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2002 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
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Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pressure Regulator, 6.6L Duramax Diesel engine, and the Crankshaft Position Sensor, all Gas powered engines. A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Catalytic Converters (on 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines only). The cost to replace the Fuel Pressure Regulator for the Duramax Diesel is estimated at $440.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor is estimated at $91.11 for parts and $91.00 for labor. The cost to replace both Catalytic Converters is $910.00 for parts and $221.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and does not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
Transmission & Driveline
Occasional problems with this vehicle are failures of the Rear Axle Seals and the Front Axle Seals. The cost to repair the Rear Axle Seals is $28.00 for parts and $189.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Front Axle Seals is $34.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor. All prices are extimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor. Failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor can cause the Antilock Brake System (ABS) to malfunction. The cost to repair the Front Wheel Speed Sensor(s) is estimated at $124.97 for the parts and $84.50 for labor per side. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. Failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing is estimated at $183.75 for parts and $84.50 for labor. All prices are estimated based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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