Model year guide

2002 Toyota Corolla

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Toyota Corolla is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 64 on record.

2002 Toyota Corolla — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints149
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$1,744

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

2002 Toyota Corolla recalls 5

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

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:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 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: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #10E002000 · 11/02/2010

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 ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Fix: 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.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #06E025000 · 21/03/2006

CERTAIN POLI-AUTO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. 11-728, 11-728D, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708P, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (P&C), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, AND 11-732, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS,…

Fix: POLI-AUTO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE HEADLAMPS AT ITS ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT POLI-AUTO AT 305-477-1356.

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 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2002 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,117

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

What's a 2002 Toyota Corolla worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$1,744
High
$2,400

From 63 comparable 2002 Toyota Corolla listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,585
Depreciation (5 yrs)$800
Total$11,385
Per mile$0.15

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 ($1,744) with the same model 4 model-years older ($1,103), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Toyota Corolla trims & engines on record

Trims
CE · LE · S
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl

2002 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E52Z652438 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E82Z625895 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E52Z610481 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E42Z644007 2002 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E92Z570289 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla S1NXBR12E02Z651665 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E72Z643692 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E32Z565444 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E22Z591792 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E72Z576222 2002 Toyota Corolla S2T1BR12E92C554885 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla S2T1BR18E52C567172 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E12Z647284 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E42C549187 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E72Z636600 2002 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E32Z581210 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E12Z600840 2002 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E52C541681 2002 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E02Z613742 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E22Z641817 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla S2T1BR12EX2C578290 2002 Toyota Corolla LE2T1BR12E52C573725 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E72Z641831 2002 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12EX2C564342

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2002 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla?

Based on 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Toyota Corolla at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2002 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2002 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $1,000–$2,400, typically around $1,744 (from 63 vehicles).

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