Model year guide

2002 Pontiac Grand Am

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 42 on record.

2002 Pontiac Grand Am — representative photo
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2002 Pontiac Grand Am at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints404
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$1,405

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2002 Pontiac Grand Am recalls 4

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V400000 · 03/07/2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E064000 · 17/07/2006

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Fix: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2002 Pontiac Grand Am common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 404 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2002 Pontiac Grand Am MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,650

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$1,405
High
$2,500

From 37 comparable 2002 Pontiac Grand Am listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$600
Total$13,850
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,405) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,042), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Pontiac Grand Am trims & engines on record

Trims
SE1 · GT · SE · GT1
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl · 2.2L 4-cyl 170 hp

2002 Pontiac Grand Am vehicles on record

2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52EX2M677440 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52E92M632750 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52F52C144250 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT11G2NV12E42C210127 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52F52C113970 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW12E32C237736 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW12E62C142300 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E42C319952 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1G2NE52F72C224801 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52E12M539687 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E22M721771 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E32C218773 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW12E42C193021 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E22M671339 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E62M512081 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW12E72C261859 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52F02C145175 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1G2NW52E02M552057 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52F62C297722 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1G2NE52F42C219863 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52F12C302311 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52E42C313455 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE11G2NF52E92C314326 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT11G2NV52E42M626583

Other Pontiac Grand Am model years

2005 2004 2003 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995

2002 Pontiac Grand Am — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am?

Based on 404 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am worth?

Comparable 2002 Pontiac Grand Am listings run roughly $500–$2,500, typically around $1,405 (from 37 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.