1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 43 of 169 complaints (25%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Transmission & Drivetrain include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | vs. 1995 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–3,450 | 2,950–3,450 | 2,950–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–20 | 18–21 | 19–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–17 / 24–26 | 15–18 / 24–26 | 16–18 / 26–27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–494 | 423–494 | 423–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 169 | 79 | 810 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 9 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 22 | 7 | 34 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 3 | 109 | |
| Injuries reported | 16 | 6 | 31 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Brakes: 43 of 169 NHTSA complaints (25%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix get?
EPA rates it 18–20 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.1L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 444 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.1L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 444 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 31 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 43 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 29 | 13 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES · Campaign 07E021000 · Mar 12, 2007
Defect: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE · Campaign 98V306000 · Dec 3, 1998
Defect: THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE · Campaign 97V065000 · May 1, 1997
Defect: THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE AND INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT CAN OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING · Campaign 97V017000 · Feb 26, 1997
Defect: SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WASHER/WIPER TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR IN A SEVERE WEATHER SITUATION, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE OLD DESIGNED WASHER/WIPER SWITCHES WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.