1992 Pontiac Lemans

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1992 Pontiac Lemans
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:56.986Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
21

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 21 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 21 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 21 1993: 18 complaints 1993

1992: 21 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
198813
198915
199025
199124
199221
199318

Known problem areas

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

12 of 21 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and retractor.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The drivers seatbelt shoulder portion would not restrain occupant in an accident. Please describe. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-30

Service brakes

4 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Exterior lighting

3 of 21 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch and headlights.

Power train

2 of 21 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing constant velocity joint.

Electrical system

2 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and module.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1993-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-01-31 Auto restraint syst. Fails
  2. I
    1994-01-31Engineering analysisClosed 1995-01-19 Auto restraint system fail
  3. R
    1995-02-22Seat belts94V248000 Insufficient lubrication in the guide track rail in which the shoulder belt carrier moves causing a chattering noise, momentary binding while traveling, cycling back and forth, or stops completely.

    Remedy: Dealers will lubricate the track system on these vehicles.

  4. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Pontiac Lemans — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V248000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 1992 Pontiac Lemans 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 1992 Pontiac Lemans?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Pontiac Lemans have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.