Is the 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 74% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Pontiac GTO have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2004 Pontiac GTO

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2004 Pontiac GTO
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 245
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Suspension

Complaints per year

2004: 245 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2004	245
2005	154
2006	216

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

74% · 182 reports

Most commonly citing front and macpherson strut.

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Tires

27% · 66 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

Power train

7% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and axle shaft.

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I was driving my clutch and gas went to the floor and my steering wheel broke and I ran through the woods.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-14

Also filed under Steering and structure

Electrical system

7% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing switch and instrument cluster/panel.

Steering

2% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly.

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Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2007-02-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-08-08 Front strut to tire interference

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Suspension: 182 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 66 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 74% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Pontiac GTO have?: No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.