2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 2002 Honda Civic
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 702 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 444 | 316 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 112 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 25–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,906 mi | 91,452 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 241 |
| Power Train | 13 | 185 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 49 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 53 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 31 |
| Suspension | 10 | 35 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 36 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 20 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Overheating | 0 | 10 |
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
2002 Honda Civic
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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.