MYRModel Year Report

1986 Pontiac Fiero

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1986 Pontiac Fiero
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:50:11.852Z

Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Fiero Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1984: 31 complaints 1984 1985: 18 complaints 1985 1986: 26 complaints 1986 1987: 15 complaints 1987 1988: 13 complaints 1988 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaints 1996
1986: 26 complaints
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YearComplaints
19820
19830
198431
198518
198626
198715
198813
19911
19941
19961

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

15 of 26 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

FIRE INJURY
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APPARENTLY, THIS CAR IS INFAMOUS FOR FIRES, BUT I WAS NOT WARNED UPON PURCHASE 4 MONTHS PRIOR TO THIS, PLUS I HAD SPENT CLOSE TO $400 ON REPAIRS AFTER PURCHASE AND IT DID PASS SAFETY INSPECTION 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO BURSTING INTO FLAMES

NHTSA ODI report, 19990428

VEHICLE FIRE CAUSED BY THE PINE NEEDLES AND LEAVES WERE IGNITED BY A HOT CATALYTIC CONVERTER. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960212

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT OIL LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND ONTO THE GROUND. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031128

PARKING BRAKE

5 of 26 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional and mechanical.

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THE CONSUMER STATED, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK. IF THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A HILL, IT WOULD ROLL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030812

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

FIRE
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SPARK PLUG WIRE CAME IN CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE AND BURST INTO FLAMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961029

SEAT BELTS

1 of 26 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19861217 — EA (closed 19880722)

REAR BRAKES

I 19871007 — DP (closed 19880518)

TIE ROD BREAKAGE

I 19880722 — EA (closed 19910830)

REAR DISC BRAKES

I 19881018 — PE (closed 19881229)

REAR HUB CARRIER FAILURE

I 19881213 — PE (closed 19890331)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19890331 — EA (closed 19900713)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19900221 — C (closed 19910731)

REAR DISC BRAKES

R 19900703 — engine and engine cooling

DUE TO AN INTERACTION OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ENVIRONMENT AND MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE RELATED FACTORS, THERE IS A RISK OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES.

Remedy: CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW ENGINE COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK.

Campaign 89V232000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19900806 — engine and engine cooling

PCV GROMMET OIL LEAKS, TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LEAKS, PISTON CONNECTING ROD FAILURES BREAKING THROUGH ENGINE WALL CAUSING OIL SPILLAGE, FUEL RAIL LEAKS, COOLANT LEAKS, ROCKER COVER OIL LEAKS, AND MAIN

Remedy: CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK.

Campaign 90V104000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19910701 — parking brake

PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTER FAILS TO OPERATE AND DO NOT WORK AFTER BRAKE PAD WEAR.

Remedy: REPLACE NONFUNCTIONING PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTERS.

Campaign 91V055000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Pontiac Fiero — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V232000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V104000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V055000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 Fiero?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Pontiac Fiero have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.