1995 Pontiac Trans AM Problems & Complaints

Better than average78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trans AM at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 78% fewer than a typical Trans AM model year at the same age, making the 1995 one of the better Trans AM years. The most reported problem area is the steering (2 complaints, typically around 127,000 miles).

5complaints
0recalls
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 1995 Pontiac Trans AM problems

  • Steering~127,000 miles
    240%
  • Wheels & tires~44,000 miles
    120%
  • Electrical system~17,000 miles
    120%
  • Engine & cooling~296,000 miles
    120%

Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Pontiac Trans AM complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Pontiac Trans AM. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Trans AM years: 1995. Years to avoid: 2002. Compare all years →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Trans AM rates better than average: 78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trans AM at the same age. It is one of the best Trans AM years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM?

The steering — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about hydraulic power assist system. Next are the wheels & tires (1) and electrical system (1).

How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Pontiac Trans AM?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1995. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2002. See the full Pontiac Trans AM years comparison.

At what mileage do 1995 Pontiac Trans AM problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 127,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.