Is the Pontiac Trans Sport Reliable?
1990–1999 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Pontiac Trans Sport Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 | 10 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 2 | 161 | 19 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 1997 | 3 | 173 | 9 | 6 | 3 | Poor |
| 1996 | 0 | 34 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 1995 | 1 | 92 | 9 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 1994 | 3 | 72 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 1993 | 2 | 48 | 1 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 1992 | 1 | 60 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 1991 | 1 | 28 | 1 | — | 67 | Good |
| 1990 | 3 | 36 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Trans Sport Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Trans Sport scores 14 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Pontiac Trans Sport Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 714 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pontiac Trans Sport reliable?+
The Pontiac Trans Sport scores 57/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 714 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Trans Sport is most reliable?+
Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.
How many miles does a Trans Sport last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Pontiac Trans Sport owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Trans Sport will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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