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2002 Pontiac Montana vs 2003 Pontiac Montana

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.

Metric2002 Pontiac Montana2003 Pontiac Montana
NHTSA complaints12684
Recall campaigns35
Service bulletins (TSBs)427455
Investigations11
Crash reports38
Fire reports11
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)18–2018–20
Median reported mileage60,000 mi50,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentPontiac MontanaPontiac Montana
Engine and Engine Cooling2410
Exterior Lighting1214
Fuel System, Gasoline1213
Electrical System915
Air Bags712
Structure106
Power Train114
Visibility114

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion80
2002 Pontiac Montana
2003 Pontiac Montana

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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.