MYRModel Year Report

1999 Pontiac Trans AM

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1999 Pontiac Trans AM
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:46.231Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Trans AM Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1982: 2 complaints 1984: 5 complaints 1986: 10 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 12 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1999: 16 complaints 1999 2000: 11 complaints 2001: 10 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002
1999: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19822
19845
198610
19871
19881
19891
19912
19923
19931
19949
19955
19964
199712
199811
199916
200011
200110
200232

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. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19991211

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, 20150305

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.

CRASH
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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. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030429

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.