1996 Pontiac Sunfire engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 45 complaints for the 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, 14% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 45 14% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Engine spun the # 4 rod bearing, causing the rod to snap and put ahole in the block the size of an orange. Previously replaced engin epistons/timing chain and sprocket.
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 pontiac sunfire. Within a week of purchasing the vehicle, it began overheating. In addition, the headlights would remain illuminated when the vehicle was turned off, wiper fluid was leaking, and the muffler made a loud noise. The contact has not been able to reach the dealer since the vehicle was purchased. The failure mileage was 136,050. Updated 10/03/08 updated 10/06/08.
Other problems reported for the 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
- Electrical system 42 complaints
- Brakes 34 complaints
- Air bags 33 complaints
- Lighting 22 complaints
- Steering 21 complaints
- Transmission 18 complaints