Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V305000 Reported November 14, 2002

Gm/wheel bearing nut

General Motors, Llc · Wheels · 18,409 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V305000
Manufacturer Campaign
02053
Manufacturer
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
18,409
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 14, 2002

Defect Summary

Certain vans were built without a wheel bearing assembly retaining nut, which could lead to a possible bearing separation.

Safety Consequence

If this were to occur, the amber-colored abs tell-tale lamp in the instrument panel would illuminate and the abs system would be disabled. the driver would also notice a grinding noise, a decrease in the vehicle speed, and the steering will pull in the direction of the affected brake assembly. this could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wheel bearing assembly. if the inspection reveals a missing retaining nut, the wheel bearing assembly will be replaced. owner notification began november 13, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02V305000 or campaign 02053.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V305000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V305000?

NHTSA recall 02V305000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on November 14, 2002. It addresses: Gm/wheel bearing nut. The recall affects approximately 18,409 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V305000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02053. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.