1988 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon SE 4dr
All photo credits
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird 4-dr, base, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Sunbird in Taiwan by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird 4-dr, base, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird SE hatchback, rear left, 06-07-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird SE Convertible Interior by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon SE 4dr is a 2.0-liter inline-4 wagon with an automatic 3-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,799 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Sunbird Wagon measures 175.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,445 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $9,799 ($26,920 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13-in. steel |
| Wheels Rear | 13-in. steel |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,445 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53 in |
| Hip Room Front | 48 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 48 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon SE 4dr with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Pontiac SUNBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Jul 25, 1988 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
THERE MAY BE POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN WINDSHIELD GLASS AND MOUNTING.
Consequence: WINDSHIELD COULD SEPARATE DURING A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIERTEST REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212. SUCH SEPARATION DURING AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT INAN UNBELTED OCCUPANT BEING EJECTED AND INJURIED.
Remedy: REINSTALL WINDSHIELD ASSURING PROPER ADHESION.
NHTSA campaign 88V121000
Jun 14, 1988 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTAIN OPEN OR INTERMITTENT CIRCUITS AFFECTING BACK UP LAMP OR LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION.
Consequence: LAMPS WOULD FLASH OR BE INOPERATIVE; CARS WOULD NOTCOMPLY WITH FMVSS 108.
Remedy: INSTALL NEW WIRING HARNESS.
NHTSA campaign 88V095000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Pontiac SUNBIRD
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Pontiac SUNBIRD. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1988 PONTIAC SUNBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.