1997 Pontiac Trans Sport Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 6%of 236 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport, 6% of the 236 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Fuel pump stopped running, causing engine to quit. Happened three times. Found connector contacts at both ends of fuel sender harness severely corroded. Contacts in fuel tank end of harness fell out when unplugged. Dealer has had other customers with same problem. Harness is on backorder.”
NHTSA complaint #10021322, filed 2003-06, 37,000 miles“The fuel guage gives false reading, the needle will position way pass the full . After putting in fuel, it will move to the full mark or show just any amount without the tank being full. It is avery hard act to follow especially in these times when I cannot afford to top off the tank. In other words, this fuel guage is very unruly and has its own way in registering what it feels like showjng me. Is there a recall?. How can I correct this embarassing situation?.”
NHTSA complaint #10443509, filed 2012-01“The first problem is a clunking in the gas tank when it is over 1/2 a tank but less than full. When coming to a gentle stop, forward or reverse, the tank makes a physical 'thunk'. I have had the vehicle in to repair the problem 5 times now. The dealership has tried isolation pads, tightening fasteners, installing structural bracing straps, and even replaced the gas tank. All to no avail. This problem has been going on for almost 2 years now. I am at a loss as to what to do now. The second problem was with my serpentine belt. …”
NHTSA complaint #713257, filed 1999-10“1. Front heater and defroster only blows cold air. Front windshield fogs up considerably. Heater system blows warm air in back vents but cold air only in front vents. 2. Gas gauge stops working at about < tank. After reaching that level, the gauge pegs to past the full level and does not work again until the tank is filled again.”
NHTSA complaint #754869, filed 2001-11“Consumer complained about having all kinds of problems with vehicle. Firstly, transmission malfunctioned, and it was repaired. Secondly, power steering fluid was leaking, and consumer kept replacing it. Thirdly, there was a gasoline leak, which was repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10084041, filed 2004-08Related service bulletins
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
54 complaintsEngine cooling
42 complaintsBody and structure
37 complaintsExterior lighting
36 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
25 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
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.
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