Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗GM/SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE
- Summary
- 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.
GM/SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE
- Summary
- 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.
GM/WASHER/WIPER SWITCH
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (169)
169 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 169 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 42 | 24.9% |
| Power train | 31 | 18.3% |
| Air bags | 18 | 10.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 18 | 10.7% |
| Electrical system | 15 | 8.9% |
| Visibility | 14 | 8.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 7.7% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 11 | 6.5% |
| Seat belts | 11 | 6.5% |
| Structure | 8 | 4.7% |
How 1995 compares with other Grand Prix years
Best and worst Grand Prix years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 172 | 4 |
| 1992 | 114 | 1 |
| 1993 | 131 | 1 |
| 1994 | 213 | 1 |
| 1995 | 169 | 3 |
| 1996 | 79 | 1 |
| 1997 | 810 | 5 |
| 1998 | 499 | 4 |
| 1999 | 412 | 4 |
| 2000 | 461 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 444 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1995 Grand Prix for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1995 Pontiac Grand Prix FAQ
How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 98V306000 (seat belt), 97V065000 (seat belt), 97V017000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix problems?
Owners filed 169 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (42), Power train (31), Air bags (18) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix get?
EPA rates the 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 17 city, 26 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1995 Grand Prix compare with other years?
Among the 1991–2000 Pontiac Grand Prix model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (79) and the 1997 the most (810). The 1995 drew 169. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.