2002 Chevrolet Tracker recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker and 59 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is suspension (17 reports), followed by structure (14). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2002 Chevrolet Tracker problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Structure | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | 5 | 1 | 6 | |
| Visibility | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA investigations
- EA06018 – Front suspension crossmember corrosion opened Oct 30, 2006, closed Dec 3, 2007
Latest owner complaints
Service Brakes · Sep 26, 2024 · VA · crash · fire · 2 injured
The safety airbags exploded and burning my face and the passenger side passenger it was very hard and his arm and the of explosion of the airbags she was spraying and burning the face and was
Lane Departure · Sep 26, 2024 · VA · crash · fire · 2 injured
The safety airbags exploded and burning my face and the passenger side passenger it was very hard and his arm and the of explosion of the airbags she was spraying and burning the face and was
Air Bags · Sep 26, 2024 · VA · crash · fire · 2 injured
The safety airbags exploded and burning my face and the passenger side passenger it was very hard and his arm and the of explosion of the airbags she was spraying and burning the face and was
Tires · Oct 26, 2020 · 145,000 miles · TX
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet tracker equipped with firestone tires, tire line: affinity touring, tire size: 205/65/r15, DOT number: 2r9ldbf. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the road and inspected the tire but saw no damage. The contact continued…
Service Brakes · Mar 18, 2019 · 137,570 miles · PA
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet tracker. The contact stated that the vehicle did not stop when the brake pedal was depressed. The front end swerved and the contact had to apply extreme force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed extensive rust on the frame and that the cross member was fractured. The vehicle was unable to…
Structure · Mar 18, 2019 · 137,570 miles · PA
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet tracker. The contact stated that the vehicle did not stop when the brake pedal was depressed. The front end swerved and the contact had to apply extreme force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed extensive rust on the frame and that the cross member was fractured. The vehicle was unable to…
Service Brakes · Dec 13, 2018 · 86,000 miles · CA
Rear brakes keep failing, they failed yesterday for the third time in about 8,000 miles. They also discontinued a part for the rear brakes. Cannot find the part anywhere. Was driving and heard a noise coming from the left rear, pulled over and it was the brakes. Have to pump the brakes to stop.
Air Bags · Apr 5, 2017 · 150,000 miles · VA · crash · 2 injured
After a collision where my tracker hit another vehicle at around 55 MPH on a highway, my vehicle hit dead on to the side of another (t-bone) and my sensor should have triggered my airbags and did not.
Structure · Mar 8, 2017 · OH
My mother and I was driving on the expressway and it seemed as if the car just lunged forward sharply and made US swerve a little. I pulled over and seen that the car was sitting "off" a little. We towed it home and my step dad looked at it and said the car had rusted through the subframe. The subspension subframe crossmember part could of killed US. She bought this car at 29…
Steering · Mar 8, 2017 · OH
My mother and I was driving on the expressway and it seemed as if the car just lunged forward sharply and made US swerve a little. I pulled over and seen that the car was sitting "off" a little. We towed it home and my step dad looked at it and said the car had rusted through the subframe. The subspension subframe crossmember part could of killed US. She bought this car at 29…
Suspension · Mar 8, 2017 · OH
My mother and I was driving on the expressway and it seemed as if the car just lunged forward sharply and made US swerve a little. I pulled over and seen that the car was sitting "off" a little. We towed it home and my step dad looked at it and said the car had rusted through the subframe. The subspension subframe crossmember part could of killed US. She bought this car at 29…
Unknown or Other · Aug 21, 2016 · 30,000 miles · VA
I've had to replace the o2 sensors every 2 years as they are defective. I have owned the vehicle since 2004 (12 years) so I've replace the o2 sensors ( all 3) 6 times. Has this happened or been reported by any other owners?
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker?
Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are suspension (17), structure (14), air bags (7).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker?
Owners reported 9 crashes, 3 fires, 13 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2002 Chevrolet Tracker?
NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently EA06018: Front suspension crossmember corrosion.