MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Explorer

○ Not enough data
2002 Chevrolet Explorer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:44:14.712Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Explorer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 9 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 5 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2002: 7 complaints 2002
2002: 7 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19955
19967
19979
19985
19995
20002
20027

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

2 of 7 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN HIT IN THE FRONT CENTER OF THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY CAUSING MINOR INJURIES TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20021017

WHILE DRIVING AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON , AND CAN BE USELESS IN EVENT OF A CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020722

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

Show complaint excerpts

CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING 55MPH RIGHT REAR TIRE HAD TREAD SEPARATION. TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20030108

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

Show complaint excerpts

THE INSIDE DOOR PAD HAD FALLEN OUT THE PLASTIC MATERIAL. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030221

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Chevrolet Explorer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer 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 Explorer?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer 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.