Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the check engine light on (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Oil Pump problems |
Purchased car July '09 with 64,000 on engine. Vehicle purchased with 90 day warranty. 2700 miles after purchase, engine emitted blue smoke after highway driving. Vehicle taken to repair shop, pistons hold no compression, one valve shot, repair shop and warranty company state vehicle not drivable, Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. Two years ago, the emissions control box failed at 41,000 miles and caused the check engine light to illuminate. At 72,000 miles, the engine has a piston knock. Two different mechanics stated that the engine needed to be replaced. Read details...
The tie down strap on the muffler rusted out at 45,000 miles. The muffler is stainless steel and should last 100,000 miles. Read details...