inche tires with a 16 inch spare how safe is that??? I have oil consumption at least 1 quart per 1,000 miles vehicle also blows black, blue and white smoke. They are doing a consumption test now. …”

“I have had 3 broken brackets on my running lights since I bought my 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. But since I have 62,000 mile on it it has now become my problem. In order to replace the brackets you have to replace the whole light. Which I have done 6 months after I received the truck for the sum of $70.00. Now I need to replace both lights for the sum of $100. Apiece. I feel this is a design defect and chevy should take care of it. Also my check enigine light has been going on once a month for three months and that seems to be my problem to. I bought the truck in worcester mass. …”