Complaints
242
Crashes
13
Fires
5
Injuries
11
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#122 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
Crash-related:2
#216 complaints
Structural Problems
Avg mileage:109,038 mi
Crash-related:1
#313 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 22 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 16 | 1 | — | 109,038 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 5 | — | — | 96,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 5 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,038
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
96,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1991 Pontiac Grand Prix — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix has 242 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper (22 complaints); Structural Problems (16 complaints, avg 109,038 mi); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (13 complaints). 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 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 105,934 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix?
NHTSA complaints for the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix include 13 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 11 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 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Pontiac Grand Prix reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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