The seat position on this vehicle + all other vehicle my family have do not fit a adult w a 32 “ sitting hight 22 in shoulder hight @less than 160 lbs the seatbelt become deadly and airbag a peg vaggio 120 anchored to seat w a retro fit kit it is attached solid corrects seatbelt geometry leave me 15. “ from the wheel. Peddle extension are allready leaguel for short individual a high back anchor booster seat is a better idea for an operator to be driving a vehicle, and then an unattached booster cushion that they still have to put 2-3/4on top of each other pleat test for driving positions highback booster for small drivers you should make it a federal law for everyone safety I’ve already sent multiple other pictures and here comes more if it will allow me to not a state law you should make it a federal law for everyone’s safety and all points of the United States. End of story that if you’re under 5 foot nine for everyone safety especially if they’re under 170 pounds you could operate a vehicle in the booster seat behind the steering wheel. Any vehicle seating position is for a 5 foot nine occupant.
The worst 2002 Chevrolet S10 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Body73
- Brakes21
- Locks21
- Fuel system17
- Transmission17
- Airbags15
- Electrical15
- Suspension12
- Acceleration7
- Seats7
- Engine6
- Seat belts5
- Steering5
- Tires5
- Lights4
- Visibility4
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Chevrolet S10
Door locks 11ABS 10No deployment 7Fuel pump 7Ball joint 6Brake failure 5
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Tailgate support cables
General motors is conducting a special policy program for 903,464 owners of 2000 - 2003 model s/t vehicles through which owners may, at their option, either (1) periodically inspect the tailgate support cables installed in their vehicle and have the cables replaced if the cable coating exhibits any indications of damage or deterioration or (2) request that the tailgate support cables be replaced free of charge. Gm will honor all requests by owners who opt for replacement without question regardless of the condition or appearance of the cables. Gm has agreed to mail reminder notifications to owners every two years until the tailgate support cables have been replaced or until the vehicle is 12 years old.odi's investigation indicates that a significant majority of the reported complaints (87%) and injuries (94%) have occurred in my 2000 - 2003 s/t vehicles.
EA05008
Tailgate support cable(s) break
Odi is upgrading rq04-012 and opening an ea to investigate the tailgate support cables installed in 1998 - 2004 model year sonoma and s10 model vehicles.general motors is conducting recall campaign 04v‑129 to replace the tailgate support cables originally installed in certain model year 2000-2004 sierras and silverados and certain model year 2002-2004 avalanches and escalade exts (c/k models).general motors has advised odithat the tailgate support cables installed in the subject vehicles were fabricated using identical or similar sheathing material as the recalled vehicles.however,general motors has advised odi that sonoma and s-10 vehicles differ from c/k models in several ways: the vehicle height is lower; the tailgate displacement (drop) when not supported by the cables is smaller and the tailgate comes to rest at a less severe tip angle when not supported by the cables; the tailgate mass is smaller; and the size, payload, and usage characteristcis are less demanding than c/k model vehicles.gm also stated that sonoma and s-10 warranty claim information indicates a lower claim count and a lower claim rate than recalled c/k models.notwithstanding the above information, odi has received an additional 73 non-injury complaints and 10 injury complaints on the subject vehicles during rq04-012 (since november 2004 to date), which justifies opening an engineering analysis to further investigate this issue.
RQ04012
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Chevrolet S10 373
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
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- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement...
2002 Chevrolet S10 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | RWD | 17-19 | 23-25 | 19-22 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14-15 | 20 | 16-17 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 12-14 | 16-18 | 14-15 |
What 2002 Chevrolet S10 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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 the failure. The failure mileage was 171,000.
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.
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
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.
Chuck hutton chevrolet service -charged 05cvz brakes/ 88911428 steer/sup parts $219.24 labor $366.66/f joint kit/steering idler arm 88911297 part: $97.99 labor: $366.66/ 19297307 f-(s)arm parts: $42.89 labor: $331.30 on sept 15, 2020, service consultant advised customer that it would take 7 days for her parts to arrive at chuck hutton parts department. Customer called on sept 24, 2020. Service consultant advised, she was still waiting on the delivery of the parts. Customer spoke with service consultant on october 1, 2020. Customer was advised again by service consultant that she is still waiting on the parts. Hung up phone and called customer back within 5 minutes, and said her parts was here, her vehicle will be ready by 4:30pm the 1st. I knew that was impossible. So, I went in on october 2, 2020 between 4:30pm-5:00pm. I paid my ticket price of $1,912.81 with a credit card. Twenty minutes later, I was told my vehicle wouldn't start. My vehicle is still there. My credit card was billed the ticket price. This is a very bad customer experience with chuck hutton service consultant (greedy commission) upon inspection found ball joints worn and coming apart/the steering idler arm was worn at the joints. The steering pitman arm was worn at the joint. Inspected the steering system and advised. Replaced the steering pitman arm and lube chassis. Price gouging on labor $1190.40/ invoice #2551188 vehicle entered service area on sept 15, 2020. Service consultant advised the customer, her car was ready for pick up on sept 2. When customer arrived, she paid for repairs, customer was advised 30 minutes later, her vehicle would not start. Customer took her vehicle in for a routine exchange coolant 36 part flush ,$169.95/ replaced reservoir $100.52 labor: $65.48 maintenance check $65.48(?)
When my truck ran out of gas on the freeway, my steering locked up and brak s failed.
Truck or vehicle shut down while driving.
Air bag light on and can't get parts
Tl* 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.
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Questions about the 2002 Chevrolet S10
Is the 2002 Chevrolet S10 reliable?
Owners have filed 214 complaints about the 2002 Chevrolet S10, 10.2 times a typical S10 model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2002 Chevrolet S10 year score?
The 2002 Chevrolet S10 scores 5 out of 100 (poor). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet S10: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Chevrolet S10?
Body and structure, with 73 complaints, typically around 52,634 miles. Next is brakes (21).
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet S10 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet S10 have the most body problems?
The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most body complaints are 2000 (93 complaints), 2001 (75 complaints) and 2002 (73 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Chevrolet S10 get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Chevrolet S10 range from 14 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 17-19 city and 23-25 highway.
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