2002 Chevrolet Explorer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Explorer years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Explorer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 29%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Chevrolet Explorer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Chevrolet Explorer recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The vehicles automatic transmission sticks in the gear it's currently in or hesitates when changing gear. The dealership replaced parts in attempt to correct the problem, but the problem still exist. Please provide any additional information. *nm
While applying the brakes and without prior warning abs braking light appears on the dashboard. *ak
The vehicle pulled violently to the right and the right wheel spindle dropped off which caused loss of control and an accident. *nlm
The inside door pad had fallen out the plastic material. *jb
Consumer states while driving 55mph right rear tire had tread separation. Ts
Other Chevrolet Explorer years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 Explorer | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 Explorer | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 Explorer | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 Explorer | 9 | 0 |
| 1996 Explorer | 7 | 0 |
| 1995 Explorer | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer?
Owners most often report air bags, power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Explorer model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.