Model year guide

2004 Pontiac Bonneville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Pontiac Bonneville at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints28
Combined18–21 mpg
Typical price$3,155

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville MPG & running costs

Combined18–21 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,667
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Forced inductionSupercharged
Passenger volume104 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,333 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville worth?

Low
$850
Typical price
$3,155
High
$5,680

From 15 comparable 2004 Pontiac Bonneville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,335
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,400
Total$20,735
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,155) with the same model 5 model-years older ($769), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
202.8 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
55.9 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
Curb weight
3,589–3,790 lb
Front track
62.6 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 444

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 444.

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.

Bulletin 23-NA-001 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment…

Bulletin PIP5358D · Feb 2025

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester  and Vehicle Data Record…

Bulletin PIP4723J · Electrical System · Oct 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in que…

Bulletin PIT3271P · Sep 2024

Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exc…

Bulletin General Communication · Electrical System · Aug 2024

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

Bulletin 18-NA-099 · Jun 2024

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.

Bulletin 24-NA-098 · Electrical System · Jun 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the BONNEVILLE. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Pontiac Bonneville

The Pontiac Bonneville is a model line of full-size or mid-size rear-wheel drive or front-wheel drive cars manufactured and marketed by Pontiac from 1957 until 2005.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville trims & engines on record

Trims
GXP · SE · SLE
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl · 4.6L 8-cyl

2004 Pontiac Bonneville vehicles on record

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2004 Pontiac Bonneville — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville?

Across all 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, steering, service brakes.

What is the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville get?

The 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville worth?

Comparable 2004 Pontiac Bonneville listings run roughly $850–$5,680, typically around $3,155 (from 15 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.