1998 Pontiac Montana
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 235 |
| 2000 | 228 |
| 2001 | 156 |
| 2002 | 126 |
| 2003 | 84 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 81 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TRACTION CONTROL
UNEXPECTED OPENING OF SLIDING DOOR
AIR BAG TEAR DURING DEPLOYMENT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH PASSENGER SIDE POWER SLIDING DOORS. THE DOOR CLOSES BUT MAY NOT BE LATCHED. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE POWER SLIDING DOOR CAN OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW UN-LATCH ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY TO THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. THIS RECALL HAS BEEN CONTINUED UNDER SAFETY RECALL 01V-264. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER O
Campaign 01V067000 — check if this car was fixed
AIR BAG INFLATOR
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1997-2001 CHEVROLET VENTURE, PONTIAC MONTANA/TRANSPORT, AND OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH PASSENGER SIDE POWER SLIDING DOORS THAT WERE SERVICED IN CAMPAIGN 01013 (
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, INSTALL A NEW POWER SLIDING DOOR UNLATCH ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DE
Campaign 01V264000 — check if this car was fixed
SHOULDER HARNESS CLIP
SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLY FAILURE
REAR AXLE TRAILING ARM FAILURE
POWER-SLIDING DOOR
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH SECOND-ROW BUCKET SEATS OR CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS AND A POWER SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, A PASSENGER USING THE INTERIOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE POWER SLI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR INTERIOR HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER-SIDE. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER OR MANUAL SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER-SIDE, THE INTERIOR HANDLE WILL ALSO BE
Campaign 04V597000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Pontiac Montana — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V067000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V264000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V597000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1998 Pontiac Montana reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1998 Pontiac Montana is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Pontiac Montana?
The most-reported component is structure:body:door, accounting for 8% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Pontiac Montana have?
3 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.