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1992 Pontiac Lemans problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 28 complaints on file for the 1992 Pontiac Lemans — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

28

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1992 compare to other Lemans years?

Lemans NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted35 complaints1967: 0 complaints1968: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 2 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 0 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 0 complaints1988: 24 complaints1989: 20 complaints1990: 31 complaints1991: 35 complaints1992: 28 complaints1993: 32 complaints
Lemans NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 Pontiac Lemans problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seat Belts1243%
Brakes414%
Lighting311%
Electrical System27%
Transmission27%
Engine14%
Seats14%
Body & Structure14%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)14%
Latches & Locks14%

Does the 1992 Pontiac Lemans have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

94V248000Seat BeltsDecember 23, 1994 · 91,275 units

Defect

INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE GUIDE TRACK RAIL IN WHICH THE SHOULDER BELT CARRIER MOVES CAUSING A CHATTERING NOISE, MOMENTARY BINDING WHILE TRAVELING, CYCLING BACK AND FORTH, OR STOPS COMPLETELY.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIRRESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL LUBRICATE THE TRACK SYSTEM ON THESE VEHICLES.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“HEATER BLOWER SWITCH FAILURE. REPLACED SWITCH THREE TIMES, EACH TIME THE SWITCH MELTED AND BECAME INOPERATIVE. THE LAST TIME IT WAS REPLACED THE WIRING TO WHICH THE SWITCH IS CONNECTED ALSO MELTED. IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT, IT FAILS TO RETRACT. THIS ONLY OCCURRED ONCE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts

“UPON APPLYING BRAKE DURING PANIC STOP, AT APPROX. 10-12MPH, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, ALLOWING VEHICLE TO CONTINUE TO ROLL FORWARD, NO PRIOR WARNING. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · crash

“WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT EXPERIENCED HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE, WHEN TURNING SWITCH TO ON POSITION, LIGHT DOESN'T COME ON, UNLESS PRESSED FIRMLY AND HOLDING SWITCH TO KEEP LIGHTS ON. DEALER REPLACED SWITCH SEVERAL TIMES SINCE 1994, NOW IN SHOP FOR SIXTH REPLACEMENT, WHEN OCCURS MUST DRIVE AND HOLD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting

“HEATER BLOWER SWITCH FAILURE. REPLACED SWITCH THREE TIMES, EACH TIME THE SWITCH MELTED AND BECAME INOPERATIVE. THE LAST TIME IT WAS REPLACED THE WIRING TO WHICH THE SWITCH IS CONNECTED ALSO MELTED. IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT, IT FAILS TO RETRACT. THIS ONLY OCCURRED ONCE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System

1992 Pontiac Lemans — common questions

Is the 1992 Pontiac Lemans reliable?

The record is thin — 28 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 1992 Lemans problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (12 complaints), brakes (4 complaints), lighting (3 complaints).

Does the 1992 Pontiac Lemans have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 Pontiac Lemans. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1992 Pontiac Lemans under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

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.