Is the Pontiac Firebird Reliable?
1992–2002 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Pontiac Firebird Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 4 | 40 | Poor |
| 2001 | 0 | 17 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 0 | 13 | 2 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1999 | 0 | 40 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 1998 | 0 | 49 | 4 | — | 68 | Good |
| 1997 | 1 | 33 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 1996 | 1 | 35 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 1995 | 1 | 70 | 7 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 1994 | 2 | 42 | 12 | 1 | 46 | Fair |
| 1993 | 1 | 12 | 4 | — | 81 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Firebird Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Firebird scores exactly at the sports average.
Known Pontiac Firebird Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 338 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pontiac Firebird reliable?+
The Pontiac Firebird scores 67/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 338 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Firebird is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2000 Firebird achieved the highest reliability score of 86/100 with 0 recalls and 13 complaints.
How many miles does a Firebird last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Pontiac Firebird owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Firebird will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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