1984 Pontiac Firebird Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.8L 6-cyl · 16 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Pontiac Firebird (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1984 Pontiac Firebird. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by seat belts (4) and body and structure (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 100,000 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings filed under the same part. Seat belts complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the buckle assembly filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 36%
- Seat belts4 36%
- Body and structure4 36%
- Seats3 27%
- Fuel system1 9.1%
- Other or unknown1 9.1%
- Wheels1 9.1%
Example complaints
Brakes: “I am not sure that this is a neccessary filing. I was researching recalls for a used car that I purchased and wanted to confirm that the vehicle did in fact have problems with the components indicated. If I am going about the procedure in a wrong manner please advise(and direct). No safety defect (s) listed in summary.”
NHTSA complaint #717410, filed 2000-01Seat belts: “The contact owns a 1984 Pontiac Firebird. The contact stated that the manufacturer will not repair, replace, or provide refunds on recall repairs pertaining to his vehicle's year, make, and model. The dealer stated that the VIN is out of range and is not included in the recalls. The contact feels that the dealer is being dishonest. He stated that there are seven recalls issued on his vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10191189, filed 2007-05, 100,000 milesBody and structure: “While driving hit a pothole and wheels started to wobble from side to side. Consumer could not steer properly,. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic indicated that frame rail was cracked which was located behind steering box.”
NHTSA complaint #868474, filed 2000-08Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 100,000 and 100,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1984 Pontiac Firebird version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firebird | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Firebird | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Firebird | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Firebird | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Firebird | 2.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Firebird | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Firebird | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 13 | 20 | 15 | $4,450 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 91V055000Apr 11, 1991Parking brake › ConventionalCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1982–1986, Chevrolet Camaro 1982–1986, Pontiac Fiero 1984–1986
Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.
- 90V105000May 14, 1990Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1984–1990, Chevrolet Camaro 1984–1990
Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.
- 85V169000Dec 20, 1985Seat belts › Front › WebbingCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1983–1985, Chevrolet Camaro 1983–1985
Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended. Consequence of defect: although inertial feature that locks the lap belt and shoulder belt in the event of an accident are not affected, if slack is more than…
- 85V018000Feb 15, 1985Wheels › HubCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1984–1985
The hub area of the wheels may not be structurally sound and thus subject to fracture. Consequence of defect: the wheels could separate from the car causing a loss of control. This could result in an accident without prior warning.
- 84V093000Aug 17, 1984Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1984, Chevrolet Camaro 1984
Rear brake hoses were not properly manufactured and do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses". Hoses could come loose from the end fittings when subjected to a pulling force.
- 84V011000Feb 6, 1984Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Pontiac Firebird 1984, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1984, Chevrolet Camaro 1984 +22 more
Some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. In event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.
Recall details for the 1984 Pontiac Firebird → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Other model years of the Pontiac Firebird
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 21 | 17,976 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 24 | 21,290 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 24 | 37,500 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 47 | 41,500 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 63 | 69,500 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 49 | 89,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1996 | 41 | 57,000 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 84 | 147,700 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 59 | 157,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 18 | 13,300 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 27 | 50,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 27 | 68,300 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 9 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 20 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Rising |
| 1988 | 10 | 80,228 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 10 | 63,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 19 | 2,000 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 16 | 100,000 | 4 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1984 | 11 | 100,000 | 6 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
All Pontiac Firebird model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Pontiac Firebird have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1984 Pontiac Firebird as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Pontiac Firebird is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by seat belts with 4.
Has the 1984 Pontiac Firebird been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1984 Pontiac Firebird get?
The EPA rates the 1984 Pontiac Firebird (Firebird, 2.8L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1984 Pontiac Firebird reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 100,000 miles and the middle half falls between 100,000 and 100,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.