1999 Pontiac Trans AM
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 16 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 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
5 of 16 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
Power train
4 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and automatic transmission.
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No summary listed for above vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-12-11
Suspension
3 of 16 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
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Both of my sun visors have fallen out without the ability to put back in place. There have been several times I have needed these visors to drive safely when the sun is coming up or going down. I feel this could lead to an accident in the future.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-05
Also filed under Steering
Service brakes
3 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Steering
2 of 16 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly.
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The tie rod snapped and caused causing the left front wheel to turn to the extreme left or right which resulted in a crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-29
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection
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- Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Pontiac Trans AM?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 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.