2002 Chevrolet Prizm Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Prizm years
- Fewer complaints than other years 5th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. That ranks 5th out of 6 Prizm model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 21%), typically at around 69,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 19owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 21% | 69,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 16% | 118,144 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 11% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 11% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 11% | 55,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 130,025 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 5% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | 43,495 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Chevrolet Prizm recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
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.
Engine absorbs oil. After purchasing; engine seized. Purchased 2nd engine at beechmont chevrolet...same flaw. Engine seized at five mile road exit off of i-275. To this day if i do not check oil on regular basis. I pose a risk of engine seizing again.
My 2002 chevrolet prizm (same as a toyota corolla) has its cruse control, horn, and the drivers side airbag all mounted on the steering wheel, electrically connected to the rest of the car through an inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (aka clock spring) mechanism. Both the cruse…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet prizm. While driving at 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front struts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not…
2002 chevrolet prizm. Consumer states problem with steering wheel locking up *tgw
Purchased car july '09 with 64,000 on engine. Vehicle purchased with 90 day warranty. 2700 miles after purchase, engine emitted blue smoke after highway driving. Vehicle taken to repair shop, pistons hold no compression, one valve shot, repair shop and warranty company state vehicle not drivable…
Other Chevrolet Prizm years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 19 | 0 |
| 2001 Prizm | 45 | 0 |
| 2000 Prizm | 24 | 0 |
| 1999 Prizm | 36 | 0 |
| 1998 Prizm | 27 | 0 |
| 1996 Prizm | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, latches/locks/linkages, air bags problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Prizm model years, the 2002 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.