Most recalled 2002 vehicles

Source: NHTSA data as of November 8, 2026. Last refreshed Nov 8, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC.

2002 models ranked by the number of NHTSA recall campaigns covering them. Many recalls cover several models at once, and a count says nothing about how serious each one is: open a vehicle to read them.

2002 models at a glance

As of November 8, 2026, NHTSA lists 1,340 recall campaigns covering 2002 vehicles, across 1,840 models. 8 of them told owners not to drive the vehicle, or to park it outside, until it was repaired.

The systems recalled most often were equipment (259); service brakes, hydraulic (84); electrical system (83); exterior lighting (83); and service brakes, air (81). A recall can name more than one system.

The largest, by the number of vehicles it may affect across every model year it covers:

May 28, 201515V320000Air bags6,281,043 vehicles
Honda Element, Honda Accord and 10 more models
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability…

Most recalled 2002 vehicles

2002 models at a glance

The 25 most recalled 2002 models