2002 Chevrolet C3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 3, 2015 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other C3 years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Chevrolet C3. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 51,116 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2002 Chevrolet C3 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~51,116 mi
Power Train1 · ~51,116 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%51,116——
Power Train1100%51,116——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2002 Chevrolet C3 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Chevrolet C3.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Leaking fuel caused by a crack, on top of fuel tank. It was sent out for repair by our mechanic and got fixed. Recently it started leaking again, caused by another crack on top of fuel tank. Our repair shop refused to repair it again, because of safety issue. This vehicle is a four winds 5000 motor…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Aug 3, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10745705

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YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet C3?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet C3?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Chevrolet C3 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C3 model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.