1992 Pontiac Trans AM
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 32 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
2 of 3 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
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Consumer states that windshield wipers would work intermittently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-05
Exterior lighting
2 of 3 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing flasher unit and turn signal.
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Blinkers stopped working after a while. Right would turn on, but wouldnt turn off and left didnt blink. Anti-lock breaks stopped working. Wippers would only sometimes work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-21
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Structure
1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing column.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1992 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1992 Pontiac Trans AM 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 Trans AM?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Pontiac Trans AM have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.