MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet S Pickup

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2002 Chevrolet S Pickup
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:28:04.402Z

Only 12 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 12 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 S Pickup Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 12 complaints 2002
2002: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19944
19953
19962
19972
200010
20016
200212

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

7 of 12 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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LOWERED TAILGATE TO CLIMB INTO BED OF TRUCK. AFTER STEPPING UP ONTO TAILGATE, BOTH RESTRAINING CABLES BROKE, THROWING ME TO THE GROUND. MINOR BRUISING AND SCRATCHING ONLY CABLES NOT REPLACED TO DATE BECAUSE DEALER CHARGING EXCESSIVE MONEY. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20060310

SUSPENSION

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH
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REAR BRAKE FAILURE AND RIGHT REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE AT THE FRONT SHACKLE WHICH CAUSE TO SEND MY TRUCK IN A UNCONTROLLED SLIDE AND WHEN THAT HAPPENED I WAS NOT ABLE TO BRAKE AND STOP MY VEHICLE IN TIME TO NOT HIT THE TREES. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030331

STRUCTURE

1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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REAR BRAKE FAILURE AND RIGHT REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE AT THE FRONT SHACKLE WHICH CAUSE TO SEND MY TRUCK IN A UNCONTROLLED SLIDE AND WHEN THAT HAPPENED I WAS NOT ABLE TO BRAKE AND STOP MY VEHICLE IN TIME TO NOT HIT THE TREES. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030331

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Chevrolet S Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension 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 S 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 S Pickup?

The most-reported component is structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachments, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet S 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.