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2002 Chevrolet Prizm recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2002 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Feb 11, 201010E002000 | SuspensionTHE ABSENCE OF THE WELD CAN ALLOW THE STRUT TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO SURROUNDING VEHICLE… DetailsHide details for campaign 10E002000
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Owner complaints by component32
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 19 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 16 |
| Air bags | 4 | 13 |
| Steering | 4 | 13 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 13 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 9 |
| Power train | 2 | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 6 |
| Engine | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Visibility | 1 | 3 |
| Tires | 1 | 3 |
| Structure | 1 | 3 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 3 |
5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“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.”
- Air bags
“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…”
- Suspension
“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.”
Other Chevrolet Prizm model years
- 20020 recalls19 complaints
- 20010 recalls45 complaints
- 20000 recalls24 complaints
Other Chevrolet models
- 2002 Malibu2 recalls583 complaints
- 2002 Silverado 15000 recalls531 complaints
- 2002 Impala4 recalls795 complaints
- 2002 Tahoe3 recalls449 complaints
- 2002 Trailblazer13 recalls1,264 complaints
- 2002 Suburban2 recalls439 complaints
- 2002 Silverado4 recalls710 complaints
- 2002 Silverado 25001 recall351 complaints
- 2002 Corvette1 recall157 complaints
- 2002 Express0 recalls69 complaints
- 2002 Avalanche2 recalls658 complaints
- 2002 Silverado 35001 recall50 complaints
2002 Chevrolet Prizm recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. The most recent, 10E002000 (reported February 11, 2010), concerns suspension. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 6 complaints out of 32 filed with NHTSA (19%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Chevrolet Prizm?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
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