At a glance

Reported mileage181,349 mi

LocationNc, USA

ColorWhite

Last listed price$2,700

Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Chevrolet

Model

S-10

Year

2002

Trim

LS

Body style

Pickup

Vehicle type

TRUCK

Engine

4.3L 6-cyl

Cylinders

6

Drivetrain

4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4

Doors

4

Assembly plant

LINDEN, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES (USA)

Manufacturer

GENERAL MOTORS LLC

What's a 2002 Chevrolet S-10 worth?

What comparable 2002 Chevrolet S-10 vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low

$1,200

Typical price

$2,941

High

$4,800

Most 2002 Chevrolet S-10 listings fall between $1,200 and $4,800, from 53 comparable cars.

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Safety recalls None found

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 238 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet S-10, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash

Engine 3 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Tires 3 reports

🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Electrical System 2 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Air Bags 2 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Visibility/wiper 1 report

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Suspension 1 report

🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 238

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2002 Chevrolet S-10.

ENGINE

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. Severa…

NHTSA ODI #11586813

TIRES

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 on…

NHTSA ODI #11579483

ENGINE

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

Crash · NHTSA ODI #11578616

VISIBILITY/WIPER

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.

NHTSA ODI #11377215

SUSPENSION

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. CU…

NHTSA ODI #11362727