Complaints
191
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#129 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:74,725 mi
#225 complaints
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
Avg mileage:30,006 mi
Crash-related:1
#322 complaints
Wheel Issues
Avg mileage:48,153 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 29 | — | — | 74,725 mi | |
| Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device | 25 | 1 | — | 30,006 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 22 | — | — | 48,153 mi | |
| Wheels:Rim | 15 | — | — | 32,474 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | — | — | 55,131 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 9 | — | — | 51,806 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 7 | — | — | 232,103 mi | |
| Steering:Column | 6 | — | — | 57,943 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 70,721 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Software | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — |
Steering Defects
29
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,725
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
25
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
30,006
Wheel Issues
22
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,153
Wheels:Rim
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
32,474
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
55,131
Gasoline Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,806
Electronic Stability Control
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
232,103
Steering:Column
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
57,943
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,721
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2002 Chevrolet Corvette — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has 191 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (29 complaints, avg 74,725 mi); Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device (25 complaints, avg 30,006 mi); Wheel Issues (22 complaints, avg 48,153 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 60,859 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Corvette reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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