Pontiac 6000 years to avoid
Across 1980–1992, no single 6000 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1987 drew the most complaints; 1992 the fewest.
121
Total complaints
17
Recall campaigns
1980–1992
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every 6000 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1991 | 6 | 2 | |
| 1990 | 12 | 2 | |
| 1989 | 22 | 2 | |
| 1988 | 21 | 3 | |
| 1987 | 27 | 3 | |
| 1986 | 24 | 4 | |
| 1985 | 5 | 2 | |
| 1984 | 1 | 4 | |
| 1983 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1980 | 0 | 0 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Pontiac 6000?
By complaint volume, 1992 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 6000 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Pontiac 6000 have?
Across all model years, the 6000 has 17 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 121 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.