2000 Pontiac Trans AM
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 11 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars.
2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH2 of 11 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing mounting and fuel pump.
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FUEL LINE LEAK. HIGH PRESSURE FUEL RETURN LINE LEAK FROM PINCH/CHAFING 9 INCHES FROM FUEL SENDER (HIGH VOLUME LEAK ABOVE FUEL TANK AND MUFFLER).*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040103
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.
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ALL SPEEDS WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE PULLS HARD TO RIGHT, INCREASED WHEN BRAKING. HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE WHEN THIS OCCURS. DEALER STATES, CAN'T DUPLICATE PROBLEM, BUT THIS MAY BE DO TO FACTORY TIRE SIZE 275 R 16.. WHATEVER THE PROBLEM IS, THIS VEH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010212
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Pontiac Trans AM?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 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.