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1998 Pontiac Sunfire

Owners have filed 149 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are electrical system (14%) and brakes (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
149 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 18% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
23 to 25 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 149 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are electrical system (14%) and brakes (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire

Recalls

The 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 5 versions of the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 31 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Sunfire