1995 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
15% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 26 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING TRYING TO AVOID HITTING THE ANIMAL ABS BRAKES DIDN'T WORK AND AIR BAG DEPLOYED HALF WAY, CONSUMER INJURED IN ACCIDENT, PLEASE DESCRIBE
NHTSA ODI report, 19960617
13% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file.
DEATH7% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: exterior lighting — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
EXTERIOR LIGHTING/TAIL LIGHTS - THERE IS MOISTURE BUILD-UP AND HEAVY CONDENSATION IN BOTH TAIL LIGHTS, AGAIN . I'VE ALREADY HAD THE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY REPLACED TWICE ON BOTH SIDES, AND HAVE TO PAY FOR IT AGAIN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031014
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Campaign 97V065000 — check if this car was fixed
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Campaign 98V306000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
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
1995 Pontiac Grand Prix — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V017000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V065000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V306000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix have?
4 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.