2002 Chevrolet Silverado Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 710 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 64,888miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the wheels of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, 1% of the 710 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 64,888 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“Was hooking up trailer and started to move touched the brake and pedal went to floor. Left rear brake line rusted completely into . All brake lines very rusty. Because of rust I have replaced all 4 rotors,all 4 calipers all 4 shocks, always parked in garage.the truck frame is total rust. The rims had to be painted because of rust the spare is solid rust.”
NHTSA complaint #10533136, filed 2013-08, 85,777 miles“Consumer was driving on the highway at approximately 66 MPH the tire blew out. The front wheel assembly snapped off right behind the brake hub assembly. Then, vehicle dropped down on its frame and skidded along the road for about 150 to 200 yards and then skidded into a guard rail. Consumer contacted the manufacturer , and was told that the manufacturer will send someone to investigate the situation. Currently, GM denied the claim. Right front wheel assembly broke off at the upper ball joint.”
NHTSA complaint #10094734, filed 2004-09, 44,000 miles“2002 chevy Silverado brakes failed at low speeds. When the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to be inspected, he was informed there was a problem with the ABS. The sensor was cleaned and a part was replaced. The consumer then received a recall notice in october 2005 regarding the ABS. The recall letter stated the consumer could apply for reimbursement. The tailgate rusted and broke. The steering relay and right front idler arm were replaced. The window regulator was replaced. The wheel center cap fell off.”
NHTSA complaint #10148616, filed 2006-01Related service bulletins
- 10112655Dec 12, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire…
- 10017339Apr 1, 2005Handling characteristics of vehicles with 20 inch wheel/tire assemblies installed.
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 4% |
| 2015 | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 | 9 | 7% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 4 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 3% |
| 2010 | 2 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 5 | 3% |
| 2006 | 6 | 3% |
| 2005 | 4 | 1% |
| 2004 | 4 | 1% |
| 2003 | 8 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% |
| 2001 | 8 | 1% |
| 2000 | 12 | 1% |
| 1999 | 9 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 1% |
| 1997 | 6 | 2% |
| 1995 | 1 | 0% |
| 1994 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
350 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
70 complaintsEngine cooling
58 complaintsSteering
39 complaintsBody and structure
36 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsSuspension
29 complaintsTires
27 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
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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