2004 Pontiac Gto Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Pontiac Gto.
Complaints
333
Crashes
12
Fires
1
Injuries
13
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0
Worst 2004 Pontiac Gto Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#171 complaints
Suspension:Front
Avg mileage:21,009 mi
Crash-related:1
#257 complaints
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
Avg mileage:17,421 mi
#352 complaints
Tire Defects
Avg mileage:21,085 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Pontiac Gto.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension:Front | 71 | 1 | — | 21,009 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut | 57 | — | — | 17,421 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 52 | — | — | 21,085 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 47 | 1 | — | 22,964 mi | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 9 | — | — | 10,480 mi | |
| Manual Transmission | 6 | — | — | 19,925 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | 72,250 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 5 | — | — | 41,711 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | 1 | — | 30,364 mi | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 5 | — | — | 7,200 mi | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — |
Suspension:Front
71
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,009
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
57
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
17,421
Tire Defects
52
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,085
Suspension Failures
47
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
22,964
Tires:Tread/Belt
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
10,480
Manual Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
19,925
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
72,250
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
41,711
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
30,364
Tires:Sidewall
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
7,200
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2004 Pontiac Gto — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Pontiac Gto reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Pontiac Gto has 333 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension:Front with 71 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Gto?
Top reported problems: Suspension:Front (71 complaints, avg 21,009 mi); Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut (57 complaints, avg 17,421 mi); Tire Defects (52 complaints, avg 21,085 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 2004 Pontiac Gto?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 21,496 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Pontiac Gto?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Pontiac Gto include 12 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 13 injuries, and 2 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 2004 Pontiac Gto have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Pontiac Gto 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 2004 Pontiac Gto?
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 Gto reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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