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2002 Chevrolet Envoy Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
14%of 22 total for the year
Median mileage
13,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2002 Chevrolet Envoy, 14% of the 22 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“While driving at 60 MPH, the consumer heard loud noise, and five seconds later, noticed smoke and flames under the hood. Dealer had been notified. The engine exploded due to lack of oil.”

NHTSA complaint #10034374, filed 2003-09, 13,000 miles

“Email regarding gmc bulletin g03019 on 2002 gmc Envoy. The bulletin stated the engine cylinder bore liner may crack resulting in lost of power and or engine stalling. The consumer was concerned about what may happen while driving on the highway. Consumer has spoken with several GM personnel, each stating they wouldn't provide the consumer the data or remedy the potential defect.”

NHTSA complaint #10048236, filed 2003-11

“While driving at 30 MPH vehicle shut off without warning. Causing driver to lose control. Consumer contacted the dealer on three separate occasions, but problem is still recurring.”

NHTSA complaint #10037978, filed 2003-09

Related service bulletins

Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2002314%

Other parts of the 2002 Chevrolet Envoy

Fuel system
5 complaints
Air bags
4 complaints
Electrical system
3 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
2 complaints
Brakes
1 complaints
Equipment
1 complaints
Seat belts
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Body and structure
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Envoy

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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