MYRModel Year Report

1986 Pontiac Grand Prix

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1986 Pontiac Grand Prix
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:43:49.548Z

Only 2 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 2 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 Grand Prix Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 92 complaints 1989: 143 complaints 1990: 177 complaints 1991: 173 complaints 1991 1992: 117 complaints 1993: 132 complaints 1994: 217 complaints 1995: 169 complaints 1995 1996: 79 complaints 1997: 810 complaints 1998: 499 complaints 1999: 412 complaints 1999 2000: 461 complaints 2001: 308 complaints 2002: 330 complaints 2003: 106 complaints 2003 2004: 454 complaints 2005: 148 complaints 2006: 239 complaints 2007: 220 complaints 2007 2008: 142 complaints 2008
1986: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19832
19843
19853
19862
19872
198892
1989143
1990177
1991173
1992117
1993132
1994217
1995169
199679
1997810
1998499
1999412
2000461
2001308
2002330
2003106
2004454
2005148
2006239
2007220
2008142

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.

FIRE
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WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THERE WAS A FIRE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WHICH STARTED IN THE ARM REST. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970822

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing delivery.

FIRE
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WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AND THE TRUNK AND REAR SEAT BURNT. THE ALTERED GAS LINE WAS THE POSSIBLE CAUSE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860515 — exterior lighting

THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT.

Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

Campaign 86V056000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19860515 — exterior lighting

THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT.

Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

Campaign 86V131000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19861028 — equipment

TIRE LABEL CONTAINS INCORRECT TIRE SIZE INFORMATION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110

Remedy: INSTALL TIRE LOADING LABEL WITH CORRECT INFORMATION.

Campaign 86V139000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870410 — structure

DRIVERS SIDE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MAY SEPARATE DURING ACTUATION, EXPOSING THE ELECTRICAL TERMINAL.

Remedy: INSPECT AND MODIFY POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH AS REQUIRED.

Campaign 87V046000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890306 — C (closed 19900116)

THROTTLE NON-RETURN

I 19890317 — PE (closed 19890512)

JAMMED STEERING MECHANISM

I 19890721 — PE (closed 19890922)

PARKING BRAKE CABLE

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

R 20071108 — equipment

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

1986 Pontiac Grand Prix — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V056000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V131000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V139000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V046000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1996 ▲ 1988 ▲ 2003

WORST YEARS

■ 1997 ■ 1998 ■ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Grand Prix?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix have?

6 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.