2002 Chevrolet Express Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 16%of 56 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 15,542miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the electrical system of the 2002 Chevrolet Express, 16% of the 56 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 15,542 miles. 3 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.
“The vehicle shuts down without warning while driving, found a GM service bulletin stating to replace the distributor cap and rotor but have done that now 4 four times but this doesn't correct the cause just the effect. To date it has redendered our vehicle undriveible due to it's unrelibility. Gm isn't doing anything to help us our our wheelchair bound son who relies on this vehicle for medical appointments.”
NHTSA complaint #10120222, filed 2005-05, 7,000 miles“2002 Chevrolet Express van with explorer conversion - burst into flames while in our driveway (engine off). Extensive fire damage to drivers side. Extensive smoke damage to interior. Fire marshall states smoke pattern indicated fire origonated a bottom of driver's door - light or wiring. Of note, a recall notice arrived at our home in the mail for the running board light wiring harness on 2/5/03 which was dated 1/23/03.”
NHTSA complaint #10005390, filed 2003-02, 11,500 miles“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2002 Chevrolet Express. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 180,000. It was later discovered through a diagnostic test that the mileage was 298,000. The seller was contacted and informed the contact that the instrument cluster was potentially tampered with by a previous seller. The seller denied a refund request due to an as-is sale and directed the contact to the NHTSA Hotline.”
NHTSA complaint #11772130, filed 2026-10, 298,000 miles“The consumer saw battery acid leaking from the vehicle. The mechanic repaired the problem once, however the problem resurfaced. The positive battery post broke and caused the acid to leak down the side of the engine compartment. The dealer would not provide any financial assistance and told the consumer to call AC delco. The consumer contacted AC delco and was told it was the dealer's problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10080280, filed 2004-08, 51,000 miles“Vehicle would not start. Went inside to call tow truck to have it towed to mechanic. Turned around and it was on fire. Vehicle was not running;parked.”
NHTSA complaint #10112265, filed 2005-02, 45,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which…
- 11002312Jun 6, 2024This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414…
- 10252735Mar 28, 2024This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10237671May 19, 2023This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10225615Oct 19, 2022This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
- 10198890May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10171318Jan 31, 2020This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10167434Oct 10, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately…
- 10163268Jun 26, 2019This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 | 18% |
| 2019 | 1 | 13% |
| 2018 | 4 | 36% |
| 2017 | 2 | 10% |
| 2016 | 3 | 20% |
| 2015 | 2 | 25% |
| 2014 | 3 | 21% |
| 2013 | 5 | 23% |
| 2012 | 3 | 23% |
| 2011 | 1 | 8% |
| 2010 | 2 | 13% |
| 2009 | 1 | 10% |
| 2008 | 2 | 14% |
| 2007 | 2 | 11% |
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2005 | 4 | 17% |
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 10 | 17% |
| 2002 | 9 | 16% |
| 2001 | 6 | 13% |
| 2000 | 4 | 5% |
| 1999 | 7 | 10% |
| 1998 | 1 | 4% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
| 1996 | 3 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chevrolet Express
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsTires
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Express
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology