MYRModel Year Report

2002 Pontiac Trans AM

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2002 Pontiac Trans AM
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:46.888Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
32
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 1 complaint 1980 1982: 2 complaints 1984: 5 complaints 1986: 10 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 12 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1999: 16 complaints 1999 2000: 11 complaints 2001: 10 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 32
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1982: 2 complaints 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1986: 10 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 1 complaint 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 12 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 16 complaints 2000: 11 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 32
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1986: 10 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 12 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 16 complaints 1999 2000: 11 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002 32

2002: 32 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19801
19822
19845
198610
19871
19881
19891
19912
19923
19931
19949
19955
19964
199712
199811
199916
200011
200110
200232

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

Service brakes

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Exterior lighting

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing switch and headlights.

Structure

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing roof and pillars and body.

Seat belts

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing front.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owned a 2002 Pontiac Trans AM. While driving approximately 95 MPH in fourth gear, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a guardrail and drove down an embankment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-09

Also filed under Air bags and engine

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2002 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 5 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Pontiac Trans AM 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 Pontiac Trans AM?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Pontiac Trans AM have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.