2000 Toyota Corolla vs 2002 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 144 | 117 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 83 | 96 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,500 mi | 62,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 47 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 11 |
| Tires | 10 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 7 |
| Steering | 11 | 4 |
| Visibility | 7 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2000 Toyota Corolla
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.