1996 Pontiac Grand prix problems
The Grand Prix is a line of automobiles produced by the Pontiac Division of General Motors from 1962 until 2002 as coupes and from 1989 through 2008 model years as four-door sedans.
First introduced as a full-size performance coupe for the 1962 model year, the model varied repeatedly in size, luxury, and performance during its production. The Grand Prix was the most expensive coupe Pontiac offered until the 1970s, when the Bonneville Brougham and the Firebird Trans Am became more exclusive. Among the changes were positioning in the personal luxury car market segment and mid-size car offering from the second generation to the fifth generation for the sedan and from the second generation to the sixth generation from the coupe.
All Grand Prixs from 1962 through 1972 were pillarless hardtops (except for the 1967 convertible),
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Common 1996 Pontiac Grand prix problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix, several common problems have been identified:
- Coolant Leaks and Overheating: Owners have reported issues with coolant leaks and overheating after replacing the water pump. This problem can be attributed to potential issues with the head gasket, faulty sensors, thermostats, or cooling system components like fans not functioning properly. The overheating tends to occur after the car has been running for a while, with intermittent patterns of overheating and cooling down, often requiring manual intervention like revving the engine to cool it down temporarily.
- Intake Gasket Problems: Some complaints suggest that the intake gaskets, particularly on the DOHC 3.4L engine, are prone to issues. This can lead to coolant leaks, overheating, and overall engine performance problems. The complexity of working on the DOHC 3.4L engine has been highlighted, making repairs challenging and potentially costly.
- General Maintenance Challenges: The 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix, especially with the DOHC 3.4L engine, is known for being difficult to work on, leading to higher labor rates due to the increased time required for repairs. This complexity can result in higher maintenance costs over time.
These common problems highlight the challenges faced by owners of the 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix, particularly related to cooling system issues, intake gasket problems, and the overall complexity of working on this specific model.
Are Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
Pontiacs generally have a good track record for longevity with many Grand Prix owners reporting an average mileage of 225,000 miles before the engine and transmission repairs start to pile up. Expect to reach a maximum of 250,000 miles if you're lucky, 200,000 if the car wasn't in great shape when you found it.
How many miles per gallon does a 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix get?
Based on data from 9 vehicles, 132 fuel-ups and 37,276 miles of driving, the 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix gets a combined Avg MPG of 21.69 with a 0.80 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 2 outliers (1.49%) removed.
What is the last year they made the Pontiac Grand Prix?
| Pontiac Grand Prix | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Pontiac (General Motors) |
| Model years | 1962–2008 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Personal luxury car (1962–1987) Mid-size car (1988–2008) |
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
The Grand Prix is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 and comes with a four-speed automatic transmission. The V6 develops 200 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 230 pound-feet of torque at 4000. The V6 gets an EPA-rated City/Highway 18/28 mpg, while meeting SULEV (Super Low Emissions Vehicle) standards in California and the Northeast.
Are Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?
Pontiacs generally have a good track record for longevity with many Grand Prix owners reporting an average mileage of 225,000 miles before the engine and transmission repairs start to pile up. Expect to reach a maximum of 250,000 miles if you're lucky, 200,000 if the car wasn't in great shape when you found it.
What causes a Pontiac Grand Prix to overheat?
The most common reasons a Pontiac Grand Prix is overheating are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat. Coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.)
Was the Pontiac Grand Prix a luxury car?
Among the changes were positioning in the personal luxury car market segment and mid-size car offering from the second generation to the fifth generation for the sedan and from the second generation to the sixth generation from the coupe.
How many miles per gallon does a 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix get?
Based on data from 9 vehicles, 132 fuel-ups and 37,276 miles of driving, the 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix gets a combined Avg MPG of 21.69 with a 0.80 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 2 outliers (1.49%) removed.
1996 Pontiac Grand prix car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac Grand prix problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Pontiac Grand prix vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Pontiac Grand prix
The NHTSA has received 102 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Pontiac Grand prix. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Pontiac Grand prix vehicles.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-01
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED. IT WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. THE CONTACT HAD TO EXERT FORCE UPON THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 106,998. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-28
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M6TS
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE
- Summary: AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN, LOST CONTROL OF STEERING WHILE MAKING LEFT TURN. CAR CONTINUED, RAN OVER A MAIL BOX AND CAME TO REST IN A FLOWER BED. WHEN TOW TRUCK ARRIVED AND PICKED CAR UP, TOW TRUCK DRIVER NOTICED THAT ENGINE CRADLE HAD FALLEN DOWN AND DISABLED THE STEERING. MECHANIC AND INSURANCE ADJUSTER LATER AGREED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS HAD SHEARED OFF. *JS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2WP52K5XF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE TWICE WHERE DROPS OF ENGINE OIL FELL ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE FIRES OCCURRED THREE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COST OF $2000. THE CONTACT WAS NOT AWARE OF RECALL# 09V116000, COMPONENT: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD RESEARCH THE FAILURE AND CALL HIM; HOWEVER, HE HAS NOT RECEIVED A CALL. WHEN THE THIRD FIRE OCCURRED THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE; ALTHOUGH, HE COULD HAVE BEEN INJURED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RENDERED INOPERABLE AND TO TOW IT TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT REQUESTED THAT THE DEALER ASSUME THE TOWING COST; HOWEVER, THEY DENIED TO DO SO. THERE WAS NO REPORT FILED WITH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. HE HAS MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO SPEAK WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-21
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M7TF
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: DT: AROUND SEPTEMBER 21, 2005 THE CONSUMER STARTED EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY TURNING TO THE RIGHT. IT WAS LIKE THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED. THE PROBLEM WAS ONGOING WHEN TRYING TO TURN RIGHT. WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO BE REPAIRED, THE MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THE RACK AND PINION NEEDED REPLACED. ALSO TOLD HER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE ON HER TYPE OF VEHICLE. THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL 03V527000 AND GM RECALL RECALL 03062. WHEN SHE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, THEY TOLD HER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS (TWICE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ONCE ON SIDE STREET) MY GAS PEDAL PUSHED DOWN UNDER MY FOOT AND MY CAR ACCELERATED BY IT SELF. I HAD TO HAVE THE MECHANIC DISCONNECT THE CRUISE CONTROL. LUCKY NO ONE WAS HIT BUT IT WAS CLOSE. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-23
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M1TF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS WORKING ON THE VEHICLE NOTICED THAT GAS WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE GAS TANK HAD A LEAK. *AK *MR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G2WJ52M9TF
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE CONSUMEREXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHEN TURNING LEFT. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR THIS MAKE/MODEL AND YEAR, HOWEVE THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE52M2TC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: SATURDAY MARCH 8, 2003, I WAS ON MY WAY HOME FROM SHOPPING WITH MY 4-YEAR-OLD SON WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG OF MY 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM EXPLODED IN MY FACE. THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE BAG FORCED MY ARM BACK INTO MY FACE SNAPPING MY HEAD BACK AND COMPLETELY DISORIENTING ME. ONCE I REGAINED MY BEARINGS I REALIZED I WAS NORTHBOUND IN THE SOUTHBOUND LANES OF WINSTON CHURCHILL BLVD. IN MISSISSAUGA. THE NEXT MORNING I WENT TO THE HOSPITAL TO HAVE MY ARM AND NECK LOOKED AT. FORTUNATELY MY ARM WASN'T BROKEN. IT WAS HOWEVER SEVERELY BRUISED AND STILL NON FUNCTIONAL. MY NECK WAS STILL VERY STIFF AND SORE. I AM CURRENTLY UNDERGOING TREATMENT FOR WHIPLASH AND LIGAMENT DAMAGE TO MY ARM. SINCE THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT I HAVE FOUND OUT A FEW THINGS REGARDING MY 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM. 1- THERE IS A SENSOR/MODULE UNDER THE CARPET UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THAT WHEN IN CONTACT WITH MOISTURE CAN CORRODE AND CAUSE THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY. 2- MY FIREWALL HAD BEEN LEAKING WATER UNDER MY CARPET TO THE AREA WHERE THIS SENSOR/MODULE IS LOCATED. MY FIREWALL IS SO RUSTED IT CAN?T BE REPAIRED. 3- GM CONSIDERS THIS A MAINTENANCE ISSUE. I CONTACTED TRANSPORT CANADA TO REPORT THE INCIDENT AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY ARE CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING 1995-1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM'S FOR WATER LEAKING INTO THE CAR THROUGH THE FIREWALL AND POOLING ON THE FLOOR. THIS HAS CAUSED ?MANY? AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY WITHOUT WARNING. I HAVE ALSO READ MANY SIMILAR REPORTS ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE. A LOCAL GM DEALERSHIP HAD MY CAR FOR 17 DAYS WHILE GM INVESTIGATED BUT IN THE END I WAS TOLD THAT THE MODULE/SENSOR WAS TOO CORRODED TO READ THE INFORMATION STORED IN IT. I HAVE REQUESTED THE MODULE/SENSOR BACK. KEN LOCKE FROM GM CONTACTED ME HE SAID GM WAS WILLING TO DO SOMETHING FOR ME. GM WILL REPAIR MY AIRBAG SYSTEM IF I AGREE TO TWO THINGS. 1- I PAY FOR AND REPAIR THE WATER LEAK IN MY CAR (THE IRREPAIRABLE ONE) 2- I SIGN A RELEASE STATING THAT THIS MATTER IS CLOSED AND I HAVE NO FURTHER CLAIMS PERTAINING TO THIS MATTER. .
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-02
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M5TF
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE SEAT WAS GETTING EXTREMELY WARM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ELECTRIC SEAT MOTOR WAS BECOMING RED HOT, AND INTERIOR NEARLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT IN AT PRECISELY THE RIGHT TIME. BY THE TIME THE MECHANIC GOT TO THE MOTOR HE WAS UNABLE TO TOUCH IT WITH HIS BARE HANDS. HE HAD TO PUT ON INSULATED GLOVES AND DISCONNECT THE MOTOR.*AK CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE SEAT AND THATS WHEN SHE DROVE TO A MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC SAW THE SMOKE AND UNPLUGGED THE SEAT WITH SOME PLIERS. THE MECHANIC STATED IF THE CONSUMER WOULD'VE TOOK ANY LONGER GETTING THERE, THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE CAUGHT FIRE. *PH *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-30
- VIN: 1G2WJ52M2TF
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, TWO OF THREE IN BACK SEAT HAVE FAILED IN LAST 4 MONTHS NOW TODAY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT FAILED. LUCKLY THESE WERE DISCOVERED BEFORE AN ACCIDENT OR OTHER INCIDENT OCCURRED THAT COULD HAVE RESULTED IN SEVER INJURY OR DEATH TO SOMEONE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-04
- VIN: 9999
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GAS LEAKED. *JB THE GAS TANK STARTED TO LEAK ACROSS THE ENTIRE REAR WELD SEAM AFTER BEING FILLED. GAS DRIPPED FROM THE TANK AT THE CORNER(S), NEXT TO THE EXHAUST PIPE. THE MECHANIC THAT REPLACED THE TANK/PUMP/SENDING UNIT, SAID THE ENTIRE WELD SEAM LEAKED. *SCC *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-05
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE POWER WINDOW ON DRIVER'S SIDE KEEPS COMING OFF OF THE TRACK, IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES FOR THIS, AND STILL IS NOT FIXED. ONCE REPAIRED IT WILL LAST FOR 3 TO 6 MONTHS THAN THE WINDOW WILL FALL DOWN INTO THE DOOR.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-10
- VIN: 1G2WJ12X7TF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: FAILURE OF THE IGNITION WIRES & PLUGS FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 3 YEARS. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-15
- VIN: 1G2WJ12X7TF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE ON 4TH ALTERNATOR AT 63,000 MILES. ALTERNATOR FAILURE IN THIS VEHICLE CAN OCCUR SUDDENLY, WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING, AT ANY SPEED, LEAVING DRIVER WITH LIMITED ABILITY TO CONTROL VEHICLE. VOLUNTARY MANUFACTURER RECALL 8/99, SPARK PLUG WIRES REPLACED TO BETTER HANDLE ELECTRICAL LOADS. PROBLEM IMPROVED BUT NOT RESOLVED. OTHER VEHICLE OWNERS HAVE SAME EXPERIENCE AND COMPLAINTS INCLUDING AT NHTSA WEBSITE. VEHICLE MODEL & YEAR WITH 3.4 LITRE ENGINE UNABLE TO SUSTAIN NORMAL ELECTRICAL LOADS. ALTERNATOR FAILURE OCCURS EVERY 1-2 YEARS, ALWAYS WHEN AIR CONDITIONER OPERATING. MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO COVER MOST RECENT REPLACEMENT UNDER "SECRET WARRANTY". REPAIRS WITH REBUILT ALTERNATOR COST NEARLY $800 EXCLUDING TOW, CAR RENTAL & CELL PHONE CHARGES. VEHICLE BLOCKING LANE OF TRAFFIC ON MAJOR ARTERIAL DURING RUSH HOUR. FREQUENCY OF ALTERNATOR FAILURE IS CLEARLY NOT NORMAL WEAR OR USE. RECEIVED NO WRITTEN RESPONSE FROM PRIOR WRITTEN COMPLAINTS TO PONTIAC. TS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-01
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M6TF
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE INNER TIE ROD ON PASSENGER'S TIRE BROKE OFF, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BE INOPERATIVE. *AK *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G2WJ12X2TF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR STALLS OUT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE ALMOST KILLED MYSELF AN OTHER DRIVERS BECAUSE OF THIS. IT IS ALSO HARD TO START. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINS THE HEATING SYSTEM HAS BECOME INOPERABLE. INSPECTION OF THE FAILURE LED TO THE DISCOVERY THAT THE VEHICLE IS IN NEED OF A NEW ENGINE. MECHANIC CAN NOT EXPLAIN WHY THIS OCCURED. *JG
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-28
- VIN: 1G2WJ52M7TF
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE THROTTLE CABLE BROKE AND THE CAR WAS GOING AS IF IT WAS ON NEUTRAL, AS I COULD NOT CONTROL THE GAS PEDAL ANYMORE, AND MISSED GOING IN TO THE WALL BY ONLY A COUPLE OF INCHES. *AK
SEAT BELTS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-09-06
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2WJ52M2TF
- Components: SEAT BELTS,SEATS
- Summary: MY HUSBAND AND MYSELF WERE INVOLVED IN A HIGH IMPACT REAR END COLLISION. DUE TO THE SEAT BACK FAILURE MY SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAINT ME. I AM NOW A GRAND MAUL EPILEPTIC DUE TO MY HEAD INJURIES. I ALSO SUFFER FROM NECK AND SHOULDER PAIN.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-02-20
- VIN: 1G2WJ52MOTF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE PREMATURELY WEARING. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AT HIGH SPEED VEHICLE VIBRATES, AND PEDAL NEARLY GOES TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *AK CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE IS VERY HARD TO STOP AT SPEEDS OVER 35 MPH ROTORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES SINCE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, AND NEED REPLACEMENT AGAIN AT THE PRESENT TIME. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-07
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M8TF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE WAS OVERHEATING DURING NORMAL OPERATION OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP AND REPLACED RADIATOR CAP BECAUSE OF A DEFECTIVE SPRING. THEN, WHEN TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, ENGINE STALLED SUDDENLY. TOOK ALL OF CONSUMER'S EFFORT TO BRING VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD. DEALERSHIP STATED THAT HEAD GASKET WAS CONSIDERED TO BE DEFECTIVE WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL. PRIVATE MECHANIC WAS CURRENTLY REBUILDING/REMANUFACTURING THE ENGINE. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2WJ52M2TF
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I THINK THIS CAR WAS WRECKED BEFORE WE BOUGHT IT AND THE DEALER KNEW IT, AT THE TIME OF SALE. WE WERE NOT INFORMED OF IT AND HAVE JUST NOTICED IT. NO SAFETY DEFECT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G2WP52KXXF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WOULD BE DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN IT WOULD START TO HESITATE AT 40MPH. PROBLEM WAS SPORADIC. WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. TOOK TO DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR PROBLEM. MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE HIT A TREE AT 40-45MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TATALLED. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-29
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2WJ12M4TF
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 5MPH ON INTERSTATE AND WAS TURNING INTO HIS APARTMENT COMPLEX, AND DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE FELL OFF. TWO OF THE BOLTS WERE WARPED AND BROKEN OFF, AND AND/ RIM WERE BENT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. AND DEALERSHIP WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
1996 Pontiac Grand prix recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1996 Pontiac Grand prix.
- Manufacturer: DELPHI
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
- Summary: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
- Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARINGS TO ESCAPE.
- Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE PINION SHAFT CAN BE FORCED UPWARD DURING LEFT TURNS AND BACK DOWN AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS MOVED BACK AND TO THE RIGHT. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL NEED TO EXERT MORE EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, SIMILAR TO A VEHICLE WITHOUT POWER ASSISTED STEERING. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES EVEN FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL REQUIRE MUCH HIGHER EFFORT TO TURN LEFT AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL AS MUCH AS INTENDED. WITH THE MAXIMUM PINION SHAFT MOVEMENT, WHICH REQUIRES INTERNAL GEAR COMPONENT DAMAGE, THE DRIVER CAN ENCOUNTER HIGH RESISTANCE TO TURNING LEFT, FOLLOWED BY UNINTENDED POWER ASSIST TO THE RIGHT. IN ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOWER PINION BEARING UNLESS INSPECT OF THE EXISTING BEARING INDICATES THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE GEAR ASSEMBLY IS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
Negative 1996 Pontiac Grand prix car reviews
Positive 1996 Pontiac Grand prix car reviews
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This car is in great condition and it's a blast to drive around town!
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Great car that is fun to drive and I will keep it until the wheels fall off.
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I really appreciate my car, but my friends seem to like it even more than I do. Although my little 3100 SFI provides enough horsepower to get me where I want to go in style, it doesn't quite give me the feeling of a shuttle launch. However, I have an exciting plan to upgrade my car by dropping in a 3800 S/C L67. With a curb weight of only 3200 lbs, this car is relatively light for its type (especially compared to a T-bird). It's a fantastic car for those who love two-doors but don't want to feel like they and their friends are packed in like sardines.
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I recently bought this car from my neighbors and it's my second car so far. It's been great! Although it needs some rust spots fixed up, there has been absolutely no major maintenance required so far, even though the car has 167,000 miles on it.
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When I first saw the car, I fell in love with it because it had everything I wanted. Although I did have some issues with the transmission and engine, I still had fun driving it. The leather seats, sunroof, CD player, and heads up display made the inside of the car feel luxurious. Unfortunately, I had to trade it in because it needed a new engine and I spent over $6,000 in repairs during the 3 years I had it. Even though I haven't had it for 3 years, I still wish I did because it made me feel young. I would love to be driving it today if it didn't have any problems.
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Ronaldo Walter 2024-07-23
I'm so glad you were able to find such a great deal on your car! While the mechanical quality is very good, it seems like the interior workmanship could use some improvement. It's a shame that the plastic parts are loose and the tolerances are not up to Japanese standards. However, it's still a good looking car and seems to be reliable, which is great!