MYRModel Year Report

1983 Pontiac 6000

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1983 Pontiac 6000
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:19.110Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1983: 3 complaints 1983 3 1984: 1 complaint 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1987: 18 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints
1983: 3 complaints 1983 3 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 18 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992
1983: 3 complaints 1983 3 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 18 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992

1983: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19833
19841
19855
198616
198718
198814
198916
199011
19916
19920

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

2 of 3 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.

Show complaint excerpts

'cold power steering'.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-28

'cold power steering'.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-01

Seats

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

Show complaint excerpts

Drivers seat bolt that holds the seat in place just broke while vehicle was in motion. Please explain. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-07

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1983-09-20Parking brake83V092000 Parking brake cables contain incorrect springs. These springs fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 105, "Hydraulic brake systems".

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and install new rear parking brake cable if necessary.

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  2. R
    1983-10-20Service brakes, hydraulic83V105000 The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. This would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1984-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1985-03-22 Engine compartment fires
  4. I
    1985-06-19CClosed 1989-05-18 Rear brake lockup
  5. I
    1985-08-30Engineering analysisClosed 1987-07-24 Power brake assist
  6. I
    1986-09-05Defect petitionClosed 1986-12-19 Power steering failure
  7. I
    1986-12-16Engineering analysisClosed 1988-09-19 Power st. Assist

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Pontiac 6000 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 83V092000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 83V105000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1983 Pontiac 6000 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Pontiac 6000?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Pontiac 6000 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.