2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 40 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
14% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
(1) ANTILOCK BRAKES ENGAGING WHEN NOT NECESSARY (2) WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WERE ENGAGED MAKING NORMAL BRAKING LESS EFFECTIVE AND BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM, ONE TIME PULLING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, THE TRUCK...
NHTSA ODI report, 20051025
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.