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1996 Pontiac Sunfire problems by component

201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.

ComponentComplaints
Engine and Engine Cooling39
Electrical System38
Air Bags33
Service Brakes, Hydraulic24
Power Train20
Steering19
Exterior Lighting15
Visibility12
Suspension10
Vehicle Speed Control10
Fuel System, Gasoline9
Structure9
Seat Belts5
Latches/locks/linkages4
Seats4
Equipment3
Interior Lighting3
Parking Brake3
Fuel System, Other2
Service Brakes, Air2
Tires2
Wheels2
Fuel/propulsion System1

Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.