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2002 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer 4WD

The 2002 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer 4WD is a 190-hp 4.3-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive.

It makes 190 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.

The S-10 Blazer measures 177.3 inches long on a 100.5-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type4.3L Vortec V6 (MPFI)
Displacement4.3 L
Horsepower190 hp @ 4,400 rpm
Torque250 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
Injection TypeMulti-port fuel injection (MPFI)
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD (part-time)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Tank Capacity19 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15.0 in
Wheels Rear15.0 in
Tires FrontP235/70R15
Tires RearP235/70R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length177.3 in
Width67.8 in
Height65.2 in
Wheelbase100.5 in
Ground Clearance8.1 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2002 Chevrolet S-10 Regular Cab
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2002 Chevrolet S-10 Extended Cab: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet S-10.

239 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet S-10

Owner Complaints

239 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (20 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 18 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure81
Service Brakes25
Latches/Locks/Linkages23
Electrical System19
Power Train19
Air Bags17
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 7, 2026 · Air Bags, Seat Belts, Seats
“The seat position on this vehicle all other vehicle my family have do not fit a adult w a 32 “ sitting hight 22 in shoulder hight @less than 160 lbs the seatbelt become deadly and airbag a peg vaggio…”
May 3, 2024 · 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…”
Mar 26, 2024 · 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…”
Mar 21, 2024 · Engine Crash
“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…”
Nov 30, 2020 · 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…”

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 S-10. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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