10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 35,483 miles
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I purchased a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire in July of 2003. I previously owned a 1997 Sunfire and didn't have any problems like this. The most serious issue is when I turn my headlights on, the fuse blows and the tail lights and the dash lights (lights for speedometer, tachometer, fuel and temp gauge) do not work. I almost got into an accident when my lights and dash failed me. When I was trying to replace the fuse sparks flew out and the fuses blew immediately. I feel it is a manufacturer defect. It is going to cost me a large amount of money to have this fixed. GM also wont give me the time of day when I call and complain. I think that there should be at least an investigation. ( * number of failures is approximate there are more. I thought it would be fair to state the very least amount I have counted.) also my vehicle has been inoperable for several weeks. (this vehicle has 106,000 miles on it) thank you for your time.
- Wausau, WI, USA
I read in the Sunday March 3, 2002 Chicago tribune, about the L8 reports to date alleging a steering column fire in Pontiac sun fires. I wish to report the same incident for my L996 sun fire. I am the original owner.
- Lake Forest, IL, USA
- Carol Stream, IL, USA