Model year guide

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora — representative photo
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2002 Oldsmobile Aurora at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints27
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$1,200

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #03V238000 · 01/07/2003

ON CERTAIN CADILLAC DEVILLE AND SEVILLE PASSENGER VEHICLES, FUNERAL COACHES, AND LIMOUSINES EQUIPPED WITH A V8 (4.6L) ENGINE, OLDSMOBILE AURORA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A V8 (4.0L ) ENGINE, AND PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SSEI PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A SUPERCHARGED V6 (3.8L) ENGINE, THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSORS ARE UNUSUALLY SUSCEPTIBLE TO MALFUNCTIONS. IF THE SENSOR MALFUNCTIONS, EXCESSIVE VACUUM CAN BE …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 17, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #02V222000 · 09/08/2002

CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CO…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora common problems

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$1,200
High
$2,500

From 6 comparable 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora trims & engines on record

Trims
3.5 · 4
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl · 4.0L 8-cyl

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vehicles on record

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Other Oldsmobile Aurora model years

2001 1999 1998 1997 1995

2002 Oldsmobile Aurora — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, steering, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora get?

The 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora worth?

Comparable 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora listings run roughly $600–$2,500, typically around $1,200 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.