1986 Pontiac Bonneville Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1986 Pontiac Bonneville has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Bonneville?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Pontiac Bonneville recalls

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Recall 86V056Apr 28, 198693,317 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Pontiac Bonneville problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Exterior Lighting1
Power Train1

What owners report

1999-08-23, Power Train
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED GEAR FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE IN REVERSE. *YC
1999-04-26, Exterior Lighting
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SYMPTOM OF RECALL IN WHICH THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS ALLOWING AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT SHORT CIRCUIT CAUSING PANEL TO FLICKER OR GO OFF COMPLETELY. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL.
1996-01-25, Structure
CLOTH HEADLINER BEGAN TO SEPARATE FROM THE FOAM LINER ABOVE HEAD, HANGS DOWN, BLOCKING DRIVERS VIEW. *DSH

1986 Pontiac Bonneville questions

Does the 1986 Pontiac Bonneville have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Pontiac Bonneville: Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Pontiac Bonneville?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Exterior Lighting (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Pontiac Bonneville 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.

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