2000 Chevrolet Prizm
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 19 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owned a 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-13
Also filed under Engine
Seats
4 of 24 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner and head restraint.
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I was involved in an auto accident on 9/1/2002 in which my seat back failed. I was traveling at approximately 65 MPH in my 2000 Chevrolet Prizm lsi. I was rear ended by a Honda civic traveling at approximately 100 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-02-06
The driver (Myself) was rear ended by a Honda civic traveling at approximately 100 MPH. Upon impact the back of the driver's seat failed and proceeded to change from 90 degrees in shape to 150 degrees in shape.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-20
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
Seat belts
3 of 24 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing warning light/devices and buckle assembly.
Latches/locks/linkages
3 of 24 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-03-15Suspension10E002000 Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed…
Remedy: Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on March 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Chevrolet Prizm — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10E002000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.