2000 Pontiac Trans AM recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Pontiac Trans AM, but owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Pontiac Trans AM vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Pontiac Trans AM problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Structure	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Suspension	1
Unknown or Other	1
Power Train	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Visibility	1
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
Suspension › Front — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,000 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 2000 Pontiac Trans AM complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 96,000 miles · reported Jun 28, 2015

Trouble code for bad catlic converters the has been replaces 3 times prior and now there clog for the fourth time? Asking GM to replace as a warrenty issue since the last time was 4 years prior and I was told that the new one would be covered for 10years 100000 miles due to GM warrenty policy. Second than is the car has dropped in gas mileage from 26mpg to about 14 both highway miles. And the last thing is the ignition lock sometimes when I try to start the car the security feathur such the car down due to the anti theft control. I AM the only proud owner of this vehicle and wanted to pass…

Structure · reported Dec 11, 2006

Driving down the road at 55-60 MPH, went to pass another car and t-top blows off and busts. T top was locked and latched correctly.

Structure · at 52,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2005

Dt: the driver's side t top exploded while going 70mph. Not sure if it had something to do with the heat or wind. Was in heavy traffic sounded like a gun shot going off in the vehicle. The only thing left was the rubber seal and locking bar. Contacted pontiac,they said they would see what they could do, and they had the consumer call so it was on file. This happened on july 2, 2005.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 33,800 miles · reported Oct 10, 2004

Both the driver side and passenger side power windows will not open or close. Engine will not start due to fuel pump problems. Car will shut off without notice while driving.

Power Train · at 1,700 miles · reported Jan 12, 2004

While driving at 30 MPH transmission would not shift into third or fourth gear. Vehicle had been in dealer' repair s shop three times for this same problem. Also, when the gear did shift into third gear there was severe vibration throughout the vehicle.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Pontiac Trans AM have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Pontiac Trans AM as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Pontiac Trans AM?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,000 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.