1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2dr Convertible
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- 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: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0L, rear 9.8.19 by Kevauto, 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 1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2dr Convertible is a 2.0-liter inline-4 convertible with an automatic 3-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,999 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Sunbird measures 180.7 inches long on a 101.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,661 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,999 ($35,086 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 15 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 15-in. |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.7 in |
| Width | 66.2 in |
| Height | 52.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,661 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 36.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 47.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2dr Convertible 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Pontiac SUNBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Jun 24, 1994 · STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH OVERTORQUED DRIVE AXLE SPINDLE NUTS. THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE LOADS ON THE SPINDLE NUT AND DRIVE AXLE RESULTING IN FAILURE OF THE DRIVE AXLE OR THE SPINDLE NUT. FAILURE OF EITHER OF THESE COMPONENTS CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE STEERING KNUCKLE TIRE-WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE DRIVE AXLE.
Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT-HAND AND RIGHT-HAND DRIVE AXLES, BEARING-HUB ASSEMBLIES, SPINDLE NUTS, AND WASHERS ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES. CORRECTIVE ACTION: DEALERS WILL REPLACE LEFT-HAND AND RIGHT-HAND DRIVE AXLES, BEARING-HUB ASSEMBLIES, SPINDLE NUTS, AND WASHERS ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
NHTSA campaign 94V115000
43 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Pontiac SUNBIRD
Owner Complaints
43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Pontiac SUNBIRD (6 mention a crash, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Hydraulic | 13 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 |
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 1994 PONTIAC SUNBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.