Is the Pontiac Bonneville Reliable?
1992–2005 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Pontiac Bonneville Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 | 16 | 6 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2004 | 0 | 16 | 1 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2003 | 0 | 37 | 3 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2002 | 0 | 65 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2001 | 0 | 80 | 4 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2000 | 1 | 149 | 3 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1999 | 1 | 96 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1998 | 1 | 182 | 4 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1997 | 2 | 93 | 5 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1996 | 3 | 90 | 6 | — | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Bonneville Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Bonneville scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Pontiac Bonneville Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 824 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pontiac Bonneville reliable?+
The Pontiac Bonneville scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 8 recall campaigns and 824 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Bonneville is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 Bonneville achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 0 recalls and 16 complaints.
How many miles does a Bonneville last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Pontiac Bonneville owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Bonneville will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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