Complaints
179
Crashes
6
Fires
24
Injuries
14
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 Pontiac Bonneville Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#113 complaints
Engine & Cooling
Avg mileage:122,878 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:6
#212 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:48,137 mi
#312 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:51,740 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & Cooling | 13 | 1 | 6 | 122,878 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 12 | — | — | 48,137 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 12 | — | — | 51,740 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 9 | — | 5 | 117,946 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 9 | — | 5 | 127,788 mi | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 9 | — | — | 63,885 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 8 | — | 4 | 122,900 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 4 | — | 91,280 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | 123,350 mi | |
| Steering:Column | 5 | — | — | 33,928 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control:Automatic (Asc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars | 2 | — | — | — |
Engine & Cooling
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
6
Avg Miles
122,878
Automatic Transmission
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,137
Steering Defects
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,740
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
5
Avg Miles
117,946
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
5
Avg Miles
127,788
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
63,885
Gasoline Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
122,900
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
91,280
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
123,350
Steering:Column
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
33,928
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control:Automatic (Asc)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 Pontiac Bonneville — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has 179 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine & Cooling with 13 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville?
Top reported problems: Engine & Cooling (13 complaints, avg 122,878 mi); Automatic Transmission (12 complaints, avg 48,137 mi); Steering Defects (12 complaints, avg 51,740 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,770 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville include 6 crash-related reports, 24 fire reports, 14 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 Pontiac Bonneville?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Pontiac Bonneville reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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