2002 Chevrolet Pickup
Only 17 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 17 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 | 11 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 79 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 17 total reports mention: tires.
2 of 17 total reports mention: tires.
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FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, MY DAUGHTER, THE PRIMARY DRIVER, COMPLAINED ABOUT THE LACK OF TRACTION WHEN THE ROAD WAS WET. ON THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT, IT HAD BEEN DRIZZLING. SHE WAS ON THE RAMP CONNECTING I-4 TO I-95 NORTH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020911
VIBERATION PROBLEM REPLACED TIRES(35) RIMS(2) AND LEFT AXLE VIBERATION CONTINUES. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020312
2 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes.
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COMPLETELY FAILED WHILE DRIVING HAD TO GO OFF ROAD TO AVOID A COLLISION
NHTSA ODI report, 20160229
MAY OF 2012 THE BRAKE LINE ON THE FRAME RAIL UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT FAILED, AUGUST 2013 BRAKE LINE FAILED IN TWO PLACES AT THE SAME TIME JUST AFTER A STATE INSPECTION,REPAIRED,AND ANOTHER BRAKE LINE 1 FOOT FROM THE MASTERCYLINDER ALONG THE DRIVERS...
NHTSA ODI report, 20130817
1 of 17 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: suspension.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Chevrolet Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Pickup 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 Pickup?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 12% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Pickup 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.