2002 Chevrolet Express
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.
- Complaints
- 55
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Service brakes
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
20% of complaints
Complaints per year
2002: 55 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 68 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
20% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
15% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing engine and gasoline.
Structure
15% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing frame and members and door.
Show complaint excerpts
The side hinges seize up and break. It throws the door alignment off and I am no longer able to completely close the front side door and it keeps the passenger door from opening also.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-05
When I came outside the glass was broken and had been thrown to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicle had been driven the day before and was fine. It was parked in the shade and away from anything which could have hit it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-08
Chevyrolet doesn't seem concerned. No safety defect listed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-25
Also filed under Power train and fuel system, gasoline
Power train
15% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing differential unit and axle assembly.
Electrical system
15% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing wiring and 12v/24v/48v battery.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle would not start. Went inside to call tow truck to have it towed to mechanic. Turned around and it was on fire. Vehicle was not running;parked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-28
2002 Chevrolet Express VAN with explorer conversion - burst into flames while in our driveway (Engine off). Extensive fire damage to drivers side. Extensive smoke damage to interior.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-06
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
Buy-smart checklist
2002 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2002 Chevrolet Express 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 Express?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Express have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.