MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Corvette

● Typical for this model
2002 Chevrolet Corvette
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:34:21.359Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Corvette Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 6 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1984: 14 complaints 1985: 16 complaints 1986: 15 complaints 1987: 21 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1990: 34 complaints 1991: 24 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1995: 32 complaints 1996: 44 complaints 1997: 153 complaints 1998: 399 complaints 1999: 308 complaints 1999 2000: 277 complaints 2001: 203 complaints 2002: 157 complaints 2002 2003: 84 complaints 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 531 complaints 2005 2006: 365 complaints 2007: 340 complaints 2008: 539 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2010: 84 complaints 2011: 84 complaints 2011 2012: 56 complaints 2013: 82 complaints 2014: 61 complaints 2015: 64 complaints 2016: 103 complaints 2017: 255 complaints 2017 2018: 51 complaints 2019: 147 complaints 2020: 33 complaints 2021: 11 complaints 2022: 20 complaints 2023: 22 complaints 2023 2024: 20 complaints 2025: 10 complaints 2025
2002: 157 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19816
19820
198414
198516
198615
198721
198816
198915
199034
199124
19927
199322
199429
199532
199644
1997153
1998399
1999308
2000277
2001203
2002157
200384
2004217
2005531
2006365
2007340
2008539
2009151
201084
201184
201256
201382
201461
201564
2016103
2017255
201851
2019147
202033
202111
202220
202322
202420
202510

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 18%

18% of complaints: steering — 29 distinct reports on file.

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The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving 5-10 MPH, the steering wheel locked-up, and the vehicle continued to drive in a circle. The steering column warning light was illuminated after the failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250806

I HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL NOTICES FROM AUTO NATION CHEVROLET DORAL FLORIDA TO BRING MY CAR IN FOR RECALL GM 04006. WHEN I TOOK MY CAR TO THEM FOR THE RECALL, I WAS TOLD "THE PARTS REQUIRED FOR THE RECALL ARE NO LONGER MADE".

NHTSA ODI report, 20190422

BACKING UP FROM A PRIVATE PARKING PLACE I ALMOST CRASHED DUE TO THE STEERING COLUMN LOCKED ON ME. I TRIED TO FREE IT BUT IT WOULDN'T RELEASE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180805

STEERING 16%

16% of complaints: steering — 25 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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WHILE DRIVING DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO STEER BECAUSE THE STEERING COLUMN LOCKED. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT A CURB, AND THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040301

WHEELS 14%

14% of complaints: wheels — 22 distinct reports on file.

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NOTICED A SLIGHT VIBRATION COMING FROM REAR OF CAR WHEN DRIVING ON A PAVED SMOOTH ROAD AT 65 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181123

TL* THE OCNTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CRACK ALONG SIDE THE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WHEEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120517

WHEELS 10%

10% of complaints: wheels — 15 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20021115 — EA (closed 20040311)

STEERING COLUMN LOCKUP

R 20040426 — steering

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC COLUMN LOCK SYSTEMS (ECL), WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO "LOCK," THE ECL SYSTEM PREVENTS TURNING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM. WHEN THE VEH

Remedy: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, THE DEALER WILL DISABLE THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK BY REMOVING THE COLUMN LOCK PLATE. WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS REMOVED, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WIL

Campaign 04V060000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090728 — exterior lighting

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Chevrolet Corvette — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (29 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V060000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1995 ▲ 2020 ▲ 1990

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2005 ■ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

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