MYRModel Year Report

1994 Pontiac Trans Sport

◆ Worse than typical
1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:58:09.956Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
98
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

16% of complaints

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 37 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1993: 61 complaints 1994: 98 complaints 1994 98 1995: 113 complaints 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 236 complaints 1998: 227 complaints 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1991: 37 complaints 1991 1992: 77 complaints 1993: 61 complaints 1993 1994: 98 complaints 1994 98 1995: 113 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1997: 236 complaints 1997 1998: 227 complaints 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 37 complaints 1991 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 61 complaints 1993 1994: 98 complaints 1994 98 1995: 113 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 236 complaints 1997 1998: 227 complaints 1998 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003

1994: 98 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19841
19861
19890
199045
199137
199277
199361
199498
1995113
199661
1997236
1998227
199910
20002
20013
20020
20033

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Seat belts

16% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and webbing.

Power train

16% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and cooling unit and lines.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Visibility

14% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and power window devices and controls.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving under rainy conditions, the windshield wipers suddenly stopped working. Consumer was almost hit by another car as a result.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-19

Windshield wiper motor will fail and not properly oscillate unless windshield is very "Wet". Problem occurs during light rain.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-27

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-26

Structure

13% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing door and tailgate.

Electrical system

13% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, smoke started coming from underhood; pulled over; engine engulfed with flames; attempts were made to extinguish fire; vehicle totaled.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-17

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-12-16Seat belts93V212000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. ▮
    1994Complaint volume 98 complaints filed for this model year.
  3. R
    1994-02-21Seat belts94V015000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove third row safety belt retractors and reinstall them properly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-06-30Seat belts94V100000 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…

    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…

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  5. I
    1994-09-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-01-18 Trnsaxl oil hose separates
  6. I
    1995-12-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-04-10 Passenger side dash fires
  7. R
    1996-03-22Power train96V015000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Pontiac Trans Sport — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V212000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 94V015000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 94V100000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 96V015000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 seat belts, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.