1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs 1997 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 810 | 555 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 129 |
| Investigations | 7 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 79 |
| Fire reports | 109 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,000 mi | 88,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Grand Prix | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 216 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 136 | 96 |
| Exterior Lighting | 149 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 42 | 100 |
| Electrical System | 88 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 55 |
| Suspension | 26 | 70 |
| Visibility | 78 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 34 | 0 |
| Stalling | 24 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 24 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
1997 Toyota Camry
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.