Most common 2002 Chevrolet Van problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Van complaints by model year
Best Van years: 2002, 2001. Years to avoid: 1996, 1997, 2000. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2002 Chevrolet Van:
Hydraulic pump failres
GM is conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between May 1999 and October 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early October 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes.
What 2002 Chevrolet Van owners say
Wheels & tires
Cars are being shipped from factory with 17" tires and only 16"spares. I believe this to be a serious safety issue. Using the spare tire ( rotating at a faster speed than the other tires ) could cause an accident. All other manufacturers use the same size spare as all other tires on the vehicle!
While traveling about 60mph on highway, vehicle started to vibrate. Consumer was able to pull over to the shoulder. Right rear tire tread separated from wheel. Firestone, p215/70r dealership is aware of problem. Firestone replaced all four tires.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Van a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 Van rates average: 35% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Van at the same age. It is one of the best Van years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Chevrolet Van?
The wheels & tires — 3 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year, most often about tread/belt. Next are the body & structure (2) and locks & latches (1).
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Van have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Van. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Van?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002 and 2001. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1996, 1997 and 2000. See the full Chevrolet Van years comparison.
At what mileage do 2002 Chevrolet Van problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 73,000 miles; 20% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.