1998 Pontiac Firebird vs 2000 Pontiac Firebird
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 80 | 280 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Firebird | Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 |
| Visibility | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3 |
| Tires | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
1998 Pontiac Firebird
2000 Pontiac Firebird
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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.