1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 88 |
| 1989 | 139 |
| 1990 | 176 |
| 1991 | 172 |
| 1992 | 114 |
| 1993 | 131 |
| 1994 | 213 |
| 1995 | 169 |
| 1996 | 79 |
| 1997 | 810 |
| 1998 | 499 |
| 1999 | 412 |
| 2000 | 461 |
| 2001 | 308 |
| 2002 | 330 |
| 2003 | 106 |
| 2004 | 454 |
| 2005 | 148 |
| 2006 | 239 |
| 2007 | 220 |
| 2008 | 142 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: visibility — 27 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 22 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY10% of complaints: visibility — 21 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: air bags — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
OTHER: LOCATION OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG CAUSED EXTENSIVE INJURIES TO PASSENGER DURING ACCIDENT. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950929
STARTED THE VEHICLE AND DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY IMPACT INVOLVED. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950619
LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE HITTING A GUARD RAIL, IMPACT 12:00 POSITION, SPEED 30 MPH AIRBAG DEPLOYED BREAKING WINDSHEILD AND REARVIEW MIRROR CAUING INJURIES. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950201
5% of complaints: exterior lighting — 10 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WINDSHIELD WIPER/TURN SIGNAL MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH ON STEERING COLUMN REPLACED TWICE ALREADY (12/31/96, 02/17/99) AND NOW BLINKERS ARE INOP AND MUST BE REPLACED FOR A THIRD TIME. HAVE NOTICED THIS ITEM IS RESPONSIBLE FOR NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030213
SAFETY TIMELINE
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURES
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE OLD DESIGNED WASHER/WIPER SWITCHES WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.
Campaign 97V017000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNI
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Campaign 07E021000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Pontiac Grand Prix — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V017000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix have?
2 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.