2004 Pontiac Montana Problems
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 42,221miles, 31 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 3.4L 6-cyl FWD · 17 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Pontiac Montana (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2004 Pontiac Montana. The part named most often is fuel system, with 6 complaints (15% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and latches, locks and linkages (5). 31 of the complaints include a mileage, and 65% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 42,221 miles. Of all complaints, 8 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury, 2 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 389 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 17 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 75 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
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.
- Fuel system6 15%
- Electrical system5 13%
- Air bags4 10%
- Engine cooling3 7.7%
- Body and structure3 7.7%
- Equipment2 5.1%
- Exterior lighting2 5.1%
- Other or unknown2 5.1%
- Suspension2 5.1%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (2), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (1), Brakes (1), Engine (1), Seat belts (1), Seats (1), Steering (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “2004 Pontiac Montana-- service engine light continued to come on. Smelled gas in our garage daily. Were told by mechanic that fuel neck had a fracture and that was causing fuel leak. Researched NHTSA site and found that my vehicle had been recalled. The dealer said our particular VIN number was not covered and that the ones not covered were under warranty with regular wheelbase but our vehicle is an extended wheelbase. We are in process of repairing but if this is a problem with the year, make and model of our minivan then why aren't all of them included in the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10295081, filed 2009-12, 73,000 milesElectrical system: “I have had my van in the shop 5 times for the starter, and 1 time I had to have it towed in it was staying in gauge, and it started to smoke and I would like for someone to do something about it .the dealer will not do a thing about it all they do is change the starter, and they say the flywheel is okay. But it keeps doing the same thing so can you tell me what I can do about this van .and if you would plese call me.”
NHTSA complaint #10098907, filed 2004-11, 1,557 milesLatches, locks and linkages: “I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana van with a passenger side power sliding door. My grandson pushed the power button while I was in the doorway and the door squashed me pretty hard, no bruises or injuries though. It concerned me because I have young grandchildren. I played with the door to see how much force it takes to stop it with my hand. I had to push hard and it pushed me backwards a ways before I could stop it. I took it to the dealer and they reprogrammed the door, which did nothing to fix the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10190826, filed 2007-05, 42,221 milesAir bags: “I was stopped at a stop sign and some young man came flying around the corner and hit me head on as I was stopped, and my air bags never went off , the body shop man said the sensors were sheared right off, the Pontiac 2004 van is now totaled and I still hurt.”
NHTSA complaint #10171368, filed 2006-10, 44,518 milesMileage when problems were reported
65% of the 31 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 58,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2004 Pontiac Montana. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana · sedan | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana AWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Montana FWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
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
- 07V349000Aug 8, 2007Fuel system, gasoline › StorageCovers: Pontiac Montana 2001–2004, Aztek 2001–2004, Chevrolet Venture 2001–2004 +1 more
On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures may lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
- 04V597000Dec 22, 2004Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: Pontiac Montana 1997–2005, Chevrolet Venture 1997–2005, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2004 +1 more
On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
- 04V177000Apr 8, 2004Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Pontiac Montana 2004, Chevrolet Venture 2004
Certain minivans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." these vehicles do not have text and formatting on the warning label attached to the available second-row integral child…
Recall details for the 2004 Pontiac Montana → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 389 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11014455Feb 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get…
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester…
- 11007744Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 11007743Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need…
- 11004557Jun 17, 2024Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312Jun 6, 2024Electrical system. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492…
- 11000576May 7, 2024Other or unknown. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal…
Other model years of the Pontiac Montana
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 37 | 81,102 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 81 | 38,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 39 | 42,221 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 84 | 50,000 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 126 | 60,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 156 | 62,229 | 9 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 228 | 66,632 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 235 | 60,000 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 49 | 75,055 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 18 | 80,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
All Pontiac Montana model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004 Pontiac Montana have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2004 Pontiac Montana as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2004 Pontiac Montana is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 6 complaints (15% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.
Has the 2004 Pontiac Montana been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Pontiac Montana get?
The EPA rates the 2004 Pontiac Montana (Montana FWD, 3.4L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2004 Pontiac Montana reported?
Among the 31 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 42,221 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 58,000 miles; 65% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.