Pontiac Catalina years to avoid
Across 1965–1979, no single Catalina year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1979 drew the most complaints; 1979 the fewest.
0
Total complaints
19
Recall campaigns
1965–1979
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Catalina year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1978 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1975 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1974 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1973 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1972 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1971 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1969 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1966 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1965 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Pontiac Catalina?
By complaint volume, 1979 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Catalina years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Pontiac Catalina have?
Across all model years, the Catalina has 19 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.