Water leaks inside car, radiator leak, heater core, head gasket, thermostat, freeze out plugs, engine wet with oil, A/C cutting in and out, runs rough when A/C is on, slow pick up, door locks don't work, window washers stop before cycle is done, breaks and break line bad, washer fluid reservoir cracks twice now, over all repairs total about $1600.00, and we have to replace the head gasket next so plsu this amount, I have bills kept of all exact payments of parts and labor
The worst 1993 Pontiac Sunbird problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes8
- Electrical6
- Engine6
- Seat belts5
- Acceleration4
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Brakes8
- Electrical6
- Engine6
- Seat belts5
- Acceleration4
- Visibility4
- Body2
- Seats2
- Suspension2
- Airbags1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Steering1
- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. During very cold weather, water thatn enters the accelerator control cable conduit freezes and causes the accelerator cable to develop a high effort or binding condition.
- Risk
- If this occurs, loss of normal throttle control can result, or the throttle will not return to idle when the accelerator pedal is released, causing possible loss of control and an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator control assembly.
Recall number 93V190000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The brake hoses were manufactured incorrectly, and do not comply with fmvss 106, "brake hoses."
- Risk
- The improperly manufactured brake hoses can causereduced brake effectiveness and/or uneven braking, which could result in anaccident.
- Remedy
- Replace the right front brake hose assembly on ciera and century models, and both rear brake hoses on cavalier and sunbird models.
Recall number 93V121000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as...
- ABS front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E or 4T65-E transaxles may comment on a...
- Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4T60-E transxales may comment on a grinding and / or...
- Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that is generally encountered...
- Comment that the ABS light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history
- Squawk noise coming from front suspension or engine compartment area (install ultra high molecular tape)
1993 Pontiac Sunbird fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 21-22 | 29-32 | 24-26 |
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 26 | 20-21 |
What 1993 Pontiac Sunbird owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have a 1993 pontiac subnbird, 2.2 l,at,AC. I ahve went through 3 batteries in the last 6 months. I have had the altenator checked and it checked out good. I would like to know what is causing this.
Front passenger seat and the back of the seat slide and tips forward whenever stopping.
The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration, which resulted in an accident, driver and passenger sustained injuries, consumer believed incident was related to recall 93v190000, however the manufacturer stated the two problems were not related.
While parked, there was a short in wiring behind the glove box and a fire had started. The fire just burned the wiring and some small areas around the glove box. *ak the consumer believes that the relay switch for the auto lock system which is located in the glove box caused the fire. The lock system started giving consumer problems a month prior to fire, then stopped working completely about a week and a half before the fire. The vehicle was parked in the garage. The consumer had seen smoke coming out of the vehicle. The consumer then pulled the glove box out and saw the wires on fire.
Brake problem addressed here is a repeated, erratic, sudden loss of some or all brake power in the car. Mechanical components have been replaced, pads, rotors, etc. But the problem continues to come and go without warning. Recall was denied by both a pontiac dealer and the corporation.attempts to determine why my vehicle was excluded from the recall have been unsuccessful..attempts to determine the manufacturer were denied...I no longer care a great deal about my personal satisfaction, however, the description of the problem in the federal safety agency 93v‑121 and the troubles I've had are too similar too ignore since there could be any number of similarly ignored vehicles on the road...if possible, I'd like to find out why some cars were left out before I have the car fixed...I certainly won't be letting the hoses and such be discarded after the repairs, but I would like some help comparing and contrasting them with the original discrepancies...thanks.
While traveling at speeds above 50 MPH there is a vibration in steering wheel that consumer feels is a safety issue. He has not taken vehicle into a dealership to be examined for a cause of this defect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash due to defective brake master cylinder. Occupant must pay for repairs. *ak
My car is overheating, and there are no leaks. It has a new thermostat, and the water pump is fine everything seems to be ok, but for some reason it is still overheating
Driver's side and passenger's side front seat belts do not retract properly. Sometimes when pulling them out, they will get jammed, and do not reach the buckle receiver. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
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Questions about the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird
Is the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird reliable?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird, 9.3 times a typical Sunbird model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
Brakes, with 8 complaints. Next is electrical (6).
How many recalls does the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird have?
2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 93V121000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Pontiac Sunbird range from 20 to 26 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-22 city and 29-32 highway.
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