2002 Chevrolet Explorer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2002 Chevrolet Explorer recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer.

Most common 2002 Chevrolet Explorer problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	2
Tires	1
Structure	1
Steering	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Power Train	1

What owners report

2004-01-26, Power Train
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

2003-08-14, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING ABS BRAKING LIGHT APPEARS ON THE DASHBOARD. *AK

2003-04-09, Steering
THE VEHICLE PULLED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT AND THE RIGHT WHEEL SPINDLE DROPPED OFF WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT. *NLM

2003-02-21, Structure
THE INSIDE DOOR PAD HAD FALLEN OUT THE PLASTIC MATERIAL. *JB

2003-01-08, Tires
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING 55MPH RIGHT REAR TIRE HAD TREAD SEPARATION. TS

2002 Chevrolet Explorer questions

Does the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2002 Chevrolet Explorer at this time.

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

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Tires (1), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Chevrolet Explorer has been fixed?

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