1996 Pontiac Fiero Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 11, 2018 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fiero years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 Pontiac Fiero. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 88,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1996 Pontiac Fiero problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Suspension1 · ~88,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension1100%88,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

1996 Pontiac Fiero recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Pontiac Fiero.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

1996 pontiac feiro v6 got in the rain or through a small puddle this car hydroplanes at low speeds 40 mph very badly. I'm lucky to be live. The feiro was totaled this car spun out so quickly while driving straight. I was on the highway,it was raining an and my speed was 40 mph i had put new tires…

Suspension · received Dec 11, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11160807

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Pontiac Fiero?

Owners most often report suspension problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Pontiac Fiero?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 Pontiac Fiero a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fiero model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.