1986 Pontiac Parisienne Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns 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
- 18 mpgcombined, 4.3L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne. The part named most often is brakes, with 10 complaints (83% of the total), followed by steering (1) and vehicle speed control (1). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Brakes10 83%
- Steering1 8.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 8.3%
- Wheels1 8.3%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Vehicle has been in the shop four times for brake problems since purchase in 3/00. In one incident, brakes failed completely at highway speed; by sheer luck I was able to avoid causing an accident. This brake system has been recalled, but GM refuses to work on my car because the VIN number is not included in the recall. This is a dangerous situation, and further brake failures could result in a serious accident.”
NHTSA complaint #743855, filed 2001-04Steering: “Steering wheel locked up while attempting to make a turn, brakes applied; very low speed. Upon acceleration vehicle does not pick up speed there is a horrible smell of prestone in the vehicle, the windows fog up and it has pre ignition, the power steering fluid and oil disappears as quickly as consumer puts in.”
NHTSA complaint #803578, filed 1996-10Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1986 Pontiac Parisienne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parisienne RWD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Parisienne RWD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Parisienne RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Parisienne RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Parisienne Wagon RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Parisienne Wagon RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
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
- 89V102000Jun 16, 1989Vehicle speed controlCovers: Pontiac Parisienne 1984–1988, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1984–1988, Buick Lesabre 1984–1988 +15 more
A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).
- 86V131000Sep 19, 1986Exterior lighting › Headlights › SwitchCovers: Pontiac Parisienne 1986, Chevrolet Cavalier 1986, Pontiac 6000 1986 +30 more
The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving…
- 86V056000Apr 28, 1986Exterior lighting › Headlights › SwitchCovers: Pontiac Parisienne 1986, Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 1985–1986, GMC GMC 1985–1986 +16 more
The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving…
Recall details for the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne.
Other model years of the Pontiac Parisienne
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 12 | — | 3 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
All Pontiac Parisienne model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 10 complaints (83% of the total), followed by steering with 1.
Has the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne 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 1986 Pontiac Parisienne get?
The EPA rates the 1986 Pontiac Parisienne (Parisienne, 4.3L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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.