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2002 Pontiac Firebird 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 |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 12, 200101V381000 | Structure: frame and membersIN A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT COULD RECEIVE SEVERE INJURIES. DetailsHide details for campaign 01V381000
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Owner complaints by component30
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 9 | 30 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 7 | 23 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 20 |
| Visibility | 5 | 17 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 17 |
| Hydraulic | 5 | 17 |
| Wheels | 3 | 10 |
| Power train | 3 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 10 |
| Engine | 2 | 7 |
| Structure | 2 | 7 |
| Equipment | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel system | 2 | 7 |
| Gasoline | 2 | 7 |
| Air bags | 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 and engine cooling
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac firebird. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, there was a burning odor emitted from the vehicle.”
- Electrical system
“The security light comes on and stays on ,sometimes car will not start and sometimes dies while driving and loses power at any giving time.”
- Engine
“Engine oil leak problem since august. I have had car checked on two (2) occasions by my mechanic. He stated it could need a new oil pan or the rear main seal.”
Other Pontiac Firebird model years
- 20021 recall21 complaints
- 20010 recalls24 complaints
- 20000 recalls24 complaints
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- 2002 Sunfire0 recalls82 complaints
- 2002 Trans Am0 recalls32 complaints
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- 2003 Vibe8 recalls298 complaints
- 2006 Solstice4 recalls243 complaints
- 2007 G55 recalls188 complaints
- 2006 Torrent0 recalls240 complaints
2002 Pontiac Firebird recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Pontiac Firebird have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2002 Pontiac Firebird. The most recent, 01V381000 (reported December 12, 2001), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 30 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.