2000 Pontiac Bonneville
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 113 |
| 1993 | 138 |
| 1994 | 88 |
| 1995 | 244 |
| 1996 | 150 |
| 1997 | 147 |
| 1998 | 277 |
| 1999 | 143 |
| 2000 | 214 |
| 2001 | 129 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 27 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: visibility — 47 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: steering — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130204
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRE6% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS ALL WERE ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ANY INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120326
CAR WONT START
NHTSA ODI report, 20180209
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Campaign 00V114000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004.
Campaign 04V090000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Pontiac Bonneville — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V114000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V090000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville?
The most-reported component is visibility:power window devices and controls, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.