Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1977 Ventura.
This reference page examines the 1977 Pontiac Ventura as a discrete model-year entry within the Ventura series, establishing the context necessary for researchers studying Pontiac’s lineup during this period. As an overview, the entry treats the vehicle’s specifications and production identity as the central frame for understanding its role in the model’s broader history. The 1977 model year holds a defined position in the Ventura timeline, one that researchers assess when tracing the line’s evolution across its production run. That placement informs how the model is cataloged and interpreted within the full arc of the Ventura’s history.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 199.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Overall height | 53.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Curb weight | 3276 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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.
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.