2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck Problems
- Complaints
- 37filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 49,695miles, 27 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck. The part named most often is brakes, with 9 complaints (24% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (9) and engine cooling (4). 27 of the complaints include a mileage, and 52% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 49,695 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes9 24%
- Engine cooling4 11%
- Steering4 11%
- Fuel system3 8.1%
- Body and structure3 8.1%
- Tires3 8.1%
- Electrical system2 5.4%
- Vehicle speed control2 5.4%
Also reported: Suspension (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10286344, filed 2009-10, 69,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The gear position sensor on the side of the allison transmission failed in traffic during rainy conditions causing the transmission to quit working. I was able to get to the side of the road and get the transmission to shift into default second and make it to a repair shop where I got the part replaced hopefully with an improved part. My truck is a 2002 Chevrolet k2500.”
NHTSA complaint #10185425, filed 2007-03, 93,000 milesEngine cooling: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10280572, filed 2009-08, 50,000 milesSteering: “The shaft in the power steering pump sheared and caused a loss of steering brakes. The dealer stated that this was the third problem that happened in the exact same place. Scc”
NHTSA complaint #10007382, filed 2003-02, 62,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
52% of the 27 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,300 and 71,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10042986Nov 1, 2011Seats. General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the…
- 10019186Feb 16, 2006Interior lighting, Exterior lighting. Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2
Other model years of the Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 40 | 51,829 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 37 | 49,695 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 21 | 54,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 19 | 56,017 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 35 | 69,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 33 | 116,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 48 | 60,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 49 | 142,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 53 | 160,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 35 | 151,667 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 13 | 92,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 11 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 14 | 80,441 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 15 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 9 complaints (24% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 9.
Has the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck reported?
Among the 27 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 49,695 miles and the middle half falls between 22,300 and 71,000 miles; 52% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.