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1993 Pontiac Lemans problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1993 Pontiac Lemans sits mid-pack among Lemans years: 32 NHTSA complaints, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation.

Seat Belts leads the complaint categories with 8 reports (25% of the total).

32

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Lemans years?

Lemans NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 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, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Pontiac Lemans problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seat Belts825%
Brakes825%
Electrical System413%
Engine413%
Transmission26%
Other26%
Lighting13%
Speed Control13%
Tires & Wheels13%
Latches & Locks13%

Does the 1993 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.

“A PIECE BROKE OFF ENGINE, THEN VEHICLE IGNITED IN FLAMES, OWNER DO NOT KNOW NAME OF PIECE, ALSO DRIVER AUTOMATIC SEATBELT LOCK IN POSITION. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · February 22, 1995 · fire

“BRAKE CALIPERS WERE STICKING; CALIPERS, ROTORS AND DRUMS REPLACED; ROTORS UNDERSIZED/DRUMS OVERSIZED; EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 5, 1994

“A PIECE BROKE OFF ENGINE, THEN VEHICLE IGNITED IN FLAMES, OWNER DO NOT KNOW NAME OF PIECE, ALSO DRIVER AUTOMATIC SEATBELT LOCK IN POSITION. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 22, 1995 · fire

“RANSMISSION FLUID OR COOLANT IS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. ALSO, WHEN CONSUMER TURNED CAR ON THE STARTER HESITATED/THERMOSTAT LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON. STARTER WILL TURN OVER AT TIMES/ IT IS NOT STARTING, AND THERMOSTAT IS NOT REGESTERING THE ENGINE RUNNING HOT. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 4, 1999

“RANSMISSION FLUID OR COOLANT IS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. ALSO, WHEN CONSUMER TURNED CAR ON THE STARTER HESITATED/THERMOSTAT LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON. STARTER WILL TURN OVER AT TIMES/ IT IS NOT STARTING, AND THERMOSTAT IS NOT REGESTERING THE ENGINE RUNNING HOT. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 4, 1999

1993 Pontiac Lemans — common questions

Is the 1993 Pontiac Lemans reliable?

It is close to typical for the Lemans: 32 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 1993 Lemans problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (8 complaints), brakes (8 complaints), engine (4 complaints).

Does the 1993 Pontiac Lemans have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1993 Pontiac Lemans. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1993 Pontiac Lemans under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.