2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 315 | 196 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 383 | 444 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,850 mi | 53,906 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 69 | 35 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 54 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 22 |
| Steering | 28 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 | 13 |
| Power Train | 26 | 13 |
| Structure | 27 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 42 | 16 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.