MYRModel Year Report

2002 Geo Prizm

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2002 Geo Prizm
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:33.134Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1992: 50 complaints 1992 1993: 79 complaints 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3
1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1991 1992: 50 complaints 1992 1993: 79 complaints 1993 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3
1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1991 1992: 50 complaints 1992 1993: 79 complaints 1993 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3

2002: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19890
199038
199146
199250
199379
1994143
199596
199661
199750
199811
199924
20007
20016
20023

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing interior.

Show complaint excerpts

Consumer states rearview mirror is distored and causes poor visibility when used, dealer notified. Nlm

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-19

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

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The power lock system jams so that the driver's side door is impossible to open, making it impossible for a driver to escape in an emergency.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-03

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

Show complaint excerpts

In addition to the vehicle not starting properly (Excessive crank time) the vehicle has sudden reductions in speed (Not normal slow down) when releasing gas pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-17

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2002 Geo Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2002 Geo 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 2002 Geo Prizm?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Geo Prizm have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.