10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,333 miles

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problem #3

Sep 302012

Firebird

  • 37,000 miles
The contact owns 1999 Pontiac Firebird. The contact stated the vehicle clutch system disengaged whenever the clutch pedal was depressed. This caused the vehicle to have unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distances and difficulty in shifting. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the clutch master cylinder failed. The dealer was notified who stated there was a recall NHTSA campaign id number: 99V239000 (power train: Clutch assembly). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 37,000.

- Mt. Sinai, NY, USA

problem #2

Jan 012000

Firebird 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 27,000 miles
I had to replace the catalytic converter twice in the first year of purchase. I had to replace battery and alternator at 37500 miles (warranty expired at 37000). The motor in driver side door went bad for no reason. Had to replace rear seal and pins 4 times or more. I believed for a long time that it was just me but after reading through the other complaints, I realize it's the car! I have also had several of the same brake problems mentioned by others on this site. Purchased new, drove it off the Pontiac lot.

- Greer, SC, USA

problem #1

Feb 172003

Firebird 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle was in park and engine was off when the vehicle rolled forward down the driveway. Vehicle crashed into a fence.

- Taunton, MA, USA