Model year guide

1995 Pontiac trans sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Pontiac trans sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1995 Pontiac trans sport — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1995 Pontiac trans sport at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints126
Combined18 mpg

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

1995 Pontiac trans sport recalls 3

Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines NHTSA Campaign #96V015000 · 23/01/1996

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages NHTSA Campaign #95V048000 · 20/03/1995

IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED BRAKE PEDAL ARM CAUSES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO FRACTURE DURING BRAKING.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL SUSPECT BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES.

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #95V214000 · 03/11/1995

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH THROTTLE CABLE SUPPORT BRACKETS THAT COULD CONTACT THE THROTTLE LEVER SYSTEM AND INHIBIT THE THROTTLE RETURN. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS."

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE SUPPORT BRACKET.

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.

1995 Pontiac trans sport common problems

Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1995 Pontiac trans sport MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicles
TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd or Automatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Pontiac trans sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Fuel only$18,500
Per mile$0.25

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.

1995 Pontiac trans sport trims & engines on record

Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

1995 Pontiac trans sport vehicles on record

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1995 Pontiac trans sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Pontiac trans sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1995 Pontiac trans sport. 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 1995 Pontiac trans sport?

Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control, steering.

What gas mileage does the 1995 Pontiac trans sport get?

The 1995 Pontiac trans sport has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

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