1999 Pontiac Trans AM Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM. The part named most often is body and structure, with 5 complaints (31% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (4) and suspension (3). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 72,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 8 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins 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.
- Body and structure5 31%
- Suspension3 19%
- Brakes2 13%
- Engine cooling2 13%
- Steering2 13%
- Electrical system1 6.3%
- Other or unknown1 6.3%
- Seat belts1 6.3%
- Seats1 6.3%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “I bought my 1999 Pontiac Trans Am brand new, 8/23/99. It now has 31,310 miles and both my door panels have cracks, about 1/4 way back. Also, I had a growling noise in my rear bearings and I had to have a new pinion bearings, carrier bearings, ring and pinion gear set installed. I was told by the technician where I took it to be fixed it looked like it had been driven hard. My car has been driven approx. 10 miles a day everyday since I got it and has been only once, to louisville, about 100 miles away. It has been in the garage every night since I've had it.”
NHTSA complaint #10146123, filed 2005-12Transmission and drivetrain: “Rear differential whining unbearably loud. Took to local GM dealer to diagnose, they say it needs replaced. Warranty I bought is inspecting to see if they are going to pay for it. This affect's the comfort, reliablity, and safety of this car. I will update when more info is recieved from the GM dealer. Upon further investigation online, this is has happened to a lot of other ls1 powered f-body owners with this GM rear differential.”
NHTSA complaint #10088172, filed 2004-08, 79,000 milesSuspension: “Both of my sun visors have fallen out without the ability to put back in place. There have been several times I have needed these visors to drive safely when the sun is coming up or going down. I feel this could lead to an accident in the future.”
NHTSA complaint #10692368, filed 2015-03, 65,000 milesBrakes: “The brakes shudder. At low speeds it feels as though a rough spot in the brakes causes the car to stop hard then soft repeatedly. At high speeds the steering wheel and car shake. Rotors seem to be warped. Parts were replaced and same problem came up on new parts.”
NHTSA complaint #722436, filed 2000-05Mileage when problems were reported
25% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 65,000 and 79,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 8 on record; the latest 8 are shown.
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10082506Aug 26, 2016Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in…
- 10248444Jun 30, 2014Equipment. Vehicle Recalls
- 10190932Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o…
- 10190931Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o…
- 10190934Jan 1, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's…
- 10190933Jan 1, 2014Equipment, Body and structure. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's…
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Pontiac Trans AM
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 32 | 25,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 10 | 32,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 11 | 52,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 16 | 72,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 11 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 12 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 5 | 85,300 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 9 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 10 | 217,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Pontiac Trans AM model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 5 complaints (31% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 4.
Has the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 Pontiac Trans AM reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 72,000 miles and the middle half falls between 65,000 and 79,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.
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.