2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cavalier years
- Fewer complaints than other years 11th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 196 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. That ranks 11th out of 11 Cavalier model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (35 complaints, 18%), typically at around 64,416 miles. Complaints mention 24 crashes, 4 fires, 33 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 196owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 24complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 | 18% | 64,416 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 11% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 11% | 17,350 | — | — |
| Steering | 16 | 8% | 72,810 | — | — |
| Visibility | 16 | 8% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 14 | 7% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 7% | 69,058 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 7% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 13 | 7% | 38,350 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 6% | 77,115 | — | — |
| Suspension | 10 | 5% | 62,225 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 5% | 59,050 | — | — |
| Structure | 9 | 5% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 4% | 82,044 | — | — |
| Seats | 6 | 3% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 6 | 3% | 71,430 | — | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 3% | 27,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 2% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 106,400 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 165,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | 25,332 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | 54,550 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 1% | 4,136 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1% | 46,550 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 75,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Was in a horrible car wreck yesterday and none of my airbag is avoid but yet my no check engine light none of my lights were on so I don't understand the problem you could have nearly killed me is what I got spent around three times and put back at the gas station that I left
Horn doesn't work..replaced fuse still not working..so I wonder if my air bag will work...how do I fix it no body know not even the dealer
Just purchased a 2002 chevy cavalier for our daughter and have been trying to find out if any of the 5 recalls were performed on this vehicle or not. The nhtsa recall page isn't working at this time and the chevy local dealership isn't willing to help. Can someone please provide some assistance??
Problem with electrical system that operates rear blinkers and brake lights. I have changed bulb which are not the problem. I have changed the electrical connectors. Works fine for short period of time when either of these are changed but still not fixed. Started with passenger side but now having…
Key get stuck in ignition in the on position. Cannot shut the car off or remove the key. Must pull ignition fuse to shut off engine and then disconnect the battery. Gm acknowledge this as a problem in 2014 but never issued a recall.
Other Chevrolet Cavalier years
← 2001 Cavalier · 2003 Cavalier →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Cavalier | 287 | 0 |
| 2004 Cavalier | 330 | 1 |
| 2003 Cavalier | 678 | 1 |
| 2002 | 196 | 0 |
| 2001 Cavalier | 243 | 1 |
| 2000 Cavalier | 315 | 2 |
| 1999 Cavalier | 240 | 2 |
| 1998 Cavalier | 345 | 4 |
| 1997 Cavalier | 540 | 7 |
| 1996 Cavalier | 503 | 7 |
| 1995 Cavalier | 270 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 35 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cavalier model years, the 2002 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.