Two problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2002 Silverado 1500.
The heads on the bolts on the exhaust manifold have sheared. There is an exhaust leak which causes my truck to fail inspection.
5 exhaust bolts have broken off on my 6. 0 liter chevy engine. 3 on the driver's side and 2 on the passenger side. This is a common problem with this engine that chevy will not stand behind. The local dealer quoted me $2,000 to fix the problem.