Defect
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS MAY CONTAIN A FLAW IN THE METAL. THIS FLAW COULD ALLOW THE SHAFT TO BREAK AND THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE.
Remedy
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ONE OR BOTH REAR AXLE SHAFTS, IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE.
1977 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
2
NHTSA complaints
3
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1977 compare to other Grand Prix years?
What are the most common 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 50% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 50% | new |
Does the 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix have recalls?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Defect
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE INCORRECT STEERING LINKAGE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. AS A RESULT, THE RIGHT-HAND STEERING TIE ROD MIGHT INTERFERE WITH THE INTERMEDIATE ROD. THIS COULD CAUSE THE CONNECTION TO FAIL DUE TO EXCESSIVE STRESS AT THAT POINT.
Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING LINKAGE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE BROUGHT 4 NEW TIRES AND HAD A BLOWOUT EVERY 2 1/2 MONTHS. *TC THE NUMBER OF FAILURES WERE ONCE PER TIRE. *SC *JB”
1977 Pontiac Grand Prix — common questions
Is the 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.
Does the 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Which Pontiac Grand Prix years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Prix years to avoid are 1997, 2004, 1998, 2000, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2006, 2007, 1994, 1990, 1995, 1991, 2005, 1989, 2008, 1993, 1988. The cleanest record among Grand Prix years belongs to 1982.
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.