1995 Pontiac Firebird
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 59 |
| 1995 | 84 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 49 |
| 1998 | 63 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 21 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH10% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN HIT AT 65MPH IN THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY CAUSING MINOR INJURIES TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021107
PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DID NOT INFLATE DURING COLLISION, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950721
AT 12:00 POSITION AT 30MPH BOTH, BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED BUT PASSENGERS SIDE AIRBAG CAUGHT ON FIRE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950412
7% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
FIRE5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED CAUSING THE SHAFT LOWER COUPLING TO LOOSEN AND ROTATE ON THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT FOR THE CORRECT LOWER COUPLING AND REPLACE IT AS REQUIRED.
Campaign 95V046000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL TUB RETAINING CLIP FAILURE
FUEL TUBE RETAINING CLIP FAILURE
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE RE
Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
Campaign 06E065000 — check if this car was fixed
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. TH
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.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Pontiac Firebird — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V046000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Pontiac Firebird reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Pontiac Firebird is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Pontiac Firebird?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Firebird have?
3 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.