1997 Pontiac Sunfire suspension problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While turning the steering wheel the consumer could hear a loud popping noise which came from the front end. The steering wheel also jerked away from the consumer. The cause of this problem has yet to be determine. The dealership was notified but was unable to resolve the problem. Please provide…”
filed Dec 23, 2003
“Unknown rear suspension component failed, causing loss of control and accident in which the rear axle and suspension components were severely damaged, so that the original broken component could not be determined. Accident occurred while vehicle was traveling in a straight line on level ground at…”
filed Jun 9, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Sunfire years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Sunfire | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 Sunfire | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 Sunfire | 2 | 2% |
| 2001 Sunfire | 3 | 5% |
| 2000 Sunfire | 3 | 3% |
| 1999 Sunfire | 5 | 5% |
| 1998 Sunfire | 2 | 2% |
| 1996 Sunfire | 10 | 5% |
| 1995 Sunfire | 5 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.