Does the 2002 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Pontiac Firebird, the most recent reported on December 12, 2001 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Pontiac Firebird?

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).

How many 2002 Pontiac Firebird complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 21 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Pontiac Firebird recalls and problems

1 recall and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Pontiac Firebird.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Pontiac Firebird recalls

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 01V381000 · reported December 12, 2001 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 897 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection," and no. 214, "side impact protection." these vehicles may have welds near the lower driver's side door hinge that do not meet specifications.
The risk: In a crash, an occupant could receive severe injuries.
The fix: Dealers will install structural rivets. Owner notification began december 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system7
Engine and engine cooling5
Service brakes, hydraulic5
Visibility4
Exterior lighting3
Power train3
Unknown or other3
Wheels3
Engine2
Fuel system, gasoline2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 29, 2015 · Engine and engine cooling · 100,000 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE VALVE COVER GASKET. AS A RESULT, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT…

Oct 9, 2012 · Electrical system · 43,000 miles
THE SECURITY LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON ,SOMETIMES CAR WILL NOT START AND SOMETIMES DIES WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER AT ANY GIVING TIME. THE KEY THAT HAS A THE SENSOR DOES NOT READ OR GIVE THE CORRECT RESISTANCE TO THE VATS SECURITY SYSTEM AND THE SECURITY SYSTEM SHUTS THE CAR OFF. I BELIEVE IT HAS SOMETHING TO DO…

Sep 19, 2012 · Engine · 50,000 miles
ENGINE OIL LEAK PROBLEM SINCE AUGUST. I HAVE HAD CAR CHECKED ON TWO (2) OCCASIONS BY MY MECHANIC. HE STATED IT COULD NEED A NEW OIL PAN OR THE REAR MAIN SEAL. THE CAR ONLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN VERY WELL MAINTAINED. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND NOT TOO HAPPY THAT I AM FACING COSTLY ENGINE REPAIRS FOR THIS…

Mar 18, 2010 · Wheels · 42,926 miles
TL CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR OF THE CHROME ALLOY RIMS ON THE VEHICLE EXHIBIT CRACKS. THE RIMS WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED PER THE WARRANTY; HOWEVER, SINCE THERE WAS A MEMO INDICATING THAT THEY COULD NOT BE REPAIRED BUT REPLACED. PONTIAC HAS BEEN VERY UNCOOPERATIVE AND REFUSED…

Jan 22, 2010 · Structure
DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. OUTER SKIN COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM DOOR. LOWER HINGE IS DEFECTIVE. OWNED VEHICLE SINCE NEW, WAS A RECALL RELATED TO HINGE, BUT NEVER NOTIFIED OF ANY RECALL REGARDING MY VEHICLE. ACTUALLY GLUED SKIN BACK TO DOOR TO REPAIR.

Firebird model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	0	24	4	0
2001	0	24	0	2
2002	1	21	1	1

Across all years, the 2000 Firebird has the most complaints (24). All Pontiac Firebird years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Pontiac Firebird, the most recent reported on December 12, 2001 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Pontiac Firebird?: Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).
How many 2002 Pontiac Firebird complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 21 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 29, 2015.