1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 76 |
| 1993 | 61 |
| 1994 | 98 |
| 1995 | 113 |
| 1996 | 61 |
| 1997 | 236 |
| 1998 | 227 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
8% of complaints: visibility — 8 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING UNDER RAINY CONDITIONS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. CONSUMER WAS ALMOST HIT BY ANOTHER CAR AS A RESULT. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030519
WINDSHIELD WIPERS DON'T WORK WHEN RAINING OR TEMPS ABOVE 50 F. SEVERAL NEAR ACCIDENTS DUE TO BAD VISIBILITY. PROBLEM STARTED IN SUMMER 2000 AND HAS CONTINUED AND GOTTEN WORSE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020826
8% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
FIRE6% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 6 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE SAFETY BELT RETRACTORS FOR THE REAR CENTER POSITION ARE MISSING A PAWL SPRING AND IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT, WILL ALLOW THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING TO EXTEND BEYOND THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE THE RETRACTOR IF THE PAWL SPRING IS MISSING.
Campaign 93V212000 — check if this car was fixed
THE THIRD ROW SAFETY BELT RETRACTORS MAY BE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY AND MAY LOCK-UP WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON SLOPES OF LESS THAN 15 DEGREES, WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THIRD ROW SAFETY BELT RETRACTORS AND REINSTALL THEM PROPERLY.
Campaign 94V015000 — check if this car was fixed
THE SECOND ROW, RIGHT HAND SHOULDER BELT CAN BECOME "PINCHED" BETWEEN THE SEAT AND THE DOOR FRAME PILLAR TRIM. THE SHOULDER BELT MAY NOT RETRACT PROPERLY, WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS O
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR FRAME PILLAR TRIM PANEL WITH A REDESIGNED TRIM PANEL. ALSO, A CAUTION LABEL WILL BE APPLIED TO THE CHILD SEAT ADVISING THE OWNER NOT TO INSTALL THE SEAT TO THE PASSENGER
Campaign 94V100000 — check if this car was fixed
TRNSAXL OIL HOSE SEPARATES
PASSENGER SIDE DASH FIRES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATIO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Campaign 96V015000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Pontiac Trans Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 93V212000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V015000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V100000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V015000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer, accounting for 8% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport have?
4 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.