2000 Pontiac Firebird problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 35 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.5 times the median Firebird year — the 2000 model ranks #9 of 36 Firebird years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across lighting (5), brakes (4), and tires & wheels (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
35
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
4
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2000 compare to other Firebird years?
What are the most common 2000 Pontiac Firebird problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighting | 5 | 14% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 4 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 4 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 3 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 3 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 2 | 6% | — flat |
| Engine | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 6% | — flat |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH I HAVE TO CHANGE EITHER A PARKING LIGHT OR A FOG LIGHT BECAUSE IT HAS BURNT OUT. ONE OF MY FOG LIGHTS IS COMPLETELY RUINED AND I HAVE TO PURCHASE A WHOLE NEW PIECE, BECAUSE IT WAS MELTED. I HAVE NOTICED WHEN PASSING OTHER CARS LIKE MINE, 9 TIMES…”
“FRONT BRAKES LOCKED DOWN AND ABS DID NOT KICK IN. THIS HAPPEN TWICE, THE FIRST TIME ON NOV.22, 2001 AND THE COST TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE THAT TIME WAS AROUND $2600.00. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO GMC AFTER THE SECOND ACCIDENT AND THEY SAY THE BRAKES ARE FINE.MY INSURANCE COMPANY ASK ME TO REPORT THE…”
“2000 PONTIAC FIREBIRD FRONT RIGHT TIRE BLEW OUT. *TS WHEN THE TIRE BLEWOUT IT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE TO THE RIGHT AND HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED MINOR DAMAGE TO THE RIGHT FRONT QUARTER PANEL AND WHEEL AREA. THE CONSUMER WAS NOT INJURED (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *NM”
“WHILE MAKING TURNS, THE DRIVERS SEAT WILL SLIDE TO THE BACK OF THE SEAT TRACK, WHEN IT SLIDES IT DOES NOT ENGAGE A TOOTH TRACK, JUST SLIDES TO THE REAR, WHICH COULD CAUSE A STEERING ERROR, THEN ON THE NEXT TURN OT BRAKING, THE SEAT WILL RESUME ITS NORMAL POSITION.*JB ”
“SEAT BELT CAN'T BE LOCKED, NOT ENOUGH TENSION ON SEAT BELT RETRACTOR. MANUFACTURER HAS REPLACED SEAT BELT, IT STILL DOESN'T LOCK TO SECURE CONSUMER. *AK THE CONSUMER CONSIDERS THE SEAT BELT PROBLEM TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY MATTER. *YH”
2000 Pontiac Firebird — common questions
Is the 2000 Pontiac Firebird reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 35 complaints put the 2000 model at #9 of 36 Firebird years. It is one of the Firebird years to avoid.
What are the most common 2000 Firebird problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are lighting (5 complaints), brakes (4 complaints), tires & wheels (4 complaints).
Does the 2000 Pontiac Firebird have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Which Pontiac Firebird years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Firebird years to avoid are 1995, 1998, 1999, 1994, 1997, 1996, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1992. The cleanest record among Firebird years belongs to 1981.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.