4.8

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,050 miles

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problem #6

Jul 182014

Grand Prix 6-cyl

  • 52,300 miles
The contact owns a 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, when the heating system was activated, the contact noticed that the head lights failed without warning. The contact also noticed that the information system in the dashboard would fail when the heat was activated. In addition, the contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred. It was unknown if the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,300. Updated 04/08/16 the consumer stated the brake module needs to be replaced. Updated 05/16/16.

- Grand Blanc, MI, USA

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problem #5

Jul 152003

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • 80,000 miles
This is the worst automobile I have ever owned. It is nickel and diming me to death. Both back windows are being held up in place by sticks that I have proped under them. The front passenger window I paid $300 to have repaired. The steering locked up on me and I had to dish out $500 to get that repaired, GM recalled it a couple of weeks after that, thank god I got some of my money back for that repair. The passengers side head light lens cover fell off $75 to replace that. I am presently working on the brake transmission shift indicator which I just called the dealer for a price on the part and am told it will be $224.07 for the part and probably $115 for the labor. The engine leaks oil I had my wife take it to the shop for them to take a look at and they told her that no leaks were evident. Well the oil in my driveway is coming from somewhere. I will never own another GM product in my life again. Not even if it is given to me and 10,000 to use toward the repairs of it.

- Bloomingdale, GA, USA

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problem #4

Apr 012002

Grand Prix 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The steering wheel failed to turn to the left, instead it turned completely around.. also the vehicle experienced problems with the alternator, rack and pinion, brakes, seats, windows, battery, bulbs, steering pump, and the sun roof leaked.

- Hillsboro, GA, USA

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problem #3

Feb 181998

Grand Prix

  • miles
Driver pressed the brakes nad nothing happened, the vehicle di not slow at all causing a rear end collision.

- Ferndale, MI, USA

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problem #2

Feb 181998

Grand Prix

  • miles
Driver pressed the brake pedal while in traffic and nothing happened, the vehicle did not slow at all causing a rear end collision.

- Ferndale, MI, USA

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problem #1

Feb 211998

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • miles
Complete loss of braking power when driving in even moderate rain for short distances.

- Wayne, NJ, USA

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