2002 Chevrolet Express Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 13%of 56 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the tires of the 2002 Chevrolet Express, 13% of the 56 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,000 miles.
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.
“2002 Chevrolet conversion van Express 1500 had a problem with the drivers side window. Express window would go down but not go back up. The motor was replaced three times, finally the switch was replaced. The brakes and master cylinder had to be replaced. The consumer was told the brakes were insufficient for the weight of the vehicle. The michelin tires only lasted 24,000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10155198, filed 2006-04, 47,000 miles“While driving, the vehicle started to vibrate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who found the left rear tire tread was separating. When the vibration noise was heard a loud vibration followed by a sound as if the rear end had fallen off. The vehicle swayed.”
NHTSA complaint #10040307, filed 2003-10, 10,353 miles“Consumer states that while driving and without warning the front tires have tread separation and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified size#lt24575r16 please provide.”
NHTSA complaint #8023636, filed 2002-12, 10,353 miles“While driving at 65 MPH rear driver's side tire blew out with warning. Consumer examined the tire, and discovered that the tire blew out at the sidewall.”
NHTSA complaint #10061617, filed 2004-03, 27,000 miles“Dt:the contact stated the left rear tire developed a bulge within the tread. He brought the vehicle to an independent repair shop, and they replaced the tire with a spare. When he returned home the vehicle was taken to a firestone dealer, who discovered there was a complete belt separation on that tire. A second incident later occurred on the left front tire in a similar fashion. Both of the failed firestone tires were replaced with goodyear tires. While driving the right rear remaining firestone tire blew out at 75 MPH resulting in damage to the vehicles fender and bumper area. …”
NHTSA complaint #10141543, filed 2005-11, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 8% |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2015 | 1 | 13% |
| 2013 | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 | 2 | 20% |
| 2007 | 3 | 17% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2003 | 1 | 2% |
| 2002 | 7 | 13% |
| 2001 | 9 | 20% |
| 2000 | 13 | 15% |
| 1999 | 9 | 13% |
| 1998 | 6 | 26% |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chevrolet Express
10 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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