Does the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, the most recent reported on June 26, 2001 (Interior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (15 complaints), followed by service brakes (7).

How many 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 50 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls and problems

1 recall and 50 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls

Interior lighting

NHTSA campaign 01V220000 · reported June 26, 2001 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 38,863 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: certain pickup trucks equipped with 6.6l diesel engines fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." these vehicles have a brake system warning light in the instrument cluster that may not illuminate when the brake fluid is low. In addition, when the brake fluid is low, the vehicle may not meet the partial system requirements of FMVSS no. 105.
The risk: These conditions could result in reduced braking capability, which could lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. Owner notification began july 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes, hydraulic15
Service brakes7
Engine and engine cooling6
Fuel system, gasoline6
Tires6
Suspension5
Visibility5
Power train3
Engine2
Fuel system, diesel2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 31, 2018 · Fuel system, gasoline
2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERAL FUEL INJECTOR FAILURES AND OEM UNCOATED CARBON STEEL BRAKE LINES. THE CONSUMER STATED GM WITHHELD MATERIAL FACTS CONCERNING DURAMAX LB7 DIESEL FUEL INJECTOR FAILURES IN VIOLATION OF MISSOURI MERCHANDISING PRACTICES ACT AT THE TIME OF SALE AND DELIVERY.

May 24, 2016 · Service brakes · 145,000 miles
WHEN POSITIONING MY TRUCK TO HOOK UP MY 5TH WHEEL CAMPER I LOST MY BRAKES. THERE WAS NO WARNING OF ANY KIND AND I WASN'T SURE UNTIL I GOT OUT AND SAW THE PUDDLE . EVEN AFTER MOVING THE TRUCK AN LOSING MORE FLUID THERE WAS STILL NO WARNING. I HATE TO THINK IF HAD HOOKED UP AND BEEN DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN CORRODED METAL…

Nov 17, 2014 · Power train · 40,213 miles · crash reported
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE JUST COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF, I HAVE REPLACED EVERYTHING & 1 YEAR LATER AND 25,000 MILES LATER & 5 ACCIDENTS THE VEHICLE STILL DOES IT NOW IT WONT EVEN START. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND THERE SHOULD BE A RE-CALL ON THIS I'VE READ THAT THIS IS VERY COMMON IN THIS VEHICLE AND THERE ARE VARIOUS…

Oct 18, 2013 · Service brakes · 22,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET C/K 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TRAVELING INTO THE INTERSECTION UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES NEEDED TO BE…

Sep 11, 2013 · Engine · 500 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE…

Silverado 3500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	1	79	6	1
2001	1	72	6	1
2002	1	50	4	0
2003	0	42	0	1
2004	0	41	5	0
2005	0	46	0	0

Across all years, the 2000 Silverado 3500 has the most complaints (79). All Chevrolet Silverado 3500 years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, the most recent reported on June 26, 2001 (Interior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?: Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (15 complaints), followed by service brakes (7).
How many 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 50 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 31, 2018.