1997 Pontiac Montana problems

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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 1997 Pontiac Montana problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the Pontiac Montana 1997, several common problems have been reported:

  1. Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
    • One of the common issues reported is the failure of the intake manifold gasket. This can lead to coolant leaks, which may result in engine overheating and potential damage if not addressed promptly. Owners have experienced this problem, requiring repairs to prevent further engine complications.
  2. Erratic Shifting:
    • Another prevalent problem with the Pontiac Montana 1997 is erratic shifting. This issue can be attributed to transmission problems, specifically the transmission pressure control solenoid failure, causing erratic gear shifting. Owners have faced challenges with smooth gear transitions, impacting the overall driving experience.
  3. Tail Light Failure:
    • Tail light failure is another issue that owners have encountered. Malfunctioning tail lights can compromise road safety, reducing visibility to other drivers, especially during nighttime or adverse weather conditions. This problem necessitates timely replacement or repair to ensure proper lighting functionality.
  4. Leaking Water Pump:
    • Leaking water pumps have been reported as a common problem in the Pontiac Montana 1997. A leaking water pump can lead to coolant loss, engine overheating, and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly. Owners have faced the need for water pump replacements to prevent further complications.
  5. Leaking Refrigerant:
    • Owners have also reported issues with leaking refrigerant in the Pontiac Montana 1997. Refrigerant leaks can affect the efficiency of the vehicle's air conditioning system, leading to inadequate cooling performance. Addressing refrigerant leaks promptly is essential to maintain the proper functioning of the air conditioning system.

These common problems with the Pontiac Montana 1997 highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt repairs to ensure the longevity and performance of the vehicle. Owners facing these issues should consult professional auto repair services to address the specific problems and prevent further complications.

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How reliable are Pontiac Montana?

The Pontiac Montana got a 3.5 out of 5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal. Regardless, owners report that they're still satisfied with their Montanas. Several parts in the Pontiac Montana tend to wear out. These parts include the intake manifold, condenser, and tail lights.

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?

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.

What replaced the Pontiac Montana?

The minivan was built near Atlanta, Georgia. On November 21, 2005, GM announced that it would close the Doraville, Georgia assembly plant, which produced the Montana SV6, in 2008. As part of most Pontiac dealerships also selling Buicks and GMCs, the Lambda-based GMC Acadia crossover SUV will replace the Montana SV6.

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.

When did they stop making Pontiac Montana?

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.

Why won't my Pontiac Montana start?

The most common reasons a Pontiac Montana won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.

Is Pontiac Montana a SUV?

The Pontiac Montana was a minivan sold by the Pontiac Motor Division of General Motors. Before the 1999 model year, it was known as The Pontiac Trans Sport. Since 1997, its most popular trim package had been the 'Montana sport package'. It gave the minivan more SUV-like features.

1997 Pontiac Montana car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac Montana problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Engine and engine cooling problems
  • Exterior lighting problems
  • Structure problems
  • Seat belts problems
  • Suspension problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Pontiac Montana vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1997 Pontiac Montana complaints

The NHTSA has received 18 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Pontiac Montana.

2010-05-07

STRUCTURE,TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2008-01-21
  • VIN: 1GMDX03EXVD
  • Components: STRUCTURE,TIRES
  • Summary: I RECENTLY SAW THAT TOYOTA VOLUNTARILY RECALLED SOME OF THEIR VEHICLES DUE TO FAILURES OF THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THEIR SPARE TIRES IN PLACE. I HAD THIS EXACT SAME FAILURE OCCUR TO ME ON A 1997 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN. THE ACTUAL FAILURE OCCURRED ON 1/21/08. I WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE SPARE TIRE SUDDENLY SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE AND FELL ONTO THE GROUND. THE METAL CABLE ON THE SPARE TIRE WINCH HAD FAILED DUE TO CORROSION AND ALLOWED THE TIRE TO FALL. HAD THIS HAPPENED EVEN 20 MINUTES EARLIER, WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY, THE TIRE WOULD HAVE BEEN BOUNCING AROUND ON THE HIGHWAY, IN MOVING TRAFFIC. I WAS CONCERNED THAT THIS WAS LIKELY A GENERIC GM PROBLEM AND THE CHANCE OF SOMEONE GETTING SERIOUSLY INJURED, OR WORSE, WAS VERY HIGH IF A SPARE TIRE WAS BOUNCING LOOSE ON THE HIGHWAY. ON 2/6/08, I PERSONALLY REPORTED THIS INFORMATION TO THE DEALER FROM WHICH I HAD PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW. I WAS TOLD THEY WOULD REPORT THE INFORMATION TO GENERAL MOTORS. ON 2/25/08, I EMAILED MY CONTACT AT THE DEALER TO SEE IF THEY HAD GOTTEN ANY RESPONSE FROM GM. I NEVER GOT A RESPONSE TO THAT EMAIL. ON 3/4/08, I CALLED PONTIAC CUSTOMER SERVICE AND REITERATED MY CONCERN WITH THE DEFICIENT GM DESIGN. I WAS ASSIGNED REFERENCE NUMBER 71-608132149. I SPOKE TO A COUPLE OF CUSTOMER SERVICE TYPES, THE LAST BEING A SUPERVISOR SUPPOSEDLY. HE INFORMED ME HE DID NOT INTEND TO TAKE THIS MATTER (MY CONCERN) ANY FURTHER IN THE GM ORGANIZATION, THAT HE WOULD PERSONALLY TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURIES RESULTING FROM FAILED SPARE TIRE WINCHES ON PONTIACS. THE FACT OF THE MATTER IS, GM HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS TOYOTA. TOYOTA HAS RECALLED THEIR VEHICLES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, GM HAS DONE NOTHING. I NEVER GOT A RECALL NOTICE. THIS ISSUE IS OUT THERE AND SOMEONE COULD VERY LIKELY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR WORSE IF GM DOES NOT ADDRESS IT. *TR
2006-03-15

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-03-15
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: ANTIFREEZE LEAK; LEAD TO REPLACEMENT OF LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET (VERY COSTLY) ABOUT 4 YEARS AGO. NEEDS REPLACING AGAIN. DEALERSHIP WARNS OF EXCESSIVE ENGINE DAMAGE DUE TO ANTIFREEZE IN THE MOTOR OIL. *NM
2005-07-13

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-07-11
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 11111111111
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: PONTIAC TRANSPORT MONTANA WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT FOR 1/2 HOUR OR SO AND BECAME INGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE MARSHALL THINKS IT WAS FROM BATTERY/ ELECTRIC. DESTROYED OUR CAR AND 5 OTHERS. NO HUMANS HURT...THANK GOD IT WAS PARKED AND MY SON WAS NOT DRIVING IT.
2005-05-12

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-05-12
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E2VD
  • Components: SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: DT CONTACT STATES HIS PASSENGER SAFETY BELT IN HIS VEHICLE IS LOCKED, ORIGINALLY DESIGNED A CHILD SAFETY FEATURE. THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE IN THE MIDDLE ROW, CENTER AND RIGHT SIDE SEAT IS COMING APART. *NM
2005-02-14

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-02-13
  • Number Of Injuries: 2
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E8VD
  • Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: DRIVING DOWN A TWO LANE FREEWAY, VEARING TO THE RIGHT AND I REARENDED A CAR. THE SEATBELTS DID NOT LOCK AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT WORK..THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND EVERYTHING WAS SAID TO BE WORKING FINE..THE VAN IS FULLY LOADED AND ALL THE ELCTRONICS ARE WORKING PERFECTLY, AS FAR AS I KNEW.*AK
2004-06-25

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-06-15
  • VIN: 1GMDX06E3VD
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: INTERMITTENTLY VEHICLE HAD DIFFICULTY MAKING A LEFT TURN, OR WAS UNABLE TO MAKE A LEFT TURN WHILE IN MOTION . CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM BACK IN OCTOBER 23, 2003. BUT WAS NOT ABLE LOCATE THAT INFORMATION IN NHTSA DATA BASE. *AK
2004-04-09

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-02-01
  • VIN: 1GMDX03EXVD
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: THE HEADLIGHT ON DRIVERS SIDE FELL OUT WHILE DRIVING. THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT FELL OUT AFTER THE TRUNK WAS CLOSED. *AK
2004-01-15

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-07-15
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E8VD
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE
  • Summary: A/C HEAT - AIR CONDITIONING / HEAT UNIT IN REAR OF VAN FAILED IN 2001. HAVE NOT ATTEMPTED TO HAVE IT REPAIRED TO DATE. A/C AND HEAT IS OK FRONT. BODY - PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR. RATTLED ALMOST FROM THE DAY WE BOUGHT THE CAR. IT ALSO AT TIMES WOULD NOT CLOSED (IN PARK). IT WOULD CLOSE AUTOMATICALLY UNTIL IT TOUCHED THE CAR BODY THEN WOULD RE-OPEN. THEY REPLACED THE POWER SLIDING DOOR UNLATCH ACTUATOR UNDER A RECALL. ENGINE - STARTING AT 48,000 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD START TO BLINK WHEN DRIVING, IMMEDIATELY THE VAN WOULD START TO RUN VERY ROUGHLY AND HAVE POOR ACCELERATION. LIGHT WOULD THEN STOP BLINKING AND STAY "ON". THEN OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT AN HOUR RUNNING TIME WOULD TURN OFF. THIS WOULD HAPPEN EVERY OTHER MONTH OR SO FOR A DAY. EVENTUALLY -WE WERE TOLD IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTORS (AT 56,000 MILES). WE REPLACED THOSE 2000 MILES AGO AND THE SAME PROBLEM JUST APPEARED AGAIN TODAY (JULY 31, 2003) AUGUST UPDATE: HAD COOLANT LOSS - IT WAS THE GASKET WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED AT ABOUT $750.. MOST OF IT LABOR TO GET TO THE DARNED THING.
2004-01-15

SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-05-15
  • VIN: 1GMDX06EXVD
  • Components: SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
  • Summary: LENS COVER OVER THE HEADLIGHTS FELL OUT OF BOTH HEADLIGHTS ON SEPERATE OCCCASIONS. I HAD TO BUY THE WHOLE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THEY JUST FELL OUT AND BROKE ON THE ROAD. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH IT OVERHEATING HAVE REPLACE THERMOSTAT AND WATER PUMP STILL HAVING SAME PROBLEM. NOT FIXED YET. THE POWER SLIDING DOOR ALARMS THAT IT IS OPEN FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE DOOR HAS NOT OPENED AND CLOSED BY THE POWER FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. IT HAS TO BE MANNAULLY OPENED. WE HAVE ALSO REPLACED THE BOTH AIR SHOCKS IN THE REAR OF THE VAN. CAN'T GET THE RADIATOR CAP FROM RADIATOR HAVEN'T BEEN ABLE TO REMOVE SINCE IT WAS BOUGHT.
2004-01-02

EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-01-02
  • Components: EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: THE MOST IMPORTANT PROBLEM THAT I HAVE HAD WITH THIS CAR IS THAT WHEN MAKING RIGHT HAND TURNS, GOING APPROX 5-10 MILES AN HOUR, THE CAR WILL SHUT ITSELF OFF COMPLETELY. IN ORDER TO RETURN DRIVING, THE CAR MUST BE PUT INTO PARK AND THEN RESTARTED. THIS HAS OCCURRED MANY TIMES. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO SEVERAL DIFFERENT PROFESSIONALS AND NO ONE HAS AN EXPLANATION. THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL SMALLER PROBLEMS AS WELL, MANY OF WHICH I HAVE SEEN REPORTED IN THIS WEB PAGE. THUD IN GAS TANK, LEAKING COOLANT, DRIVER AUTO WINDOW MALFUNCTION, AS WELL AS THE POWER STEERING. I HAVE A TWO YEAR OLD LITTLE GIRL AND BOUGHT THIS CAR HEARING THAT IT WAS A SAFE VEHICLE, FORTUNEATELY FOR US WE HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS, HOWEVER, I WOULD NOT CALL THIS CAR SAFE AT ALL.*AK
2003-07-17

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-07-14
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E9VD
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: WE HAVE HAD LENS COVERS FALL OFF BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS. WHAT SHOULD NORMALLY BE A VERY LOW COST FIX HAS RESULTED IN REPAIR/LABOR COSTS OF OVER $300 FOR US AS YOU CANNOT REPLACE JUST THE LENS COVER. AS I WAS TOLD, THE "GLUE" WHOCH HOLDS THE LENS COVER ON BREAKS DOWN AND RESULTS IN THE LENS COVER FALLING OFF. THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED (LAST YEAR PARTS ALONE WERE $130...THIS YEAR AROUND 90 FOR THE OTHER HEADLIGHT). THIS IS AN AWFUL DESIGN! IF I WERE ABLE TO REPLACE JUST THE LENS COVER (ONLY NEEDS TO BE GLUED BACK IN PLACE!), I WOULDN'T COMPLAIN, BUT WE ARE NOT LOOKING AT HAVING TO REPLACE THESE "GLUED TOGETHER" ITEMS AT A COST OF ANOTHER $300+ WITHIN THE NEXT 5 YEARS WHEN THIS GLUE FAILS.*AK
2003-06-17

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-06-17
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E0VD
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: I HAVE A 1997 PONTIAC MONTANA MINIVAN. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT I HAVE THE DREADED INTAKE MANIFOLD LEAK. IT APPEARS THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM WITH THE 3.4 LITER ENGINE. *JB
2003-04-03

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAK. MR. *AK
2003-03-31

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-09-08
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E8VD
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: BLOWN HEAD GASKET AFTER ONLY 50,000 MILES. NOT TO MENTION I HAD A BLOWN MANIFOLD GASKET 6 MONTHS BEFORE THIS!. *NLM
2003-01-07

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-04-15
  • VIN: FULL FILL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE LEAKS FUEL FROM THE ENGINE. *TS
2002-10-29

VISIBILITY PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-10-28
  • VIN: 1GMDX03E7VD
  • Components: VISIBILITY
  • Summary: CONSUMER STATES, THE DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR HANDLE WHEN IS CLOSE MANUAL MAY CATCH YOUR FINGER AND HAVE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS
2002-05-07

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET IS DAMAGED YET NO PARTS AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT US. IS THIS A KNOWN FACT TO GM? IS THIS A RECALL ITEM. MY VAN NOW OVERHEATS AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS.*AK
2001-05-25

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-01-25
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: A REMOTE CONTROL WAS USED TO OPEN AND CLOSE SLIDING DOOR, REMOTE CONTROL JUST STOPPED WORKING. CONSUMER HAS TO MANUALLY OPEN AND CLOSE DOOR. *AK

1997 Pontiac Montana recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1997 Pontiac Montana.

2004-12-22
  • Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH SECOND-ROW BUCKET SEATS OR CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS AND A POWER SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, A PASSENGER USING THE INTERIOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE POWER SLIDING DOOR COULD BE INJURED.
  • Consequence: IF A PASSENGER USES THE INTERIOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE POWER SLIDING DOOR AND HOLDS ONTO THE HANDLE WHILE IT IS BEING OPENED BY THE MOTOR, THE PASSENGER'S ARM MAY BE PUSHED INTO THE SEAT BACK OR ARMREST AND A WRIST OR LOWER ARM INJURY MAY RESULT.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR INTERIOR HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER-SIDE. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER OR MANUAL SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER-SIDE, THE INTERIOR HANDLE WILL ALSO BE REPLACED FOR APPEARANCE REASONS. NOTE: BEFORE THE VEHICLE IS SERVICED, GM ADVISES OWNERS TO NOT USE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. THE DRIVER CAN OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOOR FROM SWITCHES AT THE DRIVER'S POSITION OR BY USING THE REMOTE KEY FOB. THE DRIVER SHOULD TELL PASSENGERS TO USE THE SWITCH LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE DOOR TO OPEN OR CLOSE IT. THE DRIVER SHOULD USE THE OVERRIDE SWITCH TO PREVENT OPERATION OF THE POWER DOOR BY CHILDREN OR BY OTHERS WHO ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH ITS USE. THE OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER MAILING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON MAY 31, 2005. THE SECOND PHASE MAILING BEGAN ON JULY 18, 2005. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 31, 2005. PHASE 2 BEGAN ON JULY 18, 2005. PHASE 3 (FINAL PHASE) BEGAN ON AUGUST 24, 2005, TO ALL REMAINING CUSTOMERS. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
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