There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Pontiac GTO, but owners have filed 245 complaints with NHTSA.
2004 Pontiac GTO problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Suspension | 182 | |
| Tires | 66 | |
| Power Train | 17 | |
| Electrical System | 16 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | |
| Steering | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 5 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | |
| Wheels | 4 | |
| Visibility | 3 | |
Most reported parts
- Suspension › Front — 71
- Suspension › Front › Macpherson Strut — 57
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 9
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 6
- Tires › Sidewall — 5
- Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 5
- Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft — 4
- Suspension › Rear — 4
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2004 Pontiac GTO complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Visibility · at 152,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2016
The contact owns a 2004 pontiac gto. The contact stated that the fan used for the air conditioning and the heater throughout the vehicle remained activated when the vehicle was off or on. There was also condensation on the floor throughout the vehicle. The contact did not know where the abnormal condensation originated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 152,000.
Seats · reported Nov 9, 2015
After owning the car less than 3 years, the seat back latches started sticking so anyone who was in the back seat had a hard time getting out or getting in for that matter! After a time the latches stopped working altogether so it became impossible to get people out of the back seat if they were able to get in. The power seats had to be moved all the way forward, just to give a small space for passengers to squeeze out. In a crash, it would be impossible to get someone out of the back seat because of this problem which could result in harm. We were told that this was not covered under the…
Air Bags · at 36,709 miles · reported Nov 9, 2014
Was driving car on the freeway at aprox 75 MPH hit a patch of ice and lost control spun out in circles, hitting the guard rail causing it to roll 3 times car ended upside down I hit steering wheel and seriously hurt my back no air bags deployed.
Electrical System · at 103,000 miles · reported Aug 14, 2014
The contact owns a 2004 pontiac gto. After starting the vehicle and shifting into the drive position, the engine suddenly stalled. The intermittent failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 103,000.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 45,000 miles · reported Jul 11, 2014
While doing a springtime check of my gto, noticed coil cover rubbing on fuel rail feed line. Abrasion was almost all the way through the line. Had to replace with steel braided line from russels. Could have caused fire in the engine bay.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Pontiac GTO have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Pontiac GTO as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Pontiac GTO?
Owners report suspension problems most often (182 reports), followed by tires (66). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 miles.
Are Pontiac recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Pontiac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.