One problem related to transmission failure has been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet S10. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Powertraun automatic transmission failure. Vehicle was in park and would not go into reverse. Could shift to "r" but vehicle would not go into reverse. Vehicle had to be towed to certified transmission, Lincoln, ne. Will be repaired. This retail business, is averaging 10 repairs a month on this make and model and failure.