MYRModel Year Report

1996 Pontiac Fiero

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1996 Pontiac Fiero
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:23:41.271Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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, 1996 highlighted. 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 30 complaints 1984 1985: 18 complaints 1986: 26 complaints 1986 1987: 15 complaints 1988: 13 complaints 1988 1991: 1 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaints 1996
1996: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19820
19830
198430
198518
198626
198715
198813
19911
19941
19961

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 1 total report mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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1996 PONTIAC FEIRO V6 GOT IN THE RAIN OR THROUGH A SMALL PUDDLE THIS CAR HYDROPLANES AT LOW SPEEDS 40 MPH VERY BADLY. I'M LUCKY TO BE LIVE. THE FEIRO WAS TOTALED THIS CAR SPUN OUT SO QUICKLY WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181211

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Pontiac Fiero — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Pontiac Fiero?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Pontiac Fiero have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.