The brackits that hold the seat to the track broke.
The worst 1992 Pontiac Lemans problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seat belts12
- Brakes3
- Lights3
- Electrical2
- Transmission2
Problems by type
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- Seat belts12
- Brakes3
- Lights3
- Electrical2
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Engine1
- Locks1
- Seats1
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: webbing
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 94V248000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1992 Pontiac Lemans
Defect investigations
Auto restraint system fail
There is no summary currently available
EA94004
Auto restraint syst. Fails
There is no summary currently available
PE93078
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Pontiac Lemans 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1992 Pontiac Lemans owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brakes continuously squeal even after repair/replacement; mechanics say dirt in wheels; lights go to bright when turn signals put on; door latch failed; spring snapped and flew out from beneath car on smooth surface, no warning sounds or feel; flew out behind car at speed of 10 MPH or less - unable to find part because too many others looking for same part at once - could have caused serious accident if going down highway with other traffic or at a higher rate of speed
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 and has not been repaired.
Drivers and passengers side seat bel is do not restrain occupants while driving, seatbelts will come loose. Problem is intermittent. Dealers cannot correct problem.
Automatic shoulder restraints have been repaired three times, recall work performed however continues to fail.
Seat belt retractor failed, locked up.
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 switch.
Driver and passenger side automatic shoulder belt has failed, vehicle was involved in recall but there is a continuing problem. Tt
Headlights goes off due to faulty switch; driver stranded on highway road; switch replaced 5 times. Tt
Automatic restraining system failed.
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Questions about the 1992 Pontiac Lemans
Is the 1992 Pontiac Lemans reliable?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 1992 Pontiac Lemans, close to a typical Lemans model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Pontiac Lemans?
Seat belts, with 12 complaints. Next is brakes (3).
How many recalls does the 1992 Pontiac Lemans have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 1992 Pontiac Lemans seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V248000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Pontiac Lemans have the most seat belts problems?
The Pontiac Lemans model years with the most seat belts complaints are 1991 (12 complaints) and 1992 (12 complaints).
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