Model year guide

2000 Pontiac Sunfire

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2000 Pontiac Sunfire — representative photo
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2000 Pontiac Sunfire at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints118
Combined22–24 mpg
Typical price$1,690

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2000 Pontiac Sunfire recalls 3

Steering NHTSA Campaign #08E063000 · 17/10/2008

DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WEL…

Fix: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Fix: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

Electrical System:ignition:switch NHTSA Campaign #04V036000 · 27/01/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND CHECK THAT YOUR CAR WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN ON MARCH 1, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2000 Pontiac Sunfire common problems

Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2000 Pontiac Sunfire MPG & running costs

Combined22–24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,890

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$1,690
High
$4,500

From 5 comparable 2000 Pontiac Sunfire listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,450
Fuel only$14,450
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2000 Pontiac Sunfire trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · GT
Engines
2.2L 4-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl

2000 Pontiac Sunfire vehicles on record

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Other Pontiac Sunfire model years

2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995

2000 Pontiac Sunfire — frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Pontiac Sunfire have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Pontiac Sunfire?

Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, exterior lighting, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2000 Pontiac Sunfire get?

The 2000 Pontiac Sunfire has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

How much is a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire worth?

Comparable 2000 Pontiac Sunfire listings run roughly $600–$4,500, typically around $1,690 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.