Pontiac Montana problems
The Pontiac Montana is a minivan that was sold by General Motors under the Pontiac brand for model years 1997 to 2009. Its badge-engineered variants were the Chevrolet Venture and the Oldsmobile Silhouette in the first generation, and the Chevrolet Uplander, Saturn Relay, and Buick Terraza in the second generation. Prior to the 1997 model year, it was known as the Pontiac Trans Sport.
In 1996 for the 1997 model year, the Trans Sport added the Montana moniker as part of an available trim package. This package proved so popular the line was renamed Montana in 1998 for the 1999 model year in the United States and 1999 for the 2000 model year in Canada. When the van was redesigned in 2004 for the 2005 model year, the name was changed to Montana SV6. It was discontinued after the 2006 model year in the United States because of slow sales, but continued to be sold in Canada and Mexico until 2009. Since their introduction, the Pontiac minivans were GM's most popular minivans among consumers in Canada.
The Doraville, Georgia assembly plant which produced the Montana and its siblings closed on September 26, 2008. Sales of the Montana SV6 continued for Canada and Mexico until 2009, a year before the Pontiac brand was discontinued in 2010.
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Common Pontiac Montana problems
The Pontiac Montana, a minivan produced by General Motors, has had several common problems reported by owners, particularly with engine and intake manifold gasket issues.
One of the most frequently reported problems is the intake manifold gasket failure, which is especially prevalent in the 1999 model year. This issue has been reported by many owners, with an average repair cost of $2,300 and an average mileage of 92,000 miles at the time of repair. The intake manifold gasket is responsible for sealing the intake manifold to the engine block, preventing coolant and combustion gases from mixing. When this gasket fails, it can lead to coolant leaks, overheating, and reduced engine performance.
Another problem reported by Pontiac Montana owners is related to the engine itself. The 2001 model year has been identified as the worst for engine problems. This problem can lead to engine misfires, reduced performance, and decreased fuel efficiency.
Furthermore, some owners have reported that their Montanas have experienced issues with the gas gauge, with the gauge dropping from full to empty in just a few minutes while driving at highway speeds. This issue can be dangerous, as it may lead to unexpected engine stalling. Despite multiple visits to the shop, mechanics have been unable to reproduce the problem, leaving owners without a clear solution.
Lastly, the Pontiac Montana's emissions system has been criticized for being sensitive, leading to engine code issues and increased repair costs. This can be particularly frustrating for owners, as it can lead to frequent and costly repairs.
In summary, the Pontiac Montana has had several common problems, with engine and intake manifold gasket issues being the most prevalent. These problems can lead to reduced engine performance, increased repair costs, and even safety concerns.
Is the Pontiac Montana reliable?
These parts include the intake manifold, condenser, and tail lights. Overall, the Pontiac Montana is pretty reliable, and most owners report only a few minor bugs that they consider normal for a vehicle of its age.
How many miles per gallon does a Pontiac Montana get?
Based on data from 12 vehicles, 695 fuel-ups and 221,619 miles of driving, the 2008 Pontiac Montana gets a combined Avg MPG of 19.12 with a 0.33 MPG margin of error.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Montana have?
The Pontiac Montana offers a V6 engine in 3.4, 3.5 or 3.9 L displacements depending on model year and trim package, with the higher-displacement sport packages delivering the most horsepower.
What year did they stop making Pontiac Montanas?
2009
No more improvements were made to the Montana models after the 2005 model year. Pontiac stopped selling them after the 2006 model year in the United States. They continued to be sold in Canada and Mexico until the 2009 model year. GM discontinued the Pontiac division after the 2010 model year.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Pontiac Montana years
We have researched Pontiac problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Pontiac Montana cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Pontiac Montana model years:
- Pontiac Montana 1999
- Pontiac Montana 2000
- Pontiac Montana 2001
- Pontiac Montana 2002
- Pontiac Montana 2003
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Pontiac Montana model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Pontiac Montana years
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Pontiac Montana car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Pontiac Montana , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Structure problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Pontiac Montana vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Montana model years
A total of 74 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Montana model years
There were a total of 21 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Montana model years
There were a total of 133 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Montana model years
There were a total of 6 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 1142 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Pontiac Montana . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Pontiac Montana vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Pontiac Montana 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-19
- Date Complaint: 2023-04-19
- VIN: 1GMDV23E25D
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: When I start the engine & try to put in another it it nearly impossible. With engine on, it smells of gasoline! I'm afraid I will die from the fumes. Transmission only goes up to 20 mph. I know there is a gas leak and I want others to be notified before my family or someone else's family catch fire and burn to death! If I have to run the heater then it takes power from the engine/transmission and I can only go 10mph. When I am in on on the highway the van will shut off. It shut off out of nowhere and I almost lost my life that day!
Pontiac Montana 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-07
- Date Complaint: 2022-05-20
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GMDX13E53D
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Van crashed with damage to the front when it ran off the road and went into a culvert/ditch and air bags did not deploy resulting in paralyzation of the wife of the owner after van had been apparently donated to Charity Cars as junk vehicle or salvage vehicle. Vehicle was apparently repaired by towing company and offered for sale at at a used car dealership in Zanesville, Ohio. The passenger side lower dashboard had a white wire hanging down which may have been connected to a defective replacement airbag. I am an attorney representing the owner and the owner's wife. Black box was analyzed in 2019, but not with the latest program.
Pontiac Montana 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- Date Complaint: 2020-10-10
- VIN: 1GMDU03L86D
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHEN HAVING MY OIL CHANGED AT A GARAGE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE LIFT BOTH FRAME RAILS HAD SEVERE RUST DAMAGE. SINCE THIS IS WHAT GIVES THE UNIBODY FRAME IT'S STRENGTH, WHY DIDN'T GM ZINC COAT THEM OR APPLY RUST PROOFING? I LIVE IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN WHERE THEY USE SALT ON THE ROADS IN WINTER. SEEING GM IS ALSO IN MICHIGAN YOU WOULD THINK THEY WOULD BE AWARE OF THIS AND ACT ACCORDINGLY? THE ONLY REASON I CAN THINK OF IS TO SAVE MONEY, INCREASE PROFITS, AT THE EXPENSE OF THE VEHICLE BEING SAFE FOR THE CONSUMER. I DON'T SEE DESIGNING THE FRAME RAILS TO LAST FOR 20-25 YEARS FOR SAFETY REASONS AS BEING UNREASONABLE.
Pontiac Montana 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-08
- Date Complaint: 2020-04-08
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GMDV33E45D
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS BEEN PROPERLY MAINTAINED UNDER HOOD COMPONENTS FOR YEARS. ONE DAY I STARTED IT UP AND WAS SMOKING HEAVILY. NO EVIDENCE HAS BEEN SHOWN TO BE A FAILURE TO MAINTAIN. NO LOOSE OR BARE WIRES, NOTHING UNORDINARY GOING ON UNDER THE HOOD THAT COULD CAUSE THIS. NO SIGNS OF OPERATOR ERROR SO FORTH. *TR
Pontiac Montana 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-11
- Date Complaint: 2020-03-12
- VIN: 1GMDV33L95D
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY GAS GAUGE STOPPED WORKING AND IS FLUCATING AND THE DASH READING IS SAYING THINGS. ITS ALL MESSED UP
Pontiac Montana 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-13
- Date Complaint: 2020-02-02
- VIN: 1GMDV33L36D
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN IT'S COLD AND YOU START THE VEHICLE I GET A MESSAGE REDUCED ENGINE POWER. YOU HAVE TO IMMEDIATELY SHUT IT OFF. SOM ETIMES WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT IS WARMED UP IT WILL DO THIS AND YOU HAVE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER BECAUSE IF YOU TRY TO GIVE IT GAS IT WON'T GO ANYWAYS. I THINK IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE IT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU ARE GOING 70 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE AND CARS ARE RIGHT ON YOUR ASS. LUCKILY I WASN'T ON THE INTERSTATE BUT I WAS ON A HIGHWAY GOING 60MPH WHEN IT HAPPENED.
Pontiac Montana 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-26
- Date Complaint: 2019-12-05
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL RUBBING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION DETACHED FROM THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL INDEPENDENT MECHANICS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION OF THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Pontiac Montana 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-05
- Date Complaint: 2019-02-08
- VIN: 1GMDV33L36D
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, OR AFTER AWHILE WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT WILL COME UP AND READ REDUCED ENGINE POWER THEN YOU HAVE TO STOP BECAUSE IT WILL NOT LET YOU ACCELERATE THE GAS PEDAL. SOMETIMES WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF AND RESTART IT, IT WILL BE FINE AND SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO WAIT ABOUT 10 MINUTES THEN RESTART. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE ON A SIDE STREET OR ON THE HIGHWAY, IT JUST RANDOMLY DOES THIS.
Pontiac Montana 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-09
- Date Complaint: 2018-11-11
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GMDX03E23D
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I WAS IN A ACCIDENT AND HIT A TRUCK BROADSIDE. I ENDED UP HITTING THE STEERING WHEEL WITH MY CHEST. NOT ONLY WAS MY SEATBELT INEFFECTIVE, BUT THE AIRBAG DID NOT OPEN. I DID SUSTAIN CHEST INJURY. IRAN A STOP SIGN IN TOWN.
Pontiac Montana 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2018-08-13
- VIN: 1GMDV33L46D
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: THE DASH KEEPS TELLING ME THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY SYSTEM NEED TO BE CHECKED. I HAVE WIRING ISSUES FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LIGHTS, THEY COME ON AND OFF. FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY ALL THE TIME AND NOW MOST RECENTLY THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT ALARM DOES NOT REGISTER THAT THE SEAT BELT IS CONNECTED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES THESE ISSUES MOVING AND STATIONARY.
Pontiac Montana 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-15
- Date Complaint: 2018-04-16
- VIN: 1GMDX03EX4D
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: INTAKE GASKET GOES BAD. WHILE DRIVING WITH NO WARNING
Pontiac Montana 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-10
- Date Complaint: 2018-04-11
- VIN: 1GMDX03E73D
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE IN A STATIONARY MODE AFTER PARKING TO GET AIR FOR MY TIRES, THE STEERING COLUMN LOCKED. TOOK ABOUT 20 MINUTES WITH ASSISTANCE TO UNLOCK, THIS I FEEL IS UNSAFE WITH THE CLIMATE OF THE WORLD TODAY, YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO GET IN YOUR VEHICLE TURN IT ON AND BE ON YOUR WAY. NO IMAGE OR DOCUMENT TO UPLOAD JUST FRUSTRATION.
Pontiac Montana 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-22
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-22
- VIN: 1GMDX03E72D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC MONTANA. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN AND PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMERGING FROM THE REAR. THE CONTACT CHECKED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED FUEL COMING OUT THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK WHERE THE SEAL WAS MAKING A PUDDLE ON THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: A-31191114851. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 192,000.
Pontiac Montana 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-05
- VIN: 1GMDX03E82D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL TANK IS LEAKING AROUND THE SEAL WHERE THE ELBOW CONNECTES,. THIS SEAL HAS BEEN DISCONUTINED. THE DEALERSHIP SAID I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. I CANT AFFORD A NEW TANK. IF THEY CANT REPLACE THE SEAL THEY SHOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE TANK, THERE HAS BEEN TWO RECALLS ON THE GAS TANK ON THIS VEHICLES. I AM LUCKY THAT MY VAN DIDNT CATCH ON FIRE GOING DOWN THE ROAD WITH ME AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE VAN, WE PUT SOME PUTTY ON IT FOR GAS LEAKS AND THAT HAS SLOW THE LEAK DOWN, I HAVE NOT CHOICE BUT TO DRIVE THE VAN MY ONLY WAY TO GO, I CANT AFFORD TO PUT A NEW GAS TANK FOR 725.00. I DONT THINK IT IS FAIR THAT THEY CAN DISCONTIUNED A SEAL LIKE THIS THAT AND NOT WILLING TO REPLACE A HAZARD PART LIKE THIS, I PUT MY LIFE AND THE GIRLS LIFE IN DANGER EVERYDAY WE GO OUT IN THE VAN BUT WE HAVE NOT CHOICE.
Pontiac Montana 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-03
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-01
- VIN: 1GMDX13E03D
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 PONTIAC MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS IN WET CONDITIONS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING MADE AN ABNORMAL WINDING NOISE. THE DEALER (STOOPS BUICK GMC, 1251 QUAKER BLVD, PLAINFIELD, IN, 46168, 317-839-7771) INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 216,000.
Latest 5 recalls Pontiac Montana
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 56 recalls for different components of the Pontiac Montana.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Pontiac Montana 2008
- Report Received Date: 2010-03-19
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
- Consequence: A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
- Model: Pontiac Montana 2005
- Report Received Date: 2010-03-19
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
- Consequence: A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
- Model: Pontiac Montana 2006
- Report Received Date: 2010-03-19
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
- Consequence: A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
- Model: Pontiac Montana 2000
- Report Received Date: 2009-02-17
- Manufacturer: DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONSTM" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
- Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
- Model: Pontiac Montana 2002
- Report Received Date: 2009-02-17
- Manufacturer: DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONSTM" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
- Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
Latest negative Pontiac Montana car reviews
Latest positive Pontiac Montana car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2003
The best used car! You made a great choice buying this car used with 90k+ miles on it. It's amazing that it's still running fine with 140k++ miles on it, without any issues. All you needed were oil changes and brake pad changes. This car is very stable and has great pickup. Its HwyMPG can go as high as 27-28, which is better than any sedan of the same time frame. You have an excellent car!
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Vehicle year: 2002
I purchased my Pontiac Montana Ext. AWD used in February of 2007 with 52,345 miles and have been using it as a taxi ever since. I have been extremely fortunate with the Montana and have not experienced any major issues, only normal wear and tear. It runs constantly for 24 hours a day and now has 159,789 miles on it, yet it still runs like it's brand new. With plenty of room and comfortable seating for six, the AWD system is exceptional and can handle any terrain. If you're in the market for a minivan, this is the one to buy! I would purchase another one in a heartbeat without any hesitation.
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Vehicle year: 2003
Fantastic Van! It's really smooth, quiet, and fuel efficient. I think it's much nicer than the Toyota.
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Vehicle year: 1999
This minivan was the first to come with a VHS entertainment system, which made it a fun vehicle to drive. However, it experienced several major mechanical problems, including having to replace the intake gasket twice (first time at 24k and second at 60k) and needing a costly transmission rebuild at 56k. Unfortunately, the AC has just gone out and the cupholders next to the seat were useless, often spilling coffee. Due to these reliability issues, we have decided to part ways with the vehicle. It's a shame that GM is going out of business, as this minivan had the potential to be a great experience if it had been more dependable.
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Vehicle year: 2004
We actually leased a Montana in 2000 and have since purchased a Honda Odyssey. In comparing the two, we find the Montana to be a better car. It is easier and more comfortable to drive, and we like its looks better. We also got much better gas mileage in the Montana. However, we appreciate the reliability of the Odyssey. Thank you for considering our experience.
Are you having problems with your Pontiac Montana?
Rick Goyette 2025-10-02
Vehicle year: 1999
Hi there! I noticed that you recently purchased this van second hand with 153,000 km. It sounds like you've put a lot of work into it already, replacing the water pump, spark plugs, wheel bearing, rocker panels, head gasket, intake gasket, and thermostat. I also noticed that the roof leaks and there are a few other things that need attention, such as the front and rear struts, rear windshield wiper, ABS light, air bag light, and front end vibration. It's great that you're keeping up with the maintenance! I hope you're able to get everything sorted out soon. By the way, it's getting about 500 km to a tank, which is pretty good. Just wanted to let you know that it needs a transmission part, as it's shifting hard. Let me know if you have any questions or need any help!
Norberto O'Hara 2025-09-27
Vehicle year: 2000
In my experience of over 28 years of owning vehicles, including 5 GMs, this particular vehicle was unfortunately the worst. We purchased it as a buy back in 03 and thankfully had the platinum warranty. However, we encountered numerous issues such as ignition wiring, spark plug problems, fuel and torque converter issues, head gasket problems, and rusting on the roof. Additionally, we had to deal with a window that stopped working, AC clutch assembly, flush injectors, valve body and pressure solenoid in transmission, throttle body, and electrical problems that prevented starts or constant running. We had to recondition the heads, intake and plenum, t-stat, and drive seal for the coolant leak in engine. These issues all occurred within the first year of ownership.
Obie Gulgowski 2025-09-19
Vehicle year: 1999
Hi there! I couldn't help but notice that your van has an impressive 281,000 miles on it! It sounds like you really put it to work, carrying 1500 pounds of weight daily and a ladder on top. Despite some antifreeze-related issues, it's great to hear that the body is still in good shape and the V6 still has a lot of torque. It's also impressive that you're still getting 24mpg when driving it empty. The leather seats held up pretty well too, only getting a hole at 250k miles. Keep up the good work!
Edgardo Spencer 2025-09-19
Vehicle year: 2004
I have also experienced the same issues with the bearings as mentioned in other reviews. Unfortunately, the headlight housing fills up with water during rainstorms, which has caused my Instrument Panel to short out. This has resulted in the heat/water gauge, gas gauge, and speedometer malfunctioning intermittently. The cost to fix these issues is around $700-$800, but due to the recurring water damage, it seems pointless to invest in such a poor design. Additionally, the plastic components in this car are quite fragile, with the cupholder door in the front of the van and window switches on both sides breaking easily. The motor on the driver's side window, which is used more frequently, is also starting to fail. As someone who has previously purchased a GM product, I am disappointed with the quality and will not be making the same mistake again.
Philip Runte 2025-09-14
Vehicle year: 1999
Have you heard about the engine design flaw in GMC's 3.1L & 3.4L V6 engines? The intake manifold gasket allows antifreeze to mix with the oil, which can cause serious engine damage. Even though GMC is aware of this issue, they refuse to help customers with the costs or warn them about the problem. To avoid costly bills, make sure to check for recalls and complaints, and consider contacting the DOT auto safety hotline with the U.S. Department of Transportation. Stay safe out there!