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1997 Pontiac Firebird recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1997 Pontiac Firebird. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1997 Pontiac Firebird recalls, newest first

October 24, 2007NHTSA 07E088000121,680 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 17, 2006NHTSA 06E0650003,593 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 4, 1996NHTSA 96V2190001,573 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Retractor

Summary
These vehicles were manufactured with seat belt retractors out of design position which can cause the retractor to lock-up on slopes less severe than the FMVSS requirement. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle collision, unbelted occupants are more at risk of injury than those using seat belts.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat belts for proper front seat belt retractor position. Retractors found to be improperly positioned will be reinstalled correctly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 49 complaints about the 1997 Pontiac Firebird with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
4
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes14
  2. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip9
  3. Fuel system5
  4. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline4
  5. Air bags › Frontal3

Other Pontiac Firebird years

Other 1997 Pontiac models

Most recalled 1997 vehicles

  1. 1997 Ford F-150 (25 recalls)
  2. 1997 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
  3. 1997 Honda Accord (15 recalls)
  4. 1997 Dodge Caravan (14 recalls)
  5. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)
All of 1997’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1997 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, exterior lighting, seat belts. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1997 Pontiac Firebird recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Pontiac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1997 Pontiac Firebird?
49 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.