1995 Pontiac Bonneville: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville: 1 recall, 244 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #94V190000 · 1994 · 1,997 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were assembled with lighting control modules which can experience excessive current leakage due to damaged surface mounting capacitors. This can cause loss of head lamps and parking lamps.
Why it matters: Sudden loss of headlamps can cause reduced driver visibility which can result in a vehicle accident. Also, the head lamps cannot be turned off, or they May turn on while the vehicle is parked, resulting in loss of battery charge and inability to restart the car.
The fix: Dealers will replace the headlamp module.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 16 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (55): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (19), leaks (15).
- Electrical (40): the most common themes are electrical failure (20), stalls / loses power (9), door / lock issues (5).
- Airbags (35): the most common themes are deploys unexpectedly / inflator (4), warning light on (3).
- Steering (27): the most common themes are steering problems (25), noise or vibration (6).
The 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has 244 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 16 Bonneville model years for complaints (2.1× the average Bonneville year). Complaints peaked in 2000 (31 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 120,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1994 (88 complaints, 0 recalls), 1996 (150 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 Pontiac Bonneville problems?
Owners have filed 244 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (55), electrical (40), airbags (35).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 Pontiac Bonneville repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.