2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD
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- Photo: 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4x4 LT, front right, 07-09-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche K1500, Front Left, 05-29-2020 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Avalanche x2 (51423492673) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 5.3 V8 (51952212059) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4x4 LT, rear right, 07-09-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD is a 285-hp 5.3-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled w/overdrive and tow/haul mode and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $31,215 MSRP.
It makes 285 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 325 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.
The Avalanche measures 221.6 inches long on a 130.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,250 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $31,215 ($56,392 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V8 |
| Displacement | 5.3 L |
| Horsepower | 285 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled w/overdrive and tow/haul mode |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.0 x 1.1 in vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.9 x 1.2 in vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 7 in aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 7 in aluminum |
| Tires Front | P265/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P265/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 221.6 in |
| Width | 79.8 in |
| Height | 73.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,250 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet AVALANCHE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 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.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Aug 29, 2005 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNWANTED ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ACTIVATION. THIS CONDITION IS MORE LIKELY TO OCCUR IN ENVIRONMENTALLY CORROSIVE AREAS. THIS RECALL WILL BE LAUNCHED IN THE "SALT BELT" STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ONLY.
Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING LOW-SPEED BRAKE APPLICATIONS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS ARE TO REMOVE THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AND THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR MOUNTING SURFACE ON THE BEARING, APPLY RUST INHIBITOR TO THE CLEANED SURFACE, GREASE THE MOUNTING SURFACE, REINSTALL THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, AND CHECK THE PEAK-TO-PEAK OUTPUT VOLTAGE TO ENSURE THE WHEEL SPEED SIGNAL IS WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
NHTSA campaign 05V379000
Mar 17, 2004 · STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE GALVANIZED STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES THAT RETAIN THE TAILGATE IN THE FULL OPEN (HORIZONTAL) POSITION MAY CORRODE, WEAKEN, AND EVENTUALLY FRACTURE. IF BOTH CABLES FRACTURED, THE TAILGATE WOULD SUDDENLY DROP AND STRIKE THE TOP SURFACE OF THE REAR BUMPER.
Consequence: ANYONE SITTING OR STANDING ON THE HORIZONTAL SURFACE OF THE TAILGATE WHEN BOTH CABLES FRACTURED COULD BE INJURED BY FALLING FROM THE TAILGATE. ON VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THE BUMPER REMOVED, THE TAILGATE MAY DROP EVEN LOWER. ADDITIONALLY, IF THERE IS CARGO ON THE TAILGATE THE CARGO MAY FALL OFF IF THE SUPPORT CABLES FRACTURE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CABLES. INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 7, 20004. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2004, WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS WERE AVAILABLE, AND WILL CONTINUE THROUGH OCTOBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR VISIT WWW.MYGMLINK.COM, AND ENTER YOUR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER.
NHTSA campaign 04V129000
671 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet AVALANCHE
Owner Complaints
671 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet AVALANCHE (58 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 33 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 275 |
| Hydraulic | 157 |
| Structure | 78 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 67 |
| Parking Brake | 53 |
| Tires | 39 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.