2002 Chevrolet C/K Pickups
Only 14 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 72 |
| 1998 | 78 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
INITIALLY WE HAD THE BRAKES CHANGED, THEN WE TOOK IT TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY WERE TEST DRIVING IT, AND TRIED TO STOP THE TRUCK, AND RAN INTO THE WELDER IN THE SHOP AND DESTROYED THE WELDER AND WRECKED THE FRONT BUMPER OF OUR TRUCK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150812
2 of 14 total reports mention: parking brake.
1 of 14 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
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THE WHEEL RIMS CRACKED ON A 2002 CHEVROLET K2500HD PICKUP RESULTING IN LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030921
1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.
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LOOSE FIT BETWEEN FRONT TORSION BARS AND LOWER A FRAME ON HALF TON CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS AND TAHOES.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030311
1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
12/7/2003 SITTING ON TAILGATE OF 2002 CHEVROLET PICKUP GOING DOWN ROAD 12-15 MPH BOTH CABLES SNAPPED AT SAME TIME RELEASING THE TAILGATE DOWN AND DUMPING MYSELF AND TWO OTHERS ONTO THE COUNTY PAVEMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040318
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Chevrolet C/K Pickups — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for parking brake issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2002 Chevrolet C/K Pickups 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 C/K Pickups?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet C/K Pickups have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.