CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 449 complaints with NHTSA, including 42 crashes, 8 fires, 45 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (90 reports).
2002 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
Most common 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
Problem areas named in the 449 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 90 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 74 |
| Steering | 42 |
| Tires | 38 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Air Bags | 31 |
| Electrical System | 31 |
| Parking Brake | 24 |
| Suspension | 21 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 19 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH occupied with his sister-in-law and her children, the contact smelled smoke coming from the driver seat of the vehicle the contact mention he pulled to the right side of the road, exiting everyone out the vehicle when he noticed that the drive seat caught fire. No warning lights illuminated. The contact mentioned she noticed smoke and flames coming from the engine, and smoke started coming inside the vehicle. present. The contact mention he called 911. No injuries were sustained. No medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The fire department extinguished the fire, and they informed th
MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED AS NEEDING THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS REPLACED. I HAVE READ THAT THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE THAT POSES A RISK TO DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS DUE TO THE FUMES, BUT HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
We were sitting in car with it idling, the right-side air bag just deployed without collision. We turned the ignition off waited a few moments and turned it back on and the right-side dash airbag deployed without any warning. The vehicle has not been in any collisions.
My right side wheel feels like itâs going to fall off and indicate the abs and emergency parking brake. I believe itâs a wheel hub bearing thatâs coming loose or tie rods Iâm not sure and One time the emergency parking brake engage on me and I had to pull over to the side and wasnât able to drive it. When I turn on the engine or driving , idling I smell gasoline really bad
I HAVE AN 02 TAHOE Z71 THAT RECENTLY I'VE BEEN HAVING BRAKE PROBLEMS AT SLOW SPEEDS WHEN TRYING TO STOP LIKE THE ABS IS TRYING TO KICK IN RANDOMLY BETWEEN ABOUT 5 TO 15 MPH WHEN SLOWING FOR RED-LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS THERE'S TIMES I HAVE TO LET OFF AND REAPPLY BRAKE 2 TO 3 TIMES AT LEAST BEFORE IT WILL ACTUALLY STOP WITHOUT THE ABS KICKING IN. I READ ABOUT SOME RECALLS ON THIS ON 02 TAHOES BUT MY VIN SAID I HAD 0 UNFIXED RECALLS
2002 Chevrolet Tahoe questions
Does the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Structure; Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Based on 449 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (90), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (74), Steering (42).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.