1998 Pontiac Trans Sport Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 4%of 227 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the visibility of the 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 4% of the 227 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Driver\\'s power window was initially slow to close, and then wouldn\\'t close all the way. Eventually, it began closing erratically, with the glass askew. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty power window control module; the part is approximatley $450 and the labor is $250. Gm has refused to repair the part, due to lack of warranty history on the claim. They do have an outstanding service bulleting for an allied problem, of sticky window tracks, which probably LED to the initial slowness of the window closing. That probably LED to a failure of the module in question. …”
NHTSA complaint #10069999, filed 2004-01, 71,000 miles“After the recall repairs were completed for the power sliding door, the problem reoccurred. Per-Pontiac recall, they simply install a new un-latch actuator assembly to the power sliding door. Which is only a one time performance. Nhtsa#01v067000 the consumers concerns other concern were with the volume button on the radio, the left front window/, and the brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #8015338, filed 2002-08“Braking system malfunctioned, causing a grinding noise when making a stop. Also windshield wiper blade, after a month of use, did not properly remove rain which may cause visual difficulty, and result in a crash. Dealer replaced at least 8 times, and delear could not determine the cause. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #877088, filed 2000-12“Drivers side window opens but will not close properly. The glass will not go up straight. The automatic rear windows will open separately or not at all. Once open it takes several tries to get them to close.”
NHTSA complaint #10102140, filed 2004-12“Concerned about the rear glass exploding. Van was parked in driveway when glass exploded. Would have caused an accident had the vehicle been moving, in addition glass showered the entire inside of the van. Very alarming!”
NHTSA complaint #740705, filed 2001-02Related recalls
- 98V072000Apr 7, 1998Vehicle description: passenger mini vans equipped with traction control systems. The windshield wiper linkage arm can contact a brake line which is connected…Covers: Pontiac Trans Sport 1997–1998, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–1998, Chevrolet Venture 1997–1998
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 | 10% |
| 1998 | 8 | 4% |
| 1997 | 25 | 11% |
| 1996 | 13 | 21% |
| 1995 | 17 | 15% |
| 1994 | 14 | 14% |
| 1993 | 7 | 11% |
| 1992 | 7 | 9% |
| 1991 | 2 | 6% |
| 1990 | 5 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
52 complaintsExterior lighting
30 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsAir bags
21 complaintsBody and structure
21 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsFuel system
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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