2002 Chevrolet Silverado suspension problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado. While driving at a low speed, the contact applied the brake pedal and the abs kicked in; however, there was a loss of brake function. The stopping distance of the vehicle was dramatically reduced. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated that…”
filed Sep 24, 2015
“Traveling on a gravel road @ about 45 mph. Other than being gravel, the road is very smooth. Heard a loud bang and felt it in the vehicle and in the steering wheel. Found driver's side rear leaf spring rear mounting shackle had broken allowing leaf spring to slam against the bottom of the bed…”
filed Dec 13, 2014
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
06-03-09-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 17, 2017
Suspension problems in other Silverado years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Silverado | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 Silverado | 5 | 7% |
| 2014 Silverado | 12 | 10% |
| 2012 Silverado | 4 | 6% |
| 2011 Silverado | 3 | 4% |
| 2010 Silverado | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 Silverado | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 Silverado | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 Silverado | 15 | 8% |
| 2005 Silverado | 19 | 6% |
| 2004 Silverado | 21 | 3% |
| 2003 Silverado | 28 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.