2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
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 | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 255 | 284 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–31 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Prizm | Chevrolet Prizm |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Tires | 4 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2001 Chevrolet Prizm
2002 Chevrolet Prizm
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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.