10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
41,600 miles

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problem #4

May 142003

Grand Prix

  • 81,000 miles
Recall no.#02V286000, power steering assembly: The recall was done and the lower pinion bearing was replaced. Two weeks later the power steering went out on the vehicle again, making it hard to turn corners. Two other dealers have checked the vehicle and found that the lower pinion bearing was defective and another one was needed. Also the dealers will not repair the problem free of charge.

- Pompton Lakes, NJ, USA

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problem #3

Jan 132004

Grand Prix 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,400 miles
While driving at 30 mph consumer heard a loud noise, making itdifficult to steer, and the steering wheel became stiff. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and technician replaced the tensioner, two belts, and pipe assembly at owner's expense of $465.

- Orange Park, FL, USA

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problem #2

Nov 101997

Grand Prix

  • miles
Power steering hose failed twice, on second incident causing steering wheel lock up and fire.

- Unknown, UN, USA

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problem #1

Sep 251997

Grand Prix

  • miles
Power steering hose failed, causing power steering fluid to be sprayed on hot exhaust manifold.

- West Point, VA, USA

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