1992 Pontiac Lemans
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
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 18 |
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.
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.
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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1993-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-01-31 Auto restraint syst. Fails
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1994-01-31Engineering analysisClosed 1995-01-19 Auto restraint system fail
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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.
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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.