MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500

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2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:27:41.370Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2002: 60 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2007
2002: 60 complaints
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YearComplaints
200260
20039
200410
20056
20063
20073

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 30%

30% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 18 distinct reports on file.

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MY 2002 CHEVY AVALANCHE 2500 HAS THE PROBLEM OF THE ENGINE DYING AS I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT FREEWAY SPEEDS AND ANY OTHER SPEED FOR THAT MATTER. WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURS, I LOOSE POWER STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20060626

SERVICE BRAKES 18%

18% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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THE AVALANCHE IS OUR TOW VEHICLE (ONLY) WHICH IS WHY IT HAS SO FEW MILES FOR A 2002 MODEL YEAR VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140119

WHEN PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I RAN INTO MY UTILITY TRAILER, BUT NO DAMAGE WAS CAUSED. AVALANCHE IS AT THE GARAGE NOW, HE INFORMED ME THIS IS COMMON WITH CHEVY TRUCKS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131011

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 15%

15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 10%

10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070514 — PE (closed 20070914)

TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER FAILURE

I 20070914 — EA (closed 20080912)

TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER FAILURE

I 20110105 — EA (closed 20150408)

Brake line corrosion failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.