CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Pontiac 6000 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (6 reports).
1988 Pontiac 6000 recalls
Most common 1988 Pontiac 6000 problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
FIRST TRANSAXLE WAS REPLACED AT 175K MILES BECAUSE THIRD GEAR WAS SLIPPING, THE REPLACEMENT IS NOW DOING THE SAME, CONSUMER HAS TO START OUT IN FIRST GEAR AND THE REVERSE DOESN'T WORK. *ET
WHEN THE BRAKEIS WERE APPLIED THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR AND GAVE NO RESPNOSE, TO GET A RESPONSE , PEDAL HAS TO BE PUMPED HARD. THE CONSUMER HAS HAD THE ANTI-SKID SYSTEM DEACTIVATED SO THAT THE REGULAR BRAKE WOULD WORK PROPERLY. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
COLD WEATHER POWER STEERING FAILURE. LEAKING SEALS. REPLACEMENT OF RACK AND PINION AND POWER STEERING PUMP. NEW RACK AND PINION FAILED AGAIN WITH ONSET OF COLD WEATHER.
STEEL FUEL LINE IS RUSTED, AND IS CAUSING A LEAK BY THE REAR OF THE GAS TANK. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
FRONT SWAY BAR BROKE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHIMMY AND SWAY TO THE RIGHT. ALSO TRANS AXLE MALFUNCTIONED.
1988 Pontiac 6000 questions
Does the 1988 Pontiac 6000 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Pontiac 6000: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Pontiac 6000?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (6), Seat Belts (5), Fuel System, Gasoline (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Pontiac 6000 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.