4.2

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
27,500 miles

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problem #3

Sep 152002

Montana

  • Automatic transmission
  • 44,000 miles
Transmission went out at around 44000 miles. Dealer said the "lip seal" failed inside transmission, after taking it in several times for diagnosis. Would not assist with repair cost. Ended up having it repaired at aamco. A/C is currently out on the low setting (#1). Not yet repaired. Just repaired the cooling system. Dealer said it was an internal leak. Van kept getting low on coolant, had to keep filling it up, however never saw a leak. Dealer said problem with the manifold, and coolant was leaking thru and being evaportated, therefore no telltale leak. Cost $600 to repair (at 53,000) miles. I hate this van. This is the worst one I've had. Unfortunately, I did not buy an extended warranty.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #2

Sep 152002

Montana

  • Automatic transmission
  • 38,500 miles
Engine - vehicle was leaking coolant through intake manifold gasket into engine. Intake manifold needed to be resealed. Pontiac assistance is refusing to help at this time. This is a common problem with the V6 and GM is refusing to acknowledge it. Emission - secondary air injection pump failed at 33025 miles and was covered under warranty. This pump failed again at 44000 miles, just 8 months later and cost $160 for labor. Emission pumps should last longer than 8 months. Power window - drivers side power window motor failed 9/2002 at 38500 miles. Faulty wiring cluster needed to be replaced at 12528 (N/C).

- Whitman, MA, USA

problem #1

Nov 012001

Montana

  • miles
A malfunction is present in the exhaust system that causes exhaust fumes to escape into passenger's compartment that causes passengers to become ill. Dealer has yet to be contacted.

- Ashburn, GA, USA