2002 Honda S2000 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Honda S2000.

20012003
Complaints
11
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2002 Honda S2000 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

#22 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

#32 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Honda S2000.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2002 Honda S2000 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2002 Honda S2000 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2002 Honda S2000 has 11 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Honda S2000?
Top reported problems: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (3 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (2 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv) (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2002 Honda S2000?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Honda S2000 include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Honda S2000 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Honda S2000 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Honda S2000?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda S2000 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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