1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 244 | 150 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 44 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 120,000 mi | 115,428 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Bonneville | Pontiac Bonneville |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 21 |
| Steering | 27 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 27 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 7 |
| Power Train | 18 | 8 |
| Structure | 16 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 26 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
1995 Pontiac Bonneville
1996 Pontiac Bonneville
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.