MYRModel Year Report

1986 Pontiac 6000

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1986 Pontiac 6000
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:31.444Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1986: 16 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

8 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Steering

6 of 16 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion.

Show complaint excerpts

Rack and pinion steering has gone out at 57K miles. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-02

Power train

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

When driving car it wouldn't shift gears up . Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-18

Visibility

2 of 16 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield and heater core.

Structure

1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1986-05-15Exterior lighting86V056000 The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

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    1986-05-15Exterior lighting86V131000 The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1986-12-16Engineering analysisClosed 1988-09-19 Power st. Assist
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    1987-07-10Service brakes, hydraulic87V093000 The anti lock brake system (ABS) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. Additionally, the hydraulic pump…

    Remedy: The ABS and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced. In addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required…

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  5. I
    1991-08-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-04 Front brake disc/hub sep
  6. I
    1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Pontiac 6000 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V056000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 86V131000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 87V093000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Pontiac 6000?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Pontiac 6000 have?
4 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.