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1994 Pontiac Trans Am: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am: 1 recall, 9 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
9owner complaints
2mention a crash
–best combined mpg
1994 Pontiac Trans Am
Photo: MercurySable99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #75V137000 · 1975 · 76 vehicles

What's wrong:

Why it matters:

The fix:

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Fuel system2
Speed control / throttle2
Visibility (wipers, glass)2
Brakes (hydraulic)1
Transmission & drivetrain1
Fuel system (other)1
Equipment1
Engine & cooling1

What owners describe

The 1994 Pontiac Trans Am has 9 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 12 Trans Am model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 10). Complaints peaked in 1999 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old. Neighboring years: 1993 (1 complaints, 0 recalls), 1995 (5 complaints, 0 recalls).

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am.

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FAQ

Does the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 1994 Pontiac Trans Am problems?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (2), speed control / throttle (2), visibility (wipers, glass) (2).

Where can I get a 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 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.

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