2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck, but owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	10
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	9
Steering	5
Engine and Engine Cooling	4
Tires	3
Structure	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Electrical System	2
Visibility	1
Suspension	1
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 4
Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 2
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 2
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages — 1
Steering › Column — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,695 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Sep 26, 2014

Vehicle wouldn't drive over 15 MPH as if I lost all of my torque. Mechanic looked at vehicle to see what was wrong and found out multiple issues including: front and rear brakes barely working, master cylinders messed up, oil leaks, transmission leaks, coolant leaks, control arms have rusted out on both sides but we're welded (Which makes them weaker) I've broken down 4 times in a week in this vehicle but my contractor in its in me driving it.

Latches/Locks/Linkages · at 85,000 miles · reported Dec 24, 2010

Door lock is not working on drivers side of chevy s-10 2002 , I want to see if my vehicle is on list for repair of this problem.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 49,695 miles · reported Oct 24, 2010

1. Sub quality bolts used to hold manifold to heads manifold became loose from heads 2. Truck had 49,695 miles and all twelve bolts had to be replaced as they were broken and rusted causing safety hazard. 3. Manifold was removed and twelve new bolts were used to replaced defective bolts.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 69,000 miles · reported Oct 5, 2009

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. My pickup truck 2002 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd experiences unwanted antilock brake system (Abs) activation at speeds less than 20 MPH. Same as NHTSA recall # 05v37900. That recall is for only silverados not silverado 2500 hd. There is a current problem that exists on my truck and should be looked into. I have lived in michigan the whole time I have owned this truck. The brakes pulse at lower speeds and I have to allow for extra stopping distance to make sure I don't hit someone else. Same issue as NHTSA recall 05v37900. Vehicle has not been fixed yet, if…

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 50,000 miles · reported Aug 16, 2009

2002 chevy silverado stalls/ "dies" "cuts- out while driving took to dealer they tested it said nothing was wrong we paid for testing- truck continued to have problem took to different dealer fuel sensor was bad it was replaced. Truck continues to have same problem.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?

Owners report power train problems most often (10 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,695 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.