1991 Pontiac Firebird
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 65 |
| 1995 | 84 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 49 |
| 1998 | 63 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 21 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
7 of 27 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and tank assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 1991 Pontiac Firebird. The contact stated that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the souder joint was fractured which, allowed fuel to leak.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-11
Dt*: the contact stated that there was a gasoline smell coming from the vehicle while it was parked in the garage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. Upon inspection the mechanic found a leak coming from the gasoline filler pipe.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-02-02
Air bags
3 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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In a frontal collision none of the air bags deployed on impact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-26
Vehicle ran into a tree at 40MPH head-on, and the air bags did not deploy. Dealer has not been contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-01-21
Car was in an accident and the air bag didn't deploy talk to dealer was to come out and look at the car in two week it is now 12 week and no one has look.…
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-30
Structure
3 of 27 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and hinge and attachments.
Electrical system
3 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers.
Tires
2 of 27 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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1990-12-07Visibility91V031000 Poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and the mounting, which could allow the windshield to separate from the vehicle during a collision. This fails to conform with FMVSS 212.
Remedy: Remove all sealer from windshield and mounting; apply new bonding and sealant material, and reinstall windshield.
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1991-05-08Seat belts91V067000 The metal latchplates may not engage the buckle assemblies, causing a "No latch" Condition. Movement of the seat occupant in this condition could cause latchplate release from the buckle.
Remedy: Replace the retractor assembly for the safety belt (Front and rear in coupes and front only in convertibles).
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1991-09-17Defect petitionClosed 1992-01-16 Axle shaft and wheel lug studs
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1992-09-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-01-29 Fuel tank leakage
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1993-01-29Engineering analysisClosed 1994-04-26 Fuel leaks
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1994-06-09Fuel system, gasoline94V077000 The fuel filler neck solder joint can develop cracks or pin hole leaks, which does not comply with FMVSS No. 301, "Fuel system integrity." The cracks and holes can allow fuel vapor and fuel leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace those which exhibit the cracks or pin hole leaks.
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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).
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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…
Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Pontiac Firebird — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 91V031000 · Visibility
- Recall 91V067000 · Seat belts
- Recall 94V077000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1991 Pontiac Firebird 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 1991 Pontiac Firebird?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Pontiac Firebird have?
- 5 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.