- The problem
- Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
- The risk
- Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Chevrolet S10 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2002 Chevrolet S10 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 2009 for the headlights.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical S10 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2002 Chevrolet S10 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
- The risk
- Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on july 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
- The problem
- Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
- The fix
- Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on august 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
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Chevrolet S10: every year compared
All S10 years2002 Chevrolet S10 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Chevrolet S10 | 0 | 3 | B | |
| 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche | 671 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 259 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 82 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet C/K Pickups | 14 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet C/K Series | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet C Series | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Chevrolet Beretta | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2002 Chevrolet S10
Does the 2002 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet S10: headlights (May 2009); exterior lighting (July 2006); exterior lighting (June 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2002 Chevrolet S10 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2002 Chevrolet S10 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 68 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Chevrolet S10 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2002 Chevrolet S10 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data