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2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500

3GNEK13T72G271493

Vehicle history report for the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 (VIN 3GNEK13T72G271493). Sport utility truck [sut], 5.3L 8-cyl. Title: Clean. 197,997 mi reported. Registered in Ca. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

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At a glance

Title statusClean
Reported mileage197,997 mi
LocationCa, USA
Last listed price$9,995
Recall campaigns2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Chevrolet
Model
avalanche 1500
Year
2002
Body style
Sport Utility Truck [SUT]
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine
5.3L 8-cyl
Displacement
5.3 L
Cylinders
8
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Doors
4
Assembly plant
SILAO, GUANAJUATO, MEXICO
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC

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📋 All factory specifications on file2 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

⚙️ Engine, fuel & battery

Other engine infoIron

📐 Body, chassis & dimensions

Brake system typeHydraulic

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 with this engine.

Combined13–14 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway16 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,975
FuelRegular
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,875 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions with this engine; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,875
Fuel only$24,875
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
221.7 in
Width
79.1 in
Height
73.2–74.4 in
Wheelbase
130.3 in
Curb weight
5,412–5,666 lb
Front track
65.4 in
Rear track
66.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Safety recall campaigns 2

WHEELS:HUB

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEP…

Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.

NHTSA Campaign #07E106000 · 17/12/2007

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 AP…

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 · 19/05/2006

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 4 Nov 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Is the VIN 3GNEK13T72G271493 valid?

3GNEK13T72G271493 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Mexico. It decodes to the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500.

Are there safety recalls on the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What fuel economy does the 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 get?

The 2002 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 has U.S. EPA estimates of 13–14 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Recall data checked 4 Nov 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.