There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet S10, but owners have filed 214 complaints with NHTSA.
2002 Chevrolet S10 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 73 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 21 | |
| Power Train | 17 | |
| Air Bags | 15 | |
| Electrical System | 15 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 14 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | |
| Suspension | 13 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | |
| Seats | 7 | |
| Equipment | 6 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and Attachments — 39
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 10
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 8
- Air Bags › Frontal — 7
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 7
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 6
- Structure › Frame and Members — 6
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments — 6
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2002 Chevrolet S10 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 171,000 miles · reported May 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet S10. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started shuddering and lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull to the shoulder of the roadway to turn off the vehicle. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle briefly returned to normal functionality, but the failure reoccurred. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the engine had seized, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of…
Tires · reported Mar 26, 2024
The contact owns a 2002 Chevy S10 equipped with Tornel Classic All Season Tires. Tire Size: 205/75 R15, and DOT Number: N/A. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact's friend noticed that the passenger's front tire had a large bubble. The contact stated that the bubble was the size of a football. The tire was recently purchased online from Walmart.  The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000. VIN Unavailable.
Engine · reported Mar 21, 2024
Driving down highway 56mph went ro pass and the accelerate stayed wide open causing to go off road to shut off truck to be able to slow down and hopefully stop. Hit the gravel on shoulder to avoid collision with other cars spun out of control going in ditch
Visibility/Wiper · reported Nov 30, 2020
Turned on windshield wipers and nothing happened. Made it to the side of the road during downpour. Checked fuses and still nothing. Faulty solders on wiper control board. Dangerous situation as visibility was greatly impaired. Could have caused a life threatening crash.
Tires · at 66,000 miles · reported Sep 19, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet s10 equipped with uniroyal tiger paw awp II tires, size: p205/75/r15 (Na). While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and the front driver side tire blew out. The contact independently replaced the tire with the spare. The tire was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The tire failure mileage was 10,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 66,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet S10 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Chevrolet S10?
Owners report structure problems most often (73 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (21). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.