2002 GMC Denali Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 9%of 23 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2002 GMC Denali, 9% of the 23 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Front turn signals (above bumper) are not visible in daylight because the daytime running lights are too bright and right next to turn signal bulb (worse if viewed across grille) . Not visible in mirrors to a vehicle in front. My vehicle changed lanes at same time to her SUV and she ran off road to avoid collision. My vehicle is a truck. No impact of vehicles /no police report was filed.. Gm needs to lower wattage or aim them down so they dont blind other motorists. This problem is aggravated at dusk or dawn (this incident).”
NHTSA complaint #760243, filed 2002-04“Front running light has been replaced twice and is out again. My mechanic stated he has seen several Gmc autos with the same problem. Is there a recall or reason?”
NHTSA complaint #10264311, filed 2009-04Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 GMC Denali
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 GMC Denali
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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