2003 Pontiac Trans sport problems
The Pontiac Trans Sport is a minivan marketed by the Pontiac division of General Motors over two generations for model years 1990-1999 along with GM badge engineered variants, the Chevrolet Lumina APV and Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Introduced a year before the second-generation Chrysler minivans, the Pontiac Trans Sport and its counterparts marked an industry shift in the minivan segment towards adopting the form factor used by Chrysler. The APV vans shared mechanical commonality with the W platform sedans, along with a unique front-wheel drive, transverse-engine chassis.
The Trans Sport was assembled at North Tarrytown Assembly (Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow, New York), shifting production to Doraville Assembly (Doraville, Georgia) for its second generation. For the 1998 model year, Pontiac renamed the Trans Sport the Pontiac Montana, after an exterior trim package introduced in 1997.
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Common 2003 Pontiac Trans sport problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Pontiac Trans Sport 2003, several common problems have been reported:
- Driver's Seat Malfunction: Owners have reported problems with the driver's seat, such as needing fixing or malfunctioning. Issues with the driver's seat can impact the driver's comfort and safety while operating the vehicle.
- Battery Replacement Difficulty: Some owners have faced challenges when replacing the battery in the Pontiac Trans Sport. Difficulties in battery replacement can lead to inconvenience and additional maintenance costs for owners.
- Water Pump Failure: Another common problem reported is the failure of the water pump in the Pontiac Trans Sport. A malfunctioning water pump can result in engine overheating and potential damage if not addressed promptly.
- ECM Replacement: Owners have experienced issues with the Engine Control Module (ECM) needing replacement. Problems with the ECM can affect the vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and overall drivability.
- Recalls: The Pontiac Trans Sport 2003 has been subject to several recalls, which can indicate underlying issues that need attention. Recalls are essential for addressing safety concerns and ensuring the vehicle's proper functioning.
These common problems reported by owners of the Pontiac Trans Sport 2003 highlight various mechanical and functional issues that can impact the vehicle's performance, safety, and overall driving experience. Addressing these issues promptly through proper maintenance and repairs is crucial to ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.
2003 Pontiac Trans sport car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac Trans sport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Tires problems
- Visibility problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2003 Pontiac Trans sport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2003 Pontiac Trans sport complaints
The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2003 Pontiac Trans sport.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-22
- VIN: 1GMDX13E93D
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THE UNIROYAL TIGER PAW TIRES THAT CAME WITH MY 2003 PONTIAC MONTANA THUNDER. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE SAME TIRE 4 TIMES AT A COST TO ME. EACH TIME THE TIRE WAS EASILY PUNCTURED OR SHREDDED ON ME. WE HAD NOTICED THE TIRE SEEMED TO BE LOSING AIR SO WE PUMPED IT UP AND THEN PROCEEDED TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR FIX A FLAT. THIS DID NOT WORK HOWEVER... WE WERE DRIVING FROM CT TO NY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN WE HEARD THUMP THUMP, WE PULLED OVER TO FIND THAT THE TIRE HAD GONE FLAT. WHEN WE REMOVED THE TIRE WE FOUND THAT ALMOST ALL THE TREAD WAS WORN ON THE INSIDE AND THAT A HUGE INDENTATION WAS DEVELOPING IN THE WALL OF THE TIRE. I HAVE HAD IT WITH THE UNIROYAL BRAND...OBVISIOUSLY THEY MAKE INCOMPETENT TIRES BECAUSE ALL HAVE READ ARE COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER PEOPLE. I DON'T APPRECIAT HAVING TO FORK OVER HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TO REPLACE TIRES EVERY FEW MONTHS.
VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-15
- Components: VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TWO PROBLEMS: 1-SLIDING DOOR CONTINUES NOT TO OPERATE AND STOPE OPERATION AT ANY TIME. 2. HEADLIGHT COVER BLEW OFF. LIGHT BURNED OUT WHILE DRIVING. HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE ASSEMBLEY. MANUFACTOR OF HEADLIGHT INDICATED A RECALL GIVEN SO MAY UNTIS BEING SOLD. DEALERSHIP SAID NO. UNIT WAS $200 PLUS SHIPPING AND HANDLING AND INSTALLTION. 3. WORRIED ABOUT COOLANT LIGHT COMING ON AND ALL THE PROBLEMS WITH INTAKE GASTKET BEING REPLACED AND ENGINES BLOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-12
- VIN: 1GMDU06L5ST
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WE WERE DRIVING HOME WITH OUR KIDS IN OUR 1995 PONTIAC TRANSPORT WHEN WE HIT A POT HOLE. IT SEEMED LIKE THE ALIGNMENT WENT BAD BUT WHEN WE GOT HOME I NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS BENT. I TOOK IT TO TWO DIFFERENT PLACES AND BOTH MECHANICS SAID THAT THE WELDING THAT HOLDS THE STRUT TO THE FRAME/BODY CAME UNWELDED. THEY SAID THAT THEY NEVER SAY A WELDING THAT WAS DONE AT THE FACTORY COME UNWELDED LIKE THAT AND THAT IT COULDN'T BE FIXED. WHEN I CONTACTED GM THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE AND THAT THEY WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO BECAUSE I DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO BUY ANOTHER VEHICLE AND I CAN'T DRIVE THE PONTIAC. CAN YOU ASSIST US IN ANYWAY? *LA
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