2002 Honda S2000: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker S2000 years.
22 owner complaints, most about engine and engine cooling. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2002 S2000?The 2002 Honda S2000 has 22 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and engine cooling and power train.
Safety record for the 2002 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2002 Honda S2000 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other S2000 years only. How we score it
Is 2002 a good year for the S2000?
Across the 9 S2000 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (2008) to 46 (2000). With 22 complaints, the 2002 S2000 sits above the model's median of 15.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment, characterized by deep emotional attachment and reverence as a legendary, driver-focused roadster.
Owner insights cover all generations of the S2000. See the full S2000 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used S2000 listings typically run $28,883–$39,800 across 1999 to 2009 model years.
Other S2000 model years
Compare every S2000 year side by side to see how 2002 ranks against the rest.
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