2003 GMC Envoy Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 7%of 394 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 126,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2003 GMC Envoy, 7% of the 394 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 126,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“No damage to turn signal when I turn on left turn signal sometimes it doesn't work sometimes I can move steering wheel and it will come on for second other times nothing have to try to turn off and on sometimes works sometimes doesn't can not get a good reason why won't work. Have automotive experience at trouble shooting. Also nonsafety issue cruse control on blinker on same switch intermittent working”
NHTSA complaint #11267125, filed 2019-10, 136,557 miles“The lights come on by themselves and drains the battery. Two batteries have been installed. The car has had road service jump starts 3 times in 2 wks. The lights come on themselves when they'r'e off. The alternator was checked and is good. The vehicle was parked in a garage when this occurred and 1 time in a parking lot.”
NHTSA complaint #11119496, filed 2018-08, 154,000 miles“Headlights and brake lights went out at same time. High beams work, vehicle runs, has all powers. This happened when I left the house, while driving, noticed when it began to turn into early evening.”
NHTSA complaint #11362916, filed 2020-10, 148,000 miles“The standard headlamps inconsistently and often shut off. The bright lamps remain working, thank goodness. This happens usually when in motion, or right when the ignition is turned on. Weather does not seem to be a factor.”
NHTSA complaint #11035255, filed 2017-10, 135,000 miles“2003 Envoy drivers side headlight bulbs keep burning out . Wires are burnt and terminal has melted. This past week both headlights have gone out while driving took vehicle to dealer they said they knew there was a problem with the headlight socket but my vehicle wasn't one of the of the 308 others that were recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #10400725, filed 2011-05, 150,000 milesRelated recalls
- 05V198000May 5, 2005On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the driver wishing to signal a turn by moving the directional signal lever, (up or down) may cause the front…Covers: GMC Envoy 2003–2004, Chevrolet Trailblazer 2003–2004, Oldsmobile Bravada 2003–2004 +2 more
Related 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.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10129093Jan 24, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire…
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 | 35% |
| 2008 | 17 | 22% |
| 2007 | 55 | 25% |
| 2006 | 48 | 14% |
| 2005 | 45 | 9% |
| 2004 | 39 | 11% |
| 2003 | 26 | 7% |
| 2002 | 25 | 5% |
| 2000 | 4 | 18% |
| 1999 | 1 | 11% |
| 1998 | 3 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2003 GMC Envoy
94 complaintsElectrical system
77 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
40 complaintsAir bags
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsBody and structure
33 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsEngine cooling
25 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsEngine
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 GMC Envoy
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology