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Dec 22, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 160,000 mi

SMELL OF FUEL DUMPING FROM EXHAUST. AIR FILTER CHECKS OUT. MILD SMELL JUST OUTSIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. HEADACHE PRODUCING SMELL INSIDE CAN. WASN'T THEIR A RECALL FOR PART TOLERANCES TO CORRECT THIS? ARE ALL GM DELPHI REPLACEMENT PARTS PRESENTLY SOLD ADEQUATE TO ADDRESS THIS. PREVIOUS OWNER HAD NEW U...

Dec 22, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 160,000 mi

SMELL OF FUEL DUMPING FROM EXHAUST. AIR FILTER CHECKS OUT. MILD SMELL JUST OUTSIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. HEADACHE PRODUCING SMELL INSIDE CAN. WASN'T THEIR A RECALL FOR PART TOLERANCES TO CORRECT THIS? ARE ALL GM DELPHI REPLACEMENT PARTS PRESENTLY SOLD ADEQUATE TO ADDRESS THIS. PREVIOUS OWNER HAD NEW U...

Feb 9, 2018 Electrical System

CAR WONT START

Feb 9, 2018 Engine

CAR WONT START

Feb 9, 2018 Exterior Lighting

CAR WONT START

Feb 9, 2018 Electrical System

CAR WONT START

Feb 9, 2018 Engine

CAR WONT START

Feb 9, 2018 Exterior Lighting

CAR WONT START

Mar 28, 2017 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER HOWEVER, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CAME TO REVIEW THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO DIA...

Mar 28, 2017 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER HOWEVER, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CAME TO REVIEW THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO DIA...

Jul 15, 2015 Electrical System 238,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR A YEAR AND AFTER I GOT IT THE SECURITY SYSTEM LOCKED ME DOWN SO THE CAR WILL NOT START. THE FIRST INCIDENT I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED FLASHING THEN THE CAR QUIT. I PULLED OVER AS FAST AS I COULD AND PLAYED WITH THE GEAR LEVER AND KEY AND GOT T...

Jul 15, 2015 Electrical System 238,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR A YEAR AND AFTER I GOT IT THE SECURITY SYSTEM LOCKED ME DOWN SO THE CAR WILL NOT START. THE FIRST INCIDENT I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED FLASHING THEN THE CAR QUIT. I PULLED OVER AS FAST AS I COULD AND PLAYED WITH THE GEAR LEVER AND KEY AND GOT T...

Mar 20, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BONNEVILLE THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN, LOOSES ALL POWER. IT HAS HAPPENED ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALSO JUST ON LOCAL CITY DRIVING. YOU CAN BE GOING 30 MPH OR 65 MPH. CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN (WHICH IS VERY SCARY GOING 65 MPH) AND SOMEONE ON YOUR BUMPER. LOOSES POWER STEERING SO ITS...

Mar 20, 2015 Steering 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BONNEVILLE THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN, LOOSES ALL POWER. IT HAS HAPPENED ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALSO JUST ON LOCAL CITY DRIVING. YOU CAN BE GOING 30 MPH OR 65 MPH. CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN (WHICH IS VERY SCARY GOING 65 MPH) AND SOMEONE ON YOUR BUMPER. LOOSES POWER STEERING SO ITS...

Mar 20, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BONNEVILLE THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN, LOOSES ALL POWER. IT HAS HAPPENED ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALSO JUST ON LOCAL CITY DRIVING. YOU CAN BE GOING 30 MPH OR 65 MPH. CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN (WHICH IS VERY SCARY GOING 65 MPH) AND SOMEONE ON YOUR BUMPER. LOOSES POWER STEERING SO ITS...

Mar 20, 2015 Steering 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BONNEVILLE THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN, LOOSES ALL POWER. IT HAS HAPPENED ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALSO JUST ON LOCAL CITY DRIVING. YOU CAN BE GOING 30 MPH OR 65 MPH. CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN (WHICH IS VERY SCARY GOING 65 MPH) AND SOMEONE ON YOUR BUMPER. LOOSES POWER STEERING SO ITS...

Sep 19, 2014 Air Bags 171,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ELECTRICAL SWITCH FOR THE LOCKS AND WINDOWS FAILED. THE ...

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 171,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ELECTRICAL SWITCH FOR THE LOCKS AND WINDOWS FAILED. THE ...

Sep 19, 2014 Air Bags 171,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ELECTRICAL SWITCH FOR THE LOCKS AND WINDOWS FAILED. THE ...

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 171,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ELECTRICAL SWITCH FOR THE LOCKS AND WINDOWS FAILED. THE ...

Aug 18, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MI...

Aug 18, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MI...

Aug 18, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MI...

Aug 18, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MI...

Aug 12, 2014 Electrical System

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO IGNITION SWITCH RECALL. *SMD THE CONSUMER PAID $352.14 TO HAVE TO IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. *JB

Aug 12, 2014 Electrical System

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO IGNITION SWITCH RECALL. *SMD THE CONSUMER PAID $352.14 TO HAVE TO IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. *JB

May 24, 2014 Engine 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

May 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

May 24, 2014 Electrical System 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

May 24, 2014 Engine 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

May 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

May 24, 2014 Electrical System 69,000 mi

VARIABLY THE ENGINE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING,RENDERING THE PS BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERABLE, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ME AS I AM 78 YEARS OLD.THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED THERE WAS NO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO PULL OFF,LEAVING THE CAR IN WHATEVER LANE IT STALLED IN! IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 5...

Apr 10, 2014 Electrical System 167,850 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THERE WAS A SLIGHT BUMP TO THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Apr 10, 2014 Electrical System 167,850 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THERE WAS A SLIGHT BUMP TO THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Mar 24, 2014 Engine 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2000 PONTAIC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING OVER A TWO YEAR PERIOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Mar 24, 2014 Engine 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2000 PONTAIC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING OVER A TWO YEAR PERIOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Feb 4, 2013 Steering 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Steering 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Steering 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Steering 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Feb 4, 2013 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF SHAKING IN THE FRONT END. IT GETS VERY BAD BETWEEN 50-60 MPH. I HAVE HAD ALL THE TIRES REPLACED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALIGNMENT, AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT SHOPS AND ALL 3 HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING TH...

Dec 4, 2012 Engine Fire 100,000 mi

WAS GOING TO START MY CAR I TURNED THE KEY TO THE ON POSITION AND HEARD A VERY LOUD EXPLOSION AND THE MOTOR BROKE OUT IN FLAMES. *TR

Dec 4, 2012 Engine Fire 100,000 mi

WAS GOING TO START MY CAR I TURNED THE KEY TO THE ON POSITION AND HEARD A VERY LOUD EXPLOSION AND THE MOTOR BROKE OUT IN FLAMES. *TR

Mar 26, 2012 Electrical System Fire 90,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS ALL WERE ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ANY INJURIES. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT WERE NOTIFIED, BUT A REPORT...

Mar 26, 2012 Electrical System Fire 90,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS ALL WERE ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ANY INJURIES. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT WERE NOTIFIED, BUT A REPORT...

Dec 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 195,000 mi

THIS 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 3.8L WITH APPROXIMATELY 195K MILES WAS OPERATING NORMALLY OVER THE LAST 72 HOURS. IT HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 300 MILES BETWEEN 12/16 AND 12/18 @ 12:50 PM THE DATE OF THE FIRE.THAT COLD MORNING (8 DEGREES F) IT WAS DRIVEN 10 MILES RT @ 9AM, 20 MILES RT BETWEEN 10:30...

Dec 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 195,000 mi

THIS 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 3.8L WITH APPROXIMATELY 195K MILES WAS OPERATING NORMALLY OVER THE LAST 72 HOURS. IT HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 300 MILES BETWEEN 12/16 AND 12/18 @ 12:50 PM THE DATE OF THE FIRE.THAT COLD MORNING (8 DEGREES F) IT WAS DRIVEN 10 MILES RT @ 9AM, 20 MILES RT BETWEEN 10:30...

May 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 142,000 mi

AFTER CAR WAS PARKED FOR 5 - 10 MINUTES FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TR

May 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 142,000 mi

AFTER CAR WAS PARKED FOR 5 - 10 MINUTES FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TR

Apr 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,002 mi

I SMELLED A BURNING ODOR IN MY BONNEVILLE SSEI. THE LOCAL GM DEALER, ON THE INCIDENT DATE IN THIS FORM, TOLD ME THE CAUSE WAS OIL DRIPPING ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THAT IT WAS A FIRE HAZARD. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, I FOUND AN EXISTING NHTSA ACTION NUMBER (EA07008) FOR THE EXACT PROBLEM I AM...

Apr 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,002 mi

I SMELLED A BURNING ODOR IN MY BONNEVILLE SSEI. THE LOCAL GM DEALER, ON THE INCIDENT DATE IN THIS FORM, TOLD ME THE CAUSE WAS OIL DRIPPING ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THAT IT WAS A FIRE HAZARD. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, I FOUND AN EXISTING NHTSA ACTION NUMBER (EA07008) FOR THE EXACT PROBLEM I AM...

Dec 14, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Dec 14, 2010 Electrical System Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Dec 14, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Dec 14, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Dec 14, 2010 Electrical System Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Dec 14, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 74,000 mi

FIRE IGNITED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE PARKED IN A MALL PARKING LOT ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES AFTER LEAVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY DESTROYING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.

Mar 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE W/ A 3.8 V6 3800 SERIES LL ENGINE. I HAVE NOTICED OIL COMING FROM THE INTAKE DRIPPING DOWN ONTO THE MANIFOLD. THERE IS A RECALL ON THE SUPER CHARGED 3800 SERIES LL FOR THE REGAL AND GRAND PRIX. I WOULD LIKE TO NO WHY THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS MODEL. SAME PROBLEM, JU...

Mar 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE W/ A 3.8 V6 3800 SERIES LL ENGINE. I HAVE NOTICED OIL COMING FROM THE INTAKE DRIPPING DOWN ONTO THE MANIFOLD. THERE IS A RECALL ON THE SUPER CHARGED 3800 SERIES LL FOR THE REGAL AND GRAND PRIX. I WOULD LIKE TO NO WHY THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS MODEL. SAME PROBLEM, JU...

Aug 4, 2009 Equipment

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. IN APRIL OF 2005, THE AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS REACTIVATED, IT MADE A LOUD NOISE AND HOT AIR WAS DISPENSED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTOR COULD NOT TAKE PRESSUR...

Aug 4, 2009 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. IN APRIL OF 2005, THE AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS REACTIVATED, IT MADE A LOUD NOISE AND HOT AIR WAS DISPENSED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTOR COULD NOT TAKE PRESSUR...

Aug 4, 2009 Equipment

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. IN APRIL OF 2005, THE AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS REACTIVATED, IT MADE A LOUD NOISE AND HOT AIR WAS DISPENSED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTOR COULD NOT TAKE PRESSUR...

Aug 4, 2009 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. IN APRIL OF 2005, THE AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS REACTIVATED, IT MADE A LOUD NOISE AND HOT AIR WAS DISPENSED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTOR COULD NOT TAKE PRESSUR...

Jul 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

I'VE RUN INTO A DEX-COOL PROBLEM WITH MY PONTIAC 2000. THE CAR HAS 65.000 MI AND THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET IS STARTING TO LEAK, EVENTUALLY DESTROYING THE ENGINE. WHAT KIND OF RECOURSE DO I HAVE AFTER THE DEX-COOL CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT IS CLOSED? THE POSTMARK AND ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A...

Jul 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

I'VE RUN INTO A DEX-COOL PROBLEM WITH MY PONTIAC 2000. THE CAR HAS 65.000 MI AND THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET IS STARTING TO LEAK, EVENTUALLY DESTROYING THE ENGINE. WHAT KIND OF RECOURSE DO I HAVE AFTER THE DEX-COOL CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT IS CLOSED? THE POSTMARK AND ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A...

Apr 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND AN OIL LEAK WAS DISCOVERED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT NO COMP...

Apr 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND AN OIL LEAK WAS DISCOVERED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT NO COMP...

Apr 10, 2009 Fuel System, Other 95,000 mi

I HAVE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. MY CAR HAS SHUT OFF WHILE I'M DRIVING, MAKING LOUD NOISES, SPUTTERING, ETC. IT OCCURS MAYBE EVERY FEW MONTHS. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN AND WHEN MY CAR CUTS OFF I COULD GET INTO AN ACCIDENT.ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 20...

Apr 10, 2009 Fuel System, Other 95,000 mi

I HAVE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. MY CAR HAS SHUT OFF WHILE I'M DRIVING, MAKING LOUD NOISES, SPUTTERING, ETC. IT OCCURS MAYBE EVERY FEW MONTHS. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN AND WHEN MY CAR CUTS OFF I COULD GET INTO AN ACCIDENT.ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 20...

Nov 6, 2008 Power Train 126,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING OVER A POTHOLE AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN VIBRATING UNCONTROLLABLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER AND THE ...

Nov 6, 2008 Power Train 126,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING OVER A POTHOLE AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN VIBRATING UNCONTROLLABLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER AND THE ...

Sep 19, 2008 Visibility 88,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. WHEN HE ATTEMPTS TO OPEN IT, THE WINDOW DOES NOT MOVE. THE WINDOW AUTOMATICALLY GOES DOWN WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ...

Sep 19, 2008 Visibility 88,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. WHEN HE ATTEMPTS TO OPEN IT, THE WINDOW DOES NOT MOVE. THE WINDOW AUTOMATICALLY GOES DOWN WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ...

Aug 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, OIL LEAKED ONTO THE INTAKE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07035, WHICH STATES THAT DROPS OF ENGINE OIL BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING CAUSES SMOKE THAT CAN IG...

Aug 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR MOST OF THE TIMES, MY ENGINE OIL LEAKS ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHICH CAUSES SMOKE AND A BURNED OIL SMELL. I NOTICED THAT GM HAS HAD A RECALL FOR 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL GS AND 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GTP WITH 3.8 L V6 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE (VIN1 ? RPO L67). I HAVE THE SAME EN...

Aug 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, OIL LEAKED ONTO THE INTAKE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07035, WHICH STATES THAT DROPS OF ENGINE OIL BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING CAUSES SMOKE THAT CAN IG...

Aug 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR MOST OF THE TIMES, MY ENGINE OIL LEAKS ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHICH CAUSES SMOKE AND A BURNED OIL SMELL. I NOTICED THAT GM HAS HAD A RECALL FOR 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL GS AND 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GTP WITH 3.8 L V6 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE (VIN1 ? RPO L67). I HAVE THE SAME EN...

Mar 22, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 84,000 mi

WE ARE TRYING TO FIND OUT IF ANYONE KNOWS OF PROBLEMS WITH GM PONTIAC BONNEVILLE'S PLASTIC UPPER EXHAUST MANIFOLD. WE OWN A 2000 BONNEVILLE WITH 83K MILEAGE. THE PLASTIC MANIFOLD EXPLODED WHILE TRYING TO START THE CAR. WE ARE TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH GM AT THIS TIME. WE LEARNED THAT THIS H...

Mar 22, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 84,000 mi

WE ARE TRYING TO FIND OUT IF ANYONE KNOWS OF PROBLEMS WITH GM PONTIAC BONNEVILLE'S PLASTIC UPPER EXHAUST MANIFOLD. WE OWN A 2000 BONNEVILLE WITH 83K MILEAGE. THE PLASTIC MANIFOLD EXPLODED WHILE TRYING TO START THE CAR. WE ARE TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH GM AT THIS TIME. WE LEARNED THAT THIS H...

Feb 6, 2008 Visibility 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A BUMP AT 25 MPH AND ALSO WHEN THE WINDOW WAS BEING ROLLED DOWN. THE GLASS DID NOT BREAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THE CON...

Feb 6, 2008 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A BUMP AT 25 MPH AND ALSO WHEN THE WINDOW WAS BEING ROLLED DOWN. THE GLASS DID NOT BREAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THE CON...

Feb 6, 2008 Visibility 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A BUMP AT 25 MPH AND ALSO WHEN THE WINDOW WAS BEING ROLLED DOWN. THE GLASS DID NOT BREAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THE CON...

Feb 6, 2008 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A BUMP AT 25 MPH AND ALSO WHEN THE WINDOW WAS BEING ROLLED DOWN. THE GLASS DID NOT BREAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THE CON...

Jan 24, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 143,298 mi

ENGINE FIRE OCCURRED DURING NORMAL START-UP DUE TO A FAULTY FUEL REGULATOR . FIRE DAMAGED ENGINE AND NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT . PONTIAC CLAIMED RESPONSIBILITY, AND AGREED TO RE-PURCHASE VEHICLE . THE AMOUNT OFFERED BY PONTIAC WAS CONSIDERABLY LESS THAN PURCHASE PRICE ...

Jan 24, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 143,298 mi

ENGINE FIRE OCCURRED DURING NORMAL START-UP DUE TO A FAULTY FUEL REGULATOR . FIRE DAMAGED ENGINE AND NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT . PONTIAC CLAIMED RESPONSIBILITY, AND AGREED TO RE-PURCHASE VEHICLE . THE AMOUNT OFFERED BY PONTIAC WAS CONSIDERABLY LESS THAN PURCHASE PRICE ...

Dec 20, 2007 Seat Belts 128,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL TECHNICIAN TO HAVE A CHILD SEAT INSTALLED. THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS MISSING. WHEN SHE FELT DOWN IN THE SEAT, THE CONTACT COULD NOT FEEL THE BUCKLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 128,000.

Dec 20, 2007 Seat Belts 128,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL TECHNICIAN TO HAVE A CHILD SEAT INSTALLED. THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS MISSING. WHEN SHE FELT DOWN IN THE SEAT, THE CONTACT COULD NOT FEEL THE BUCKLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 128,000.

Sep 20, 2007 Steering 134,000 mi

INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT GOING BAD MAKING THE CAR FRONT END SHIMMY BETWEEN 65-70 MPH. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIRES MAKING SURE THE TIRES WERE BALANCED TWICE. AND OF ALL THE THREADS I HAVE BEEN READING THE PROBLEM IS IN THIS SHAFT. *TR

Sep 20, 2007 Steering 134,000 mi

INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT GOING BAD MAKING THE CAR FRONT END SHIMMY BETWEEN 65-70 MPH. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIRES MAKING SURE THE TIRES WERE BALANCED TWICE. AND OF ALL THE THREADS I HAVE BEEN READING THE PROBLEM IS IN THIS SHAFT. *TR

Sep 17, 2007 Power Train 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE SAME ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE THE CAR WAS BOUGHT. THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOID VALE HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES. THERE WAS A NEW TRANSMISSION PUT BACK IN THE CAR. I STILL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. I HAVE PUT SO MANY REPAIRS TO THIS SAME PROBLEMS. NOT TO MENTION ALL SORTS OF OTHER REPAIRS. I THIN...

Sep 17, 2007 Power Train 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE SAME ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE THE CAR WAS BOUGHT. THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOID VALE HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES. THERE WAS A NEW TRANSMISSION PUT BACK IN THE CAR. I STILL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. I HAVE PUT SO MANY REPAIRS TO THIS SAME PROBLEMS. NOT TO MENTION ALL SORTS OF OTHER REPAIRS. I THIN...

Aug 21, 2007 Visibility 20,000 mi

I'VE HAD 8 FAILURES WHERE THE POWER WINDOWS FALL DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE FIRST TWO FAILURES WERE UNDER WARRANTY. SINCE THEN HE REGULATORS HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $200 TO $250 EACH. I STOPPED USING THE POWER WINDOWS YEARS AGO BUT THEY STILL KEEP BREAKING. ON THE LAST TWO OCCURRENCES I GLUED...

Aug 21, 2007 Visibility 20,000 mi

I'VE HAD 8 FAILURES WHERE THE POWER WINDOWS FALL DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE FIRST TWO FAILURES WERE UNDER WARRANTY. SINCE THEN HE REGULATORS HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $200 TO $250 EACH. I STOPPED USING THE POWER WINDOWS YEARS AGO BUT THEY STILL KEEP BREAKING. ON THE LAST TWO OCCURRENCES I GLUED...

Aug 3, 2007 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL UP AT ALL. THE WINDOW IS DOWN APPROXIMATELY AN INCH AND A HALF AND CANNOT BE ROLLED UP. THE DEALER HAS NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 109,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Aug 3, 2007 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL UP AT ALL. THE WINDOW IS DOWN APPROXIMATELY AN INCH AND A HALF AND CANNOT BE ROLLED UP. THE DEALER HAS NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 109,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

May 11, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OCCASIONALLY THE VEHICLE WOULD START IMMEDIATELY AFTER IT WAS SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY TWENTY FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF...

May 11, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OCCASIONALLY THE VEHICLE WOULD START IMMEDIATELY AFTER IT WAS SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY TWENTY FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF...

Apr 25, 2007 Visibility 52,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT POWER WINDOWS FAILED TO ROLL DOWN. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE, BUT THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DIAGNOSIS AND FAULTY PART WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 62,000, AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,000.*AK

Apr 25, 2007 Visibility 52,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT POWER WINDOWS FAILED TO ROLL DOWN. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE, BUT THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DIAGNOSIS AND FAULTY PART WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 62,000, AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,000.*AK

Apr 16, 2007 Visibility 84,990 mi

WINDOW REGULATOR FOR RIGHT REAR WINDOW FAILED SPONTANEOUSLY, CAUSING WINDOW TO DROP. THIS IS THE FIFTH REGULATOR TO FAIL IN 85000 MILES. THE REGULATORS FOR ALL FOUR WINDOWS HAVE FAILED ONCE, THE RIGHT REAR REGULATOR HAS NOW FAILED TWICE. *JB

Apr 16, 2007 Visibility 84,990 mi

WINDOW REGULATOR FOR RIGHT REAR WINDOW FAILED SPONTANEOUSLY, CAUSING WINDOW TO DROP. THIS IS THE FIFTH REGULATOR TO FAIL IN 85000 MILES. THE REGULATORS FOR ALL FOUR WINDOWS HAVE FAILED ONCE, THE RIGHT REAR REGULATOR HAS NOW FAILED TWICE. *JB

Mar 27, 2007 Electrical System 115,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT SOCKET HAS SHORTED OUT AND BURNED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE ELECTRICAL LOAD GOING TO THE HEADLIGHT IS TOO GREAT, THEREFORE OVERLOADING THE WIRES AND CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. PLASTIC SOCKET HAS MELTED ALONG WITH THE BASE OF THE HEADLAMP( PART# 9005). *JB

Mar 27, 2007 Exterior Lighting 115,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT SOCKET HAS SHORTED OUT AND BURNED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE ELECTRICAL LOAD GOING TO THE HEADLIGHT IS TOO GREAT, THEREFORE OVERLOADING THE WIRES AND CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. PLASTIC SOCKET HAS MELTED ALONG WITH THE BASE OF THE HEADLAMP( PART# 9005). *JB

Mar 27, 2007 Electrical System 115,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT SOCKET HAS SHORTED OUT AND BURNED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE ELECTRICAL LOAD GOING TO THE HEADLIGHT IS TOO GREAT, THEREFORE OVERLOADING THE WIRES AND CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. PLASTIC SOCKET HAS MELTED ALONG WITH THE BASE OF THE HEADLAMP( PART# 9005). *JB

Mar 27, 2007 Exterior Lighting 115,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT SOCKET HAS SHORTED OUT AND BURNED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE ELECTRICAL LOAD GOING TO THE HEADLIGHT IS TOO GREAT, THEREFORE OVERLOADING THE WIRES AND CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. PLASTIC SOCKET HAS MELTED ALONG WITH THE BASE OF THE HEADLAMP( PART# 9005). *JB

Mar 23, 2007 Power Train

2002 BONNEVILLE WITH 81,284 MILES WENT INTO SERVICE 2/29/00. TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 3/15/2007. ALWAYS SERVICED AT PONTIAC DEALER AND NO PRIOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. PONTIAC REFUSED ANY HELP WITH THE PROBLEM, BUT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT INDICATED THERE WAS A TECHNICAL BULLENTIN ON THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Mar 23, 2007 Power Train

2002 BONNEVILLE WITH 81,284 MILES WENT INTO SERVICE 2/29/00. TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 3/15/2007. ALWAYS SERVICED AT PONTIAC DEALER AND NO PRIOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. PONTIAC REFUSED ANY HELP WITH THE PROBLEM, BUT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT INDICATED THERE WAS A TECHNICAL BULLENTIN ON THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 12, 2007 Visibility 113,985 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THREE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILURES (DEVICE THAT RAISES AND LOWERS POWER WINDOWS). THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS NOT FAILED IS THE DRIVERS DOOR WINDOW. THE PASSENGER DOOR AND BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. LAST FAILURE DATE BELOW. *NM

Feb 12, 2007 Visibility 113,985 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THREE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILURES (DEVICE THAT RAISES AND LOWERS POWER WINDOWS). THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS NOT FAILED IS THE DRIVERS DOOR WINDOW. THE PASSENGER DOOR AND BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. LAST FAILURE DATE BELOW. *NM

Feb 12, 2007 Visibility 113,985 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THREE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILURES (DEVICE THAT RAISES AND LOWERS POWER WINDOWS). THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS NOT FAILED IS THE DRIVERS DOOR WINDOW. THE PASSENGER DOOR AND BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. LAST FAILURE DATE BELOW. *NM

Feb 12, 2007 Visibility 113,985 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THREE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILURES (DEVICE THAT RAISES AND LOWERS POWER WINDOWS). THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS NOT FAILED IS THE DRIVERS DOOR WINDOW. THE PASSENGER DOOR AND BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. LAST FAILURE DATE BELOW. *NM

Jan 27, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 1998 & A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 3.8L ENGINES. I HAVE REPLACED 2 INTAKE MANIFOLDS ON THE 98 IN 3 YRS AND 1 ON THE 2K WITH ONLY 30K MILES. EA COST $630 EVERY AUTO MECHANIC KNOWS GM PUT A BAD PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD ON THIS ENGINE AND REFUSES TO RECALL AND REPLACE THEM. *NM

Jan 27, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 1998 & A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 3.8L ENGINES. I HAVE REPLACED 2 INTAKE MANIFOLDS ON THE 98 IN 3 YRS AND 1 ON THE 2K WITH ONLY 30K MILES. EA COST $630 EVERY AUTO MECHANIC KNOWS GM PUT A BAD PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD ON THIS ENGINE AND REFUSES TO RECALL AND REPLACE THEM. *NM

Jan 16, 2007 Steering 112,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH IN HIS 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE (FAILURE MILEAGE 112000 ) SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO IN REVERSE AND HEARD A LOUD POP. SHE TRIED TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL, BUT IT WOULD NOT TURN WITH THE TIRE. THE PONTIAC DEALERSHIP STATED THAT SOMETHING HIT THE...

Jan 16, 2007 Steering 112,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH IN HIS 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE (FAILURE MILEAGE 112000 ) SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO IN REVERSE AND HEARD A LOUD POP. SHE TRIED TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL, BUT IT WOULD NOT TURN WITH THE TIRE. THE PONTIAC DEALERSHIP STATED THAT SOMETHING HIT THE...

Nov 15, 2006 Steering 130,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION, THERE WAS A HOLLOW POUNDING SOUND. ALSO, THE SOUND OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED OR TRAVELING FASTER THAN 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER WHERE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERI...

Nov 15, 2006 Steering 130,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION, THERE WAS A HOLLOW POUNDING SOUND. ALSO, THE SOUND OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED OR TRAVELING FASTER THAN 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER WHERE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERI...

Oct 18, 2006 Steering 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Electrical System 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Seats 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Structure 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Steering 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Electrical System 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Seats 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 18, 2006 Structure 105,000 mi

TRUNK AREA LEAKS AND WATER BUILDS UP IN THE SPARE TIRE STORAGE. CLANKING NOISE IN STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING EITHER DIRECTION DURING COLDER WEATHER. FRONT DRIVERS SEAT HEATER WORKED THEN QUIT FOR NO REASON, PUSH BUTTON ON & LIGHT COMES ON BUT DOESN'T STAY ON. WIPERS WHILE IN INTERMITTENT WILL ...

Oct 12, 2006 Visibility 100,000 mi

RIGHT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED IN 2003, PART COST $275. LEFT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED IN 2006, PART COST $325. PONTIAC NEEDS TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THESE CARS FOR THIS PROBLEM. *JB

Oct 12, 2006 Visibility 100,000 mi

RIGHT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED IN 2003, PART COST $275. LEFT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED IN 2006, PART COST $325. PONTIAC NEEDS TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THESE CARS FOR THIS PROBLEM. *JB

Sep 21, 2006 Steering 12,943 mi

INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND LUBRICATED TWICE IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. CONTINUES TO CLUNK WHEN TURNING THE CAR. GENERAL MOTORS WAS CONTACTED AND ADMITTED THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE STEERING AND SAID THEY ARE WORKING ON A FIX. RIGHT NOW THE FIX IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND CAN BE ...

Sep 21, 2006 Steering 12,943 mi

INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND LUBRICATED TWICE IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. CONTINUES TO CLUNK WHEN TURNING THE CAR. GENERAL MOTORS WAS CONTACTED AND ADMITTED THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE STEERING AND SAID THEY ARE WORKING ON A FIX. RIGHT NOW THE FIX IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND CAN BE ...

Sep 8, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,000 mi

DURING SUMMER, AFTER DRIVING CAR AND STOPPING FOR 10 MINUTES TO 1-1/2 HOURS, WHEN YOU RESTART THE CAR IT WILL SPIT, SPUTTER, STUMBLE, AND VIBRATE FOR 10 SECONDS OR SO BEFORE THE ENGINE WILL SMOOTH OUT AND RUN NORMALLY. *NM

Sep 8, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,000 mi

DURING SUMMER, AFTER DRIVING CAR AND STOPPING FOR 10 MINUTES TO 1-1/2 HOURS, WHEN YOU RESTART THE CAR IT WILL SPIT, SPUTTER, STUMBLE, AND VIBRATE FOR 10 SECONDS OR SO BEFORE THE ENGINE WILL SMOOTH OUT AND RUN NORMALLY. *NM

Aug 23, 2006 Steering 48,600 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO EITHER SIDE, THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHERE THE SHAFT WAS GREASED. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE PROBLEMS CONTINUED. UPDATED 9/15/2006 - THE NOISE C...

Aug 23, 2006 Steering 48,600 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO EITHER SIDE, THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHERE THE SHAFT WAS GREASED. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE PROBLEMS CONTINUED. UPDATED 9/15/2006 - THE NOISE C...

Aug 20, 2006 Equipment Fire 88,000 mi

CAR STARTED CHUGGING IN CITY DRIVING, THEN STOPPED. SINGLE HISS AND LARGE PUFF OF SMOKE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. PUSHED CAR OUT OF TRAFFIC AND GOT IT TOWED TO A GARAGE. THEY TOLD US THAT WE HAD A FIRE, CAUSED BY A/C HOSE BURST SPILLING FREON ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD, CAUSING FLASH FIRE WHICH BURNED THROUGH...

Aug 20, 2006 Equipment Fire 88,000 mi

CAR STARTED CHUGGING IN CITY DRIVING, THEN STOPPED. SINGLE HISS AND LARGE PUFF OF SMOKE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. PUSHED CAR OUT OF TRAFFIC AND GOT IT TOWED TO A GARAGE. THEY TOLD US THAT WE HAD A FIRE, CAUSED BY A/C HOSE BURST SPILLING FREON ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD, CAUSING FLASH FIRE WHICH BURNED THROUGH...

Aug 11, 2006 Visibility 6,600 mi

POWER WINDOW FAILURE ON A PONTIAC BONNEVILLE YEAR 2000 RIGHT AND LEFT WINDOW REAR WILL NOT OPERATE. *NM

Aug 11, 2006 Visibility 6,600 mi

POWER WINDOW FAILURE ON A PONTIAC BONNEVILLE YEAR 2000 RIGHT AND LEFT WINDOW REAR WILL NOT OPERATE. *NM

Aug 3, 2006 Visibility 60,000 mi

PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. TWO MONTHS LATER, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FAILED. COSTS OF OVER $400 & OVER $500. BETWEEN THESE DATES THE TRANSMISSION WENT WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. COST TO REPAIR WAS $2400. CALLED PONTIAC ON IT. THEY HAD THE DEALER SEND A $400 "GOOD FAITH" CHECK. NO MORE GENERAL MALFU...

Aug 3, 2006 Visibility 60,000 mi

PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. TWO MONTHS LATER, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FAILED. COSTS OF OVER $400 & OVER $500. BETWEEN THESE DATES THE TRANSMISSION WENT WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. COST TO REPAIR WAS $2400. CALLED PONTIAC ON IT. THEY HAD THE DEALER SEND A $400 "GOOD FAITH" CHECK. NO MORE GENERAL MALFU...

Jul 27, 2006 Visibility 12,000 mi

2 REGULATORS FOR TWO DIFFERENT WINDOWS WERE REPLACED WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YEARS WHICH WAS COVERED BY THE GM WARRANTY. THE THIRD WINDOW REGULATOR WAS REPLACED AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT THE COST OF $350. NOW THE FOURTH REGULATOR ON THE LAST WINDOW IS BROKEN AND THE DEALER WANTS OVER $400 TO FIX. *...

Jul 27, 2006 Visibility 12,000 mi

2 REGULATORS FOR TWO DIFFERENT WINDOWS WERE REPLACED WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YEARS WHICH WAS COVERED BY THE GM WARRANTY. THE THIRD WINDOW REGULATOR WAS REPLACED AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT THE COST OF $350. NOW THE FOURTH REGULATOR ON THE LAST WINDOW IS BROKEN AND THE DEALER WANTS OVER $400 TO FIX. *...

Jul 25, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

2000 BONNEVILLE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PRESSED GOES TO THE FLOOR AFTER THE GEAR HAS BEEN PLACED IN REVERSE. *TS THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE PROBLEM HE EXPERIENCED WAS RELATED TO RECALL 00V114000, HOWEVER THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. *JB

Jul 25, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

2000 BONNEVILLE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PRESSED GOES TO THE FLOOR AFTER THE GEAR HAS BEEN PLACED IN REVERSE. *TS THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE PROBLEM HE EXPERIENCED WAS RELATED TO RECALL 00V114000, HOWEVER THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. *JB

Jul 10, 2006 Electrical System 49,000 mi

ON JUNE 17, 2006 THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW ON MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE DROPPED AND WOULD NOT GO BACK UP UNLESS PULLED UP BY HAND. EVEN THEN IT DOES NOT STAY UP WHEN IT RAINS, THE WETNESS SEEMS TO MAKE IT SLIP. JUST PURCHASED FROM BASIL RESALE IN FEB. 2006 WITH 45,000 MILES. TOOK IT BACK TO T...

Jul 10, 2006 Electrical System 49,000 mi

ON JUNE 17, 2006 THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW ON MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE DROPPED AND WOULD NOT GO BACK UP UNLESS PULLED UP BY HAND. EVEN THEN IT DOES NOT STAY UP WHEN IT RAINS, THE WETNESS SEEMS TO MAKE IT SLIP. JUST PURCHASED FROM BASIL RESALE IN FEB. 2006 WITH 45,000 MILES. TOOK IT BACK TO T...

Apr 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,454 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE WITH 56000 MILES. COOLANT LEAK DUE TO DEFECTIVE PLENUM, PONTIAC HAD REPLACED THROTTLE BODY NUTS 3 EACH P/N 011517293, 4 EACH COOLING S, P/N012378254 AND 58 EACH COOLING E, P/N012377963, AT DEALERSHIP 10/27/03 WITH 35499 MILES ON CAR UNDER CUSTOMER SATISFACTION RECALL, NO...

Apr 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,454 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE WITH 56000 MILES. COOLANT LEAK DUE TO DEFECTIVE PLENUM, PONTIAC HAD REPLACED THROTTLE BODY NUTS 3 EACH P/N 011517293, 4 EACH COOLING S, P/N012378254 AND 58 EACH COOLING E, P/N012377963, AT DEALERSHIP 10/27/03 WITH 35499 MILES ON CAR UNDER CUSTOMER SATISFACTION RECALL, NO...

Mar 6, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,388 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A HESITATION, AN ODOR OF FUEL, AND A CLICKING NOISE UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE GOT HARDER TO START, UNTIL THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER START IN OCTOBER 2005. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY A MECHANIC FOR...

Mar 6, 2006 Steering 87,388 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A HESITATION, AN ODOR OF FUEL, AND A CLICKING NOISE UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE GOT HARDER TO START, UNTIL THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER START IN OCTOBER 2005. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY A MECHANIC FOR...

Mar 6, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,388 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A HESITATION, AN ODOR OF FUEL, AND A CLICKING NOISE UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE GOT HARDER TO START, UNTIL THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER START IN OCTOBER 2005. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY A MECHANIC FOR...

Mar 6, 2006 Steering 87,388 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A HESITATION, AN ODOR OF FUEL, AND A CLICKING NOISE UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE GOT HARDER TO START, UNTIL THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER START IN OCTOBER 2005. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BY A MECHANIC FOR...

Mar 2, 2006 Visibility

3 OUT OF 4 WINDOWS HAVE SLID DOWN WHILE DRIVING THE CAR ON THE ROAD. *JB

Mar 2, 2006 Visibility

3 OUT OF 4 WINDOWS HAVE SLID DOWN WHILE DRIVING THE CAR ON THE ROAD. *JB

Feb 22, 2006 Visibility 58,000 mi

BOTH REAR WINDOWS HAVE FALLEN TO THEIR STOPS. THEY ARE CURRENTLY BEING HELD SHUT WITH CLEAR PACKAGING TAPE. BOTH WINDOWS FAILED WITHIN 2 MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. THE SECOND WINDOW FAILED ON CHRISTMAS EVE NIGHT 2005 WHEN MY SON JUST SHUT THE DOOR. GM WANTS APPROXIMATELY $1000 TO FIX BOTH. THE SAD PART I...

Feb 22, 2006 Visibility 58,000 mi

BOTH REAR WINDOWS HAVE FALLEN TO THEIR STOPS. THEY ARE CURRENTLY BEING HELD SHUT WITH CLEAR PACKAGING TAPE. BOTH WINDOWS FAILED WITHIN 2 MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. THE SECOND WINDOW FAILED ON CHRISTMAS EVE NIGHT 2005 WHEN MY SON JUST SHUT THE DOOR. GM WANTS APPROXIMATELY $1000 TO FIX BOTH. THE SAD PART I...

Jan 15, 2006 Visibility 100,000 mi

JULY OF 2005 LEFT FRONT WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. REPLACED WINDOW REGULATOR. NOVEMBER 2005 LEFT WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. DECEMBER 2005 RIGHT WINDOW FELL DOWN WHILE DRIVING BECAUSE REGULATOR FAILURE. CAR HAS AIR CONDITIONING AND WINDOWS ARE NOT USED MUCH. REAR WINDOW SWITCHES ARE LOCKED OUT FROM DRIVE...

Jan 15, 2006 Visibility 100,000 mi

JULY OF 2005 LEFT FRONT WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. REPLACED WINDOW REGULATOR. NOVEMBER 2005 LEFT WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. DECEMBER 2005 RIGHT WINDOW FELL DOWN WHILE DRIVING BECAUSE REGULATOR FAILURE. CAR HAS AIR CONDITIONING AND WINDOWS ARE NOT USED MUCH. REAR WINDOW SWITCHES ARE LOCKED OUT FROM DRIVE...

Jan 10, 2006 Visibility 37,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED BOTH REAR WINDOWS ELECTRICAL CONTROLS WENT BAD AS OF JULY 2002. THIS CAUSED THE WINDOW TO FALL DOWN. THE WINDOWS ARE CURRENTLY BOLTED SHUT. *AK REPORTED INCIDENT TO PONTIAC DEALERS AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 10, 2006 Visibility 37,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED BOTH REAR WINDOWS ELECTRICAL CONTROLS WENT BAD AS OF JULY 2002. THIS CAUSED THE WINDOW TO FALL DOWN. THE WINDOWS ARE CURRENTLY BOLTED SHUT. *AK REPORTED INCIDENT TO PONTIAC DEALERS AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

DT: THE CONTACT STATED HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT SERVICED ON FEBRUARY 14, 2003. AT THAT TIME THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FLUSHED THE MOTOR. ON OCTOBER 7, 2004 THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED. THEY FOUND ANTI-FREEZE...

Dec 28, 2005 Visibility

DT: THE CONTACT STATED HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT SERVICED ON FEBRUARY 14, 2003. AT THAT TIME THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FLUSHED THE MOTOR. ON OCTOBER 7, 2004 THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED. THEY FOUND ANTI-FREEZE...

Dec 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

DT: THE CONTACT STATED HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT SERVICED ON FEBRUARY 14, 2003. AT THAT TIME THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FLUSHED THE MOTOR. ON OCTOBER 7, 2004 THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED. THEY FOUND ANTI-FREEZE...

Dec 28, 2005 Visibility

DT: THE CONTACT STATED HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT SERVICED ON FEBRUARY 14, 2003. AT THAT TIME THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FLUSHED THE MOTOR. ON OCTOBER 7, 2004 THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED. THEY FOUND ANTI-FREEZE...

Oct 21, 2005 Visibility 60,000 mi

THREE OF THE FOUR WINDOWS ARE NOT WORKING. THE CABLE ASSEMBLY FOR THE WINDOWS DOES NOT WORK. IT IS POORLY DESIGNED, MADE OF PLASTIC AND IS NOT ABLE TO WITHSTAND MUCH USE. THE PLASTIC SPOOL IS NOT ABLE TO WIND THE CABLE THAT PULLS THE WINDOWS UP OR DOWN. TWO OF THE THREE WINDOW ARE THE BACK WINDOW...

Oct 21, 2005 Visibility 60,000 mi

THREE OF THE FOUR WINDOWS ARE NOT WORKING. THE CABLE ASSEMBLY FOR THE WINDOWS DOES NOT WORK. IT IS POORLY DESIGNED, MADE OF PLASTIC AND IS NOT ABLE TO WITHSTAND MUCH USE. THE PLASTIC SPOOL IS NOT ABLE TO WIND THE CABLE THAT PULLS THE WINDOWS UP OR DOWN. TWO OF THE THREE WINDOW ARE THE BACK WINDOW...

Oct 7, 2005 Visibility

THERE WERE NO EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS FAILURE. BOTH REAR WINDOWS JUST SUDDENLY QUIT WORKING. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE PONTIAC DEALERSHIP AND, OF COURSE, THEY REPAIRED THEM. $300.00 PER WINDOW. SOUNDS A LITTLE MUCH. I'VE NOTICED SEVERAL OTHER VEHICLES, SAME YEAR, SAME MODEL HAVE HAD SAME PROBLEM....

Oct 7, 2005 Visibility

THERE WERE NO EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS FAILURE. BOTH REAR WINDOWS JUST SUDDENLY QUIT WORKING. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE PONTIAC DEALERSHIP AND, OF COURSE, THEY REPAIRED THEM. $300.00 PER WINDOW. SOUNDS A LITTLE MUCH. I'VE NOTICED SEVERAL OTHER VEHICLES, SAME YEAR, SAME MODEL HAVE HAD SAME PROBLEM....

Sep 29, 2005 Steering

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNIVILLE AND WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE LEFT THERE IS A CLUNKING OR GRINDING NOISE. THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED LEFT. *JB

Sep 29, 2005 Steering

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNIVILLE AND WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE LEFT THERE IS A CLUNKING OR GRINDING NOISE. THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED LEFT. *JB

Sep 14, 2005 Visibility 63,000 mi

THERE ARE NO EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURES. THREE WINDOWS IN THIS VEHICLE ARE INOPERABLE BECAUSE THE MOTOR QUIT. INITIALLY, THE WINDOW WILL EITHER NOT GO UP OR DOWN AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WILL WORK. ONE WINDOW HAS HAD THE WIRING CLIPPED BECAUSE I COULDN'T AFFORD THE PART. THE OTHER 2 WE...

Sep 14, 2005 Visibility 63,000 mi

THERE ARE NO EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURES. THREE WINDOWS IN THIS VEHICLE ARE INOPERABLE BECAUSE THE MOTOR QUIT. INITIALLY, THE WINDOW WILL EITHER NOT GO UP OR DOWN AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WILL WORK. ONE WINDOW HAS HAD THE WIRING CLIPPED BECAUSE I COULDN'T AFFORD THE PART. THE OTHER 2 WE...

Sep 8, 2005 Visibility 17,000 mi

I PURCHASED A GM CERTIFIED 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE IN MAY 2002. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 WINDOW REGULATORS IN THE VEHICLE, ONE FOR THE DRIVERS DOOR AND ONE EACH FOR THE BACK DOORS. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE EXCESSIVE FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD & HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON I...

Sep 8, 2005 Equipment 17,000 mi

I PURCHASED A GM CERTIFIED 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE IN MAY 2002. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 WINDOW REGULATORS IN THE VEHICLE, ONE FOR THE DRIVERS DOOR AND ONE EACH FOR THE BACK DOORS. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE EXCESSIVE FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD & HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON I...

Sep 8, 2005 Visibility 17,000 mi

I PURCHASED A GM CERTIFIED 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE IN MAY 2002. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 WINDOW REGULATORS IN THE VEHICLE, ONE FOR THE DRIVERS DOOR AND ONE EACH FOR THE BACK DOORS. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE EXCESSIVE FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD & HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON I...

Sep 8, 2005 Equipment 17,000 mi

I PURCHASED A GM CERTIFIED 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE IN MAY 2002. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 WINDOW REGULATORS IN THE VEHICLE, ONE FOR THE DRIVERS DOOR AND ONE EACH FOR THE BACK DOORS. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE EXCESSIVE FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD & HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON I...

Aug 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 103,228 mi

YOU CANNOT OPEN EITHER A DOOR OR WINDOW IF THE BATTERY IS DEAD. THIS HAPPENED TO US TODAY, AND MY WIFE WAS TRAPPED IN A HOT CAR UNTIL WE COULD JUMP THE CAR AND OPEN THE DOOR. SHE CALLED THE GM DEALER, BRAD FENTON MOTORS IN ARDMORE, OK AND WAS TOLD THAT THE "OWNERS MANUAL" TOLD YOU WHAT TO DO IF TH...

Aug 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 103,228 mi

YOU CANNOT OPEN EITHER A DOOR OR WINDOW IF THE BATTERY IS DEAD. THIS HAPPENED TO US TODAY, AND MY WIFE WAS TRAPPED IN A HOT CAR UNTIL WE COULD JUMP THE CAR AND OPEN THE DOOR. SHE CALLED THE GM DEALER, BRAD FENTON MOTORS IN ARDMORE, OK AND WAS TOLD THAT THE "OWNERS MANUAL" TOLD YOU WHAT TO DO IF TH...

Aug 23, 2005 Visibility 87,200 mi

DT: THE REAR WINDOWS ASSEMBLY WILL NOT ROLL UP/DOWN, THE WINDOW WILL FALL. THE CABLE BROKE INSIDE THE WINDOW. CANNOT JUST BUY THE CABLE, MUST BUY THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY KIT. THIS IS THE SECOND BONNEVILLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. . THIS HAPPENED ON AUGUST 19, 2005. CONTACTED PONTIAC BY E-MAIL, BUT HAD N...

Aug 23, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,330 mi

ALLOW ME TO STATE MY CASE. I PURCHASED A HIGHLY TOUTED 2000 BONNEVILLE [XXX]. THIS CAR WAS A GM MASTER ASE CERTIFIED MECHANICS INSPECTED VEHICLE. IT WAS ADVERTISED AS "GM QUALITY CERTIFIED TROUBLE FREE", "NO WORRY VEHICLE". I DROVE 400 MILES TO PICK IT UP AND WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO A LONG PLEASA...

Aug 23, 2005 Visibility 87,200 mi

DT: THE REAR WINDOWS ASSEMBLY WILL NOT ROLL UP/DOWN, THE WINDOW WILL FALL. THE CABLE BROKE INSIDE THE WINDOW. CANNOT JUST BUY THE CABLE, MUST BUY THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY KIT. THIS IS THE SECOND BONNEVILLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. . THIS HAPPENED ON AUGUST 19, 2005. CONTACTED PONTIAC BY E-MAIL, BUT HAD N...

Aug 23, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,330 mi

ALLOW ME TO STATE MY CASE. I PURCHASED A HIGHLY TOUTED 2000 BONNEVILLE [XXX]. THIS CAR WAS A GM MASTER ASE CERTIFIED MECHANICS INSPECTED VEHICLE. IT WAS ADVERTISED AS "GM QUALITY CERTIFIED TROUBLE FREE", "NO WORRY VEHICLE". I DROVE 400 MILES TO PICK IT UP AND WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO A LONG PLEASA...

Aug 1, 2005 Visibility 60,000 mi

WITHIN A MONTHS TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH REAR WINDOW REGULATOR ASSEMBLIES IN MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FIRST WINDOW WENT DOWN ON ITS OWN AND WOULD NOT GO BACK UP. LESS THAN A MONTH LATER, THE OTHER WINDOW DID THE SAME. I TOOK THE CAR TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS TO H...

Aug 1, 2005 Visibility 60,000 mi

WITHIN A MONTHS TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH REAR WINDOW REGULATOR ASSEMBLIES IN MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. THE FIRST WINDOW WENT DOWN ON ITS OWN AND WOULD NOT GO BACK UP. LESS THAN A MONTH LATER, THE OTHER WINDOW DID THE SAME. I TOOK THE CAR TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS TO H...

Jul 31, 2005 Visibility 79,452 mi

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. TWICE IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS BOTH REAR WINDOW WINDING MECHANISMS HAVE FAILED WITHIN A PERIOD OF TWO WEEKS. ONCE COULD BE COINCIDENCE, BUT TWICE: IS VERY SUSPICIOUS. *JB

Jul 31, 2005 Electrical System 79,500 mi

MY CAR RECENTLY FAILED TO START. AFTER A JUMP START FROM AAA I MANAGED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. THE CAR AGAIN FAILED TO START. I DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A BAD BATTERY AND AFTER LOCATING THE BATTERY UNDER THE REAR SEAT I WAS HORRIFIED TO FIND THAT THERE WAS ALREADY CORROSION UNDER AND AROUND THE B...

Jul 31, 2005 Visibility 79,452 mi

I HAVE A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. TWICE IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS BOTH REAR WINDOW WINDING MECHANISMS HAVE FAILED WITHIN A PERIOD OF TWO WEEKS. ONCE COULD BE COINCIDENCE, BUT TWICE: IS VERY SUSPICIOUS. *JB

Jul 31, 2005 Electrical System 79,500 mi

MY CAR RECENTLY FAILED TO START. AFTER A JUMP START FROM AAA I MANAGED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. THE CAR AGAIN FAILED TO START. I DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A BAD BATTERY AND AFTER LOCATING THE BATTERY UNDER THE REAR SEAT I WAS HORRIFIED TO FIND THAT THERE WAS ALREADY CORROSION UNDER AND AROUND THE B...

Jul 15, 2005 Structure 11,300 mi

DT WATER LEAKING FROM THE FRONT NOT SURE WHERE IT IS COMING FROM, FLOOR MATS ON PASSENGER IS WET RUNNING BACK TO THE BATTERY CHAMBER. HAVE NOT CONTACTED DEALER. JUST NOTICED THIS JULY 4TH, 2005. IT DOES THIS WHEN THERE ARE HEAVY RAINS. *AK

Jul 15, 2005 Structure 11,300 mi

DT WATER LEAKING FROM THE FRONT NOT SURE WHERE IT IS COMING FROM, FLOOR MATS ON PASSENGER IS WET RUNNING BACK TO THE BATTERY CHAMBER. HAVE NOT CONTACTED DEALER. JUST NOTICED THIS JULY 4TH, 2005. IT DOES THIS WHEN THERE ARE HEAVY RAINS. *AK

Jul 9, 2005 Tires

I BOUGHT NEW A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WHICH CAME EQUIPED WITH FIRESTONE AFFINITY TIRES. ON INCIDENT DATE WHILE DRIVING AT THE POSTED LIMITED SPEED ALL MY TIRE THREADS ON THE REAR TIRE DRIVERS SIDE SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. FORTUNATELY, THE TIRE TREADS WHICH CAME OFF IN ONE PIECE DID NOT HIT T...

Jul 9, 2005 Tires

I BOUGHT NEW A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WHICH CAME EQUIPED WITH FIRESTONE AFFINITY TIRES. ON INCIDENT DATE WHILE DRIVING AT THE POSTED LIMITED SPEED ALL MY TIRE THREADS ON THE REAR TIRE DRIVERS SIDE SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. FORTUNATELY, THE TIRE TREADS WHICH CAME OFF IN ONE PIECE DID NOT HIT T...

May 13, 2005 Visibility 27,984 mi

RIGHT REAR WINDOW DROPPED WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. DEALER (COCHRAN PONTIAC) SAID THAT THE ONLY WAY TO REPAIR WAS TO REPLACE COMPLETE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY AT A COST OF $478.95. THE VEHICLE HAS 28,000 MILES ON IT AND THE RIGHT REAR WINDOW HAS BEEN OPENED APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES IN THE FIVE YEARS THAT I H...

May 13, 2005 Visibility 27,984 mi

RIGHT REAR WINDOW DROPPED WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. DEALER (COCHRAN PONTIAC) SAID THAT THE ONLY WAY TO REPAIR WAS TO REPLACE COMPLETE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY AT A COST OF $478.95. THE VEHICLE HAS 28,000 MILES ON IT AND THE RIGHT REAR WINDOW HAS BEEN OPENED APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES IN THE FIVE YEARS THAT I H...

May 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Air 56,850 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. DEALER INSTALLED A NEW BRAKE MODULE BECAUSE OF CORROSION AND A NEW CONNECTOR BECAUSE OF CORROSION. THIS IS THE SAME COMPLAINT THAT HAS COME OUT WITH THE GM SUVS AND TRUCKS. IT COULD BE THE SAME FOR THE BONNEVILLES. PART NUMBERS FOR BRAKE MODULE 12226953 $4...

May 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Air 56,850 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. DEALER INSTALLED A NEW BRAKE MODULE BECAUSE OF CORROSION AND A NEW CONNECTOR BECAUSE OF CORROSION. THIS IS THE SAME COMPLAINT THAT HAS COME OUT WITH THE GM SUVS AND TRUCKS. IT COULD BE THE SAME FOR THE BONNEVILLES. PART NUMBERS FOR BRAKE MODULE 12226953 $4...

Apr 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 60,000 mi

CONSUMER PARKED HIS VEHICLE IN THE GARAGE, APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 15 MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. HALF OF CONSUMER'S HOME WAS DESTROYED. THE NEXT DOOR NEIGHBOR ALERTED THE CONSUMER THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE GARAGE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. NO INJURIES...

Apr 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 60,000 mi

CONSUMER PARKED HIS VEHICLE IN THE GARAGE, APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 15 MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. HALF OF CONSUMER'S HOME WAS DESTROYED. THE NEXT DOOR NEIGHBOR ALERTED THE CONSUMER THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE GARAGE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. NO INJURIES...

Mar 14, 2005 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN STEERING(INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT). *AK

Mar 14, 2005 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN STEERING(INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT). *AK

Mar 14, 2005 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN STEERING(INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT). *AK

Mar 14, 2005 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN STEERING(INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT). *AK

Feb 9, 2005 Visibility

2000 BONNEVILLE-10/03 HAD TO REPLACE LEFT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR. 2/04 HAD TO REPLACE RIGHT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR. BOTH AT APPROX. $400. PONTIAC DIVISION OF GM REFUSES TO ADMIT THEY HAVE PROBLEMS W/ REGULATORS FOR BONNEVILLE, GRAND PRIX'S, AND PARTICULARLY GRAND AMS. IF YOU KNOW ANYBODY THAT HAS ONE ...

Feb 9, 2005 Visibility

2000 BONNEVILLE-10/03 HAD TO REPLACE LEFT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR. 2/04 HAD TO REPLACE RIGHT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR. BOTH AT APPROX. $400. PONTIAC DIVISION OF GM REFUSES TO ADMIT THEY HAVE PROBLEMS W/ REGULATORS FOR BONNEVILLE, GRAND PRIX'S, AND PARTICULARLY GRAND AMS. IF YOU KNOW ANYBODY THAT HAS ONE ...

Jan 24, 2005 Power Train

OWNER OF 200 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION, REQUESTING A DEFECT AND RECENT RECALL INVESTIGATION. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE FRONT AND REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS WERE BROKEN AND THE LEFT TIE ROD WAS SEVERELY WORN. *JB

Jan 24, 2005 Steering

OWNER OF 200 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION, REQUESTING A DEFECT AND RECENT RECALL INVESTIGATION. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE FRONT AND REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS WERE BROKEN AND THE LEFT TIE ROD WAS SEVERELY WORN. *JB

Jan 24, 2005 Power Train

OWNER OF 200 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION, REQUESTING A DEFECT AND RECENT RECALL INVESTIGATION. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE FRONT AND REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS WERE BROKEN AND THE LEFT TIE ROD WAS SEVERELY WORN. *JB

Jan 24, 2005 Steering

OWNER OF 200 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION, REQUESTING A DEFECT AND RECENT RECALL INVESTIGATION. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE FRONT AND REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS WERE BROKEN AND THE LEFT TIE ROD WAS SEVERELY WORN. *JB

Jan 14, 2005 Steering

THE CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN TURNING, STOPPING AND APPLYING THE BRAKE. *NM *SC *JB

Jan 14, 2005 Steering

THE CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN TURNING, STOPPING AND APPLYING THE BRAKE. *NM *SC *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AFTER BEING HIT IN THE REAR. *NM THE DAY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS HIT THE POWER WINDOWS AND LOCK FAILED WITH EXCEPTION OF THE DRIVER'S DOOR. THE FOG LIGHTS WOULD GO ON AND OFF AND THE CONSUMER GOT ELECTRICAL SHOCKS FROM THE FLOOR AND SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AFTER BEING HIT IN THE REAR. *NM THE DAY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS HIT THE POWER WINDOWS AND LOCK FAILED WITH EXCEPTION OF THE DRIVER'S DOOR. THE FOG LIGHTS WOULD GO ON AND OFF AND THE CONSUMER GOT ELECTRICAL SHOCKS FROM THE FLOOR AND SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Dec 15, 2004 Steering 49,100 mi

EQUIPMENT FAILURE OF STEERING PART CALLED INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT.*AK

Dec 15, 2004 Steering 49,100 mi

EQUIPMENT FAILURE OF STEERING PART CALLED INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT.*AK

Dec 3, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

FRONT/REAR WINDOWS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY FALL DOWN INTO THE WINDOW TRACKS. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DID NOT ROLL DOWN NOR UP AND THE PASSENGER BACK SEAT WINDOWS DID NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. *SC

Dec 3, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

FRONT/REAR WINDOWS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY FALL DOWN INTO THE WINDOW TRACKS. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DID NOT ROLL DOWN NOR UP AND THE PASSENGER BACK SEAT WINDOWS DID NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. *SC

Dec 1, 2004 Seats

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. RIVER AND PESSENGER HEAD RESTRAINTS ARE TOO FAR BACK OF NECK. HEAD TRAVELS BACK BOUT 6 INCHES BEFORE MAKING CONTACT WITH RESTRAINT. HAD A SLIGHT REAR END MISHAP AND SUFFERED SOME WHIPLASH. OTHER MODEL CARS HAVE RESTRAITS THAT ARE MUCH CLOSER TO YOUR HEAD. THERE ARE NO AD...

Dec 1, 2004 Visibility

PASSENGER WINDOW BACK LEFT. WINDOW CAME DOWN WHILE DRIVING. COULD NOT PUT WINDOW BACK UP USING THE POWER BUTTON. HAD TO PUT IT UP USING BOTH HANDS--ONE ON OUTSIDE OF WINDOW--ONE ON INSIDE OF WINDOW. WINDOW WAS REPAIRED BY LOCAL MECHANIC. HE STATED THAT THE REGULATOR WAS BAD AND THIS HAD TO BE R...

Dec 1, 2004 Seats

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. RIVER AND PESSENGER HEAD RESTRAINTS ARE TOO FAR BACK OF NECK. HEAD TRAVELS BACK BOUT 6 INCHES BEFORE MAKING CONTACT WITH RESTRAINT. HAD A SLIGHT REAR END MISHAP AND SUFFERED SOME WHIPLASH. OTHER MODEL CARS HAVE RESTRAITS THAT ARE MUCH CLOSER TO YOUR HEAD. THERE ARE NO AD...

Dec 1, 2004 Visibility

PASSENGER WINDOW BACK LEFT. WINDOW CAME DOWN WHILE DRIVING. COULD NOT PUT WINDOW BACK UP USING THE POWER BUTTON. HAD TO PUT IT UP USING BOTH HANDS--ONE ON OUTSIDE OF WINDOW--ONE ON INSIDE OF WINDOW. WINDOW WAS REPAIRED BY LOCAL MECHANIC. HE STATED THAT THE REGULATOR WAS BAD AND THIS HAD TO BE R...

Nov 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,001 mi

ONE NUT AND BOLT ON EACH SIDE OF INNER PANEL UNDER THE HOOD IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT WERE LOOSE. I TIGHTENED ABOUT 4 TO 5 TURNS ON NUT (USED 18MM OPEN END WRENCH). AFTER THIS TOOK IT TO DEALER-SHIP TO KNOW WHAT THIS TWO BOLT DOES ? DEALER-SHIP TECHNICIAN SAID THOSE ARE THE BOLTS FOR FRONT MOTOR MOUNT A...

Nov 23, 2004 Visibility 51,907 mi

I HAVE 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. LEFT REAR WINDOW WAS NOT MOVING UP. DEALERSHIP HAD CHANGED WINDOW REGULATOR. IT COST ME ABOUT $406.47. LOTS OF CONSUMER OF THIS VEHICLE HAVE SAME PROBLEM.*AK

Nov 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,001 mi

ONE NUT AND BOLT ON EACH SIDE OF INNER PANEL UNDER THE HOOD IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT WERE LOOSE. I TIGHTENED ABOUT 4 TO 5 TURNS ON NUT (USED 18MM OPEN END WRENCH). AFTER THIS TOOK IT TO DEALER-SHIP TO KNOW WHAT THIS TWO BOLT DOES ? DEALER-SHIP TECHNICIAN SAID THOSE ARE THE BOLTS FOR FRONT MOTOR MOUNT A...

Nov 23, 2004 Visibility 51,907 mi

I HAVE 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. LEFT REAR WINDOW WAS NOT MOVING UP. DEALERSHIP HAD CHANGED WINDOW REGULATOR. IT COST ME ABOUT $406.47. LOTS OF CONSUMER OF THIS VEHICLE HAVE SAME PROBLEM.*AK

Nov 22, 2004 Visibility 32,746 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 32,000 MILES. THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR WINDOW DROPPED OUT OF TRACK WHILE DRIVING. I DO NOT USE THE REAR WINDOWS AND IT WAS IN THE UP POSITION AND NOT IN USE. SO FAR I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A BODY SHOP AND HAD THEM PROP THE WINDOW UP TEMPORARILY. THEY ADVISED ME TO GET IT ...

Nov 22, 2004 Structure 32,746 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 32,000 MILES. THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR WINDOW DROPPED OUT OF TRACK WHILE DRIVING. I DO NOT USE THE REAR WINDOWS AND IT WAS IN THE UP POSITION AND NOT IN USE. SO FAR I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A BODY SHOP AND HAD THEM PROP THE WINDOW UP TEMPORARILY. THEY ADVISED ME TO GET IT ...

Nov 22, 2004 Visibility 32,746 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 32,000 MILES. THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR WINDOW DROPPED OUT OF TRACK WHILE DRIVING. I DO NOT USE THE REAR WINDOWS AND IT WAS IN THE UP POSITION AND NOT IN USE. SO FAR I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A BODY SHOP AND HAD THEM PROP THE WINDOW UP TEMPORARILY. THEY ADVISED ME TO GET IT ...

Nov 22, 2004 Structure 32,746 mi

2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WITH 32,000 MILES. THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR WINDOW DROPPED OUT OF TRACK WHILE DRIVING. I DO NOT USE THE REAR WINDOWS AND IT WAS IN THE UP POSITION AND NOT IN USE. SO FAR I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A BODY SHOP AND HAD THEM PROP THE WINDOW UP TEMPORARILY. THEY ADVISED ME TO GET IT ...

Nov 16, 2004 Steering 24,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 BONNEVILE WHICH I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH POPPING IN THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES WITH THIS COMPLAINT AND ALL THEY EVER DO IS PUT LUBRICATION IN THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE MECHANIC WHERE I GET MY OIL CHANGED SAYS THAT THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT I...

Nov 16, 2004 Steering 24,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 BONNEVILE WHICH I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH POPPING IN THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES WITH THIS COMPLAINT AND ALL THEY EVER DO IS PUT LUBRICATION IN THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE MECHANIC WHERE I GET MY OIL CHANGED SAYS THAT THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT I...

Nov 16, 2004 Steering 24,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 BONNEVILE WHICH I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH POPPING IN THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES WITH THIS COMPLAINT AND ALL THEY EVER DO IS PUT LUBRICATION IN THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE MECHANIC WHERE I GET MY OIL CHANGED SAYS THAT THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT I...

Nov 16, 2004 Steering 24,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 BONNEVILE WHICH I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH POPPING IN THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES WITH THIS COMPLAINT AND ALL THEY EVER DO IS PUT LUBRICATION IN THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE MECHANIC WHERE I GET MY OIL CHANGED SAYS THAT THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT I...

Nov 8, 2004 Visibility

THE VEHICLE'S POWER WINDOW REGULATORS FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO BE REIMBURSED. *TC

Nov 8, 2004 Visibility

THE VEHICLE'S POWER WINDOW REGULATORS FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO BE REIMBURSED. *TC

Nov 1, 2004 Visibility 52,200 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFECT, BOTH REAR WINDOWS DROPPED A FEW INCHES WHILE TRAVELING. THEY WOULD NOT MOVE BACK UP. *BF THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THAT THEREGULATORS NEEDE DTO BE REPLACED. THE CONSUMER PAID $408.92 FOR THEFIRST WINDOW AND $424.69 FOR THE SECOND. *NM

Nov 1, 2004 Visibility 52,200 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFECT, BOTH REAR WINDOWS DROPPED A FEW INCHES WHILE TRAVELING. THEY WOULD NOT MOVE BACK UP. *BF THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THAT THEREGULATORS NEEDE DTO BE REPLACED. THE CONSUMER PAID $408.92 FOR THEFIRST WINDOW AND $424.69 FOR THE SECOND. *NM

Oct 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD HAD CRACKS. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB

Oct 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD HAD CRACKS. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB

Oct 27, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,500 mi

2000 BONNEVILLE .CAR BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD FLASH .4 FUEL INJECTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BETWEEN 8/20/04-10/25/04 AT A COST OF 722.00 DOLLARS. THIS CAR HAS ONLY 48,000 MILES ON IT. *AK

Oct 27, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,500 mi

2000 BONNEVILLE .CAR BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD FLASH .4 FUEL INJECTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BETWEEN 8/20/04-10/25/04 AT A COST OF 722.00 DOLLARS. THIS CAR HAS ONLY 48,000 MILES ON IT. *AK

Oct 15, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING,THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE ABS BRAKE, AND THE TRACK OFF LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKES PADS,AND ROTOR. THE D...

Oct 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING,THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE ABS BRAKE, AND THE TRACK OFF LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKES PADS,AND ROTOR. THE D...

Oct 15, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING,THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE ABS BRAKE, AND THE TRACK OFF LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKES PADS,AND ROTOR. THE D...

Oct 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING,THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE ABS BRAKE, AND THE TRACK OFF LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKES PADS,AND ROTOR. THE D...

Oct 11, 2004 Visibility

DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WINDOW REGULATOR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT APPROX. 29000 MILES, OCT. 2003. JUST HAD TO HAVE THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WIDOW REGULATOR REPLACED SEP. 2004 DEALER SAID PLASTIC PARTS REASON FOR FAILURE. ALSO, SON HAD TO HAVE REAR WINDOW REGULATOR REPLACED ON 1999 GRAND PRIX, OCT.7, 2004. ...

Oct 11, 2004 Visibility

DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WINDOW REGULATOR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT APPROX. 29000 MILES, OCT. 2003. JUST HAD TO HAVE THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WIDOW REGULATOR REPLACED SEP. 2004 DEALER SAID PLASTIC PARTS REASON FOR FAILURE. ALSO, SON HAD TO HAVE REAR WINDOW REGULATOR REPLACED ON 1999 GRAND PRIX, OCT.7, 2004. ...

Oct 5, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

POWER WINDOW CABLE ON REAR DRIVERS SIDE OF 2000 PONTIAC BONNIVILLE BROKE.CAN NOT BUY CABLE ONLY,COMES WITH REGULATOR.CAN NOT BUY REGULATOR ONLY,COMES WITH MOTOR. COST ABOUT $300 NOT COUNTING LABOR.ONE WEEK LATER PASSENGER SIDE REAR WINDOW BROKE. SAME PROBLEM. WINDOW JUST FELL DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY I...

Oct 5, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

POWER WINDOW CABLE ON REAR DRIVERS SIDE OF 2000 PONTIAC BONNIVILLE BROKE.CAN NOT BUY CABLE ONLY,COMES WITH REGULATOR.CAN NOT BUY REGULATOR ONLY,COMES WITH MOTOR. COST ABOUT $300 NOT COUNTING LABOR.ONE WEEK LATER PASSENGER SIDE REAR WINDOW BROKE. SAME PROBLEM. WINDOW JUST FELL DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY I...

Oct 2, 2004 Steering Crash

I FEEL THE RIGHT STEERING WHEEL CONTROL ARM IS TOO CLOSE TO THE STEERING WHEEL, ON MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. IT IS CLOSER AND LONGER THAT THE TURN SIGNAL ARM ON THE LEFT. I REPORTED TO PONTIAC THAT ANY TIME I RAPIDLY STEER TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT, I HIT THIS ARM BEFORE THE WHEEL. THIS SLOWS MY RESPONSE AN...

Oct 2, 2004 Steering Crash

I FEEL THE RIGHT STEERING WHEEL CONTROL ARM IS TOO CLOSE TO THE STEERING WHEEL, ON MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. IT IS CLOSER AND LONGER THAT THE TURN SIGNAL ARM ON THE LEFT. I REPORTED TO PONTIAC THAT ANY TIME I RAPIDLY STEER TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT, I HIT THIS ARM BEFORE THE WHEEL. THIS SLOWS MY RESPONSE AN...

Oct 1, 2004 Visibility 90,000 mi

THE BACK WINDOWS AND THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WINDOWS WERE INOPERABLE. THE MOTOR WAS REPLACED TWICE. MANUFACTURER STATED THERE WAS NOTHING TO BE DONE. *AK

Oct 1, 2004 Visibility 90,000 mi

THE BACK WINDOWS AND THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WINDOWS WERE INOPERABLE. THE MOTOR WAS REPLACED TWICE. MANUFACTURER STATED THERE WAS NOTHING TO BE DONE. *AK

Sep 28, 2004 Electrical System 34,000 mi

DELCO BATTERY THAT COMES WITH THE VEHICLE HAS TWO OUTLETS WITH TWO BROKEN TERMINALS THAT LEAK, AND THE GAS THAT LEAKS. IT IS STORED UNDER THE BACK SEAT, WHICH ALSO STORES ALL THE ELECTRONIC RELAYS THAT WILL PRODUCE SPARKS AND CREATE A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, POSSIBLY STARTING A FIRE. *AK

Sep 28, 2004 Electrical System 34,000 mi

DELCO BATTERY THAT COMES WITH THE VEHICLE HAS TWO OUTLETS WITH TWO BROKEN TERMINALS THAT LEAK, AND THE GAS THAT LEAKS. IT IS STORED UNDER THE BACK SEAT, WHICH ALSO STORES ALL THE ELECTRONIC RELAYS THAT WILL PRODUCE SPARKS AND CREATE A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, POSSIBLY STARTING A FIRE. *AK

Sep 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ONGOING STALLING PROBLEM AT ANY SPEED. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ONGOING STALLING PROBLEM AT ANY SPEED. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 30, 2004 Steering 30,000 mi

INCIDENT DATE IS AN ESTIMATE. I HAD A CLUNKING SOUND IN MY STEERING AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO INVESTIGATE. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THE NOISE WAS BECAUSE OF THE COLLAPSIBLE STEERING COLUMN, THE TWO PIECES ARE CLUNKING TOGETHER. MADE THAT WAS IN CASE OF A CRASH. THEY SAID THAT TH...

Aug 30, 2004 Steering 30,000 mi

INCIDENT DATE IS AN ESTIMATE. I HAD A CLUNKING SOUND IN MY STEERING AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO INVESTIGATE. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THE NOISE WAS BECAUSE OF THE COLLAPSIBLE STEERING COLUMN, THE TWO PIECES ARE CLUNKING TOGETHER. MADE THAT WAS IN CASE OF A CRASH. THEY SAID THAT TH...

Aug 1, 2004 Steering

HERE AND FEEL A SLIGHT CLUNKING WHILE TURNING. I AM TOLD BY MY FATHER WHO REPLACED THE RACK ON HIS 2000 BONNEVILLE THAT IT IS THE RACK STARTING TO GO ON MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. I AM NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO THE $700(+) FOR PARTS ONLY. *AK

Aug 1, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS STARTING MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. I OFTEN HAVE TO PUMP THE GAS TO START MY CAR. I SEE FROM THIS SITE THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS ON ALOT OF THE VEHICLES. I HAVE GAS BACKING UP INTO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM HOSE WHICH IS A SYMPTOM OF TH...

Aug 1, 2004 Steering

HERE AND FEEL A SLIGHT CLUNKING WHILE TURNING. I AM TOLD BY MY FATHER WHO REPLACED THE RACK ON HIS 2000 BONNEVILLE THAT IT IS THE RACK STARTING TO GO ON MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. I AM NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO THE $700(+) FOR PARTS ONLY. *AK

Aug 1, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS STARTING MY 2000 BONNEVILLE. I OFTEN HAVE TO PUMP THE GAS TO START MY CAR. I SEE FROM THIS SITE THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS ON ALOT OF THE VEHICLES. I HAVE GAS BACKING UP INTO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM HOSE WHICH IS A SYMPTOM OF TH...

Jul 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BRAKES HUMMED WHENEVER THEY WERE DEPRESSED. ALSO, THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE REGULATOR SYSTEM GEARS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Jul 30, 2004 Visibility 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BRAKES HUMMED WHENEVER THEY WERE DEPRESSED. ALSO, THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE REGULATOR SYSTEM GEARS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Jul 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BRAKES HUMMED WHENEVER THEY WERE DEPRESSED. ALSO, THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE REGULATOR SYSTEM GEARS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Jul 30, 2004 Visibility 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BRAKES HUMMED WHENEVER THEY WERE DEPRESSED. ALSO, THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE REGULATOR SYSTEM GEARS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Jul 28, 2004 Steering 22,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION STEERING PRODUCED A GRINDING NOISE. AS A RESULT, THE STEERING RACK AND PINION MALFUNCTIONED. *AK

Jul 28, 2004 Steering 22,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION STEERING PRODUCED A GRINDING NOISE. AS A RESULT, THE STEERING RACK AND PINION MALFUNCTIONED. *AK

Jul 13, 2004 Power Train 40,000 mi

DURING "COLD" ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION, THE TRANSMISSION IN THE 3.8L V-6 ENGINE IN THE 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RUNS SO SMOOTHLY THAT IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO FEEL OR HEAR THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT BETWEEN GEARS. HOWEVER, DURING "HOT" ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS SO ROUG...

Jul 13, 2004 Power Train 40,000 mi

DURING "COLD" ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION, THE TRANSMISSION IN THE 3.8L V-6 ENGINE IN THE 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE RUNS SO SMOOTHLY THAT IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO FEEL OR HEAR THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT BETWEEN GEARS. HOWEVER, DURING "HOT" ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS SO ROUG...

Jun 21, 2004 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE VEHICLE. THEN ,THE VEHICLE SHOOK. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. HOWEVER, MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 21, 2004 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE VEHICLE. THEN ,THE VEHICLE SHOOK. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. HOWEVER, MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING I NOTICE MY CAR "JERKS" WHEN IT SHIFTS INTO A DIFFERENT GEAR. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING I NOTICE MY CAR "JERKS" WHEN IT SHIFTS INTO A DIFFERENT GEAR. *AK

Jun 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

IN MAY 2003, PLASTIC INTAKE CRACKED, ALLOWING COOLANT TO LEAK INTO OIL SYSTEM OF CAR. INTAKE PLENUM WAS REPLACED, AS WELL AS CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THIS HAPPENED AT APPROX 56,300 MILES. REPAIR COST APPROX. $970. NOW COVERED UNDER RECALL FOR SCREWS IN PLENUM COVER, HOWEVER PONTIAC ONLY REFUNDED $71...

Jun 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

IN MAY 2003, PLASTIC INTAKE CRACKED, ALLOWING COOLANT TO LEAK INTO OIL SYSTEM OF CAR. INTAKE PLENUM WAS REPLACED, AS WELL AS CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THIS HAPPENED AT APPROX 56,300 MILES. REPAIR COST APPROX. $970. NOW COVERED UNDER RECALL FOR SCREWS IN PLENUM COVER, HOWEVER PONTIAC ONLY REFUNDED $71...

Jun 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

Jun 5, 2004 Visibility 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

Jun 5, 2004 Equipment 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

Jun 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

Jun 5, 2004 Visibility 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

Jun 5, 2004 Equipment 97,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 BONNEVILLE IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REASONS. MY RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED, MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AND THEY REPLACED THE MOTOR, NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT WORK AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. MY TRUNK LEAKED AND WAS TOLD THE EXTENDED WARRENTY DID N...

May 23, 2004 Steering 19,539 mi

COMPLAINED TO PONTIAC DEALERSHIP ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS THAT STEERING IS BINDING WHILE TURNING. COMPLAINTS WERE AT 19,539, 29,736 AND 43,686 MILES. AT 19,539 MILES, DEALERSHIP FOUND BULLETIN # 99-02-32-007A AND REMOVED/REPLACED POWER STEERING HYDRAULIC RETURN OUTLET AND PRESSURE INLET HOSE. AT 29...

May 23, 2004 Steering 19,539 mi

COMPLAINED TO PONTIAC DEALERSHIP ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS THAT STEERING IS BINDING WHILE TURNING. COMPLAINTS WERE AT 19,539, 29,736 AND 43,686 MILES. AT 19,539 MILES, DEALERSHIP FOUND BULLETIN # 99-02-32-007A AND REMOVED/REPLACED POWER STEERING HYDRAULIC RETURN OUTLET AND PRESSURE INLET HOSE. AT 29...

May 21, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,990 mi

ENGINE FIRE EXPERIENCED BY CONSUMER ON 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. *LA WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATED THE 3.8 LITER ENGINES BECAUSE 44 OWNERS COMPLAINED OF ENGINE FIRES DUE TO A FAULTY INTAKE MANIFOLD. *NM

May 21, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,990 mi

ENGINE FIRE EXPERIENCED BY CONSUMER ON 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE. *LA WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATED THE 3.8 LITER ENGINES BECAUSE 44 OWNERS COMPLAINED OF ENGINE FIRES DUE TO A FAULTY INTAKE MANIFOLD. *NM

May 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

LEAKING INTAKE MANIFOLD ON 3.8 ENGINE. PLASTIC INTAKE COVER POOR DESIGN, NOT HOLDING UP BEYOND FORTY THOUSAND MILES. *AK

May 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

LEAKING INTAKE MANIFOLD ON 3.8 ENGINE. PLASTIC INTAKE COVER POOR DESIGN, NOT HOLDING UP BEYOND FORTY THOUSAND MILES. *AK

May 5, 2004 Electrical System Fire 20,990 mi

WAS GOING TO DINNER WITH MY HUSBAND AND DAUGHTER.AFTER TRAVELING ABOUT 1 MILE SAW SMOKE COMING OUT OF PASSENGER SIDE HOOD AREA.DUE TO RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC HUSBAND DID A U-TURN IN THE STREET AND QUICKLY STOPPED CAR. BEFORE STOPPING HUSBAND LOST EVERYTHING BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WE RAN FROM CAR TRIED...

May 5, 2004 Electrical System Fire 20,990 mi

WAS GOING TO DINNER WITH MY HUSBAND AND DAUGHTER.AFTER TRAVELING ABOUT 1 MILE SAW SMOKE COMING OUT OF PASSENGER SIDE HOOD AREA.DUE TO RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC HUSBAND DID A U-TURN IN THE STREET AND QUICKLY STOPPED CAR. BEFORE STOPPING HUSBAND LOST EVERYTHING BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WE RAN FROM CAR TRIED...

Apr 29, 2004 Visibility 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Steering 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Structure 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Electrical System 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,990 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY CAUGHT FIRE. *PH THE CONSUMER STATED IN 2002 THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION BY THE GOVERNMENT RELATING TO THE 3.8 LITER ENGINES PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD. *JB

Apr 29, 2004 Visibility 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Steering 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Structure 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Electrical System 65,000 mi

SINCE I OWNED THE CAR I HAVE HAD THESE THINGS FIXED: 1 WINDOW REGULATOR, 1 POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, POWER STEERING WORK (AFTER THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED) HOOD REPAINTED AND IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. NOW I NEED TO HAVE 2 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED AT $400 A PIECE. I'M HAVING SOME LO...

Apr 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,990 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY CAUGHT FIRE. *PH THE CONSUMER STATED IN 2002 THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION BY THE GOVERNMENT RELATING TO THE 3.8 LITER ENGINES PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD. *JB

Apr 23, 2004 Electrical System 42,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STARTED ENGINE BACK FIRED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD TAKE AN EXCEEDINGLY LONG TIME TO START. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO FOUND THAT THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Apr 23, 2004 Electrical System 42,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STARTED ENGINE BACK FIRED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD TAKE AN EXCEEDINGLY LONG TIME TO START. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO FOUND THAT THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Apr 19, 2004 Visibility 45,000 mi

THE MOTORS FOR THE WINDOWS IN MY VEHICLE ARE AN ENGINEERING DEFECT. THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT. I'VE NEVER HAD A MOTOR FOR A WINDOW GO OUT BEFORE HOWEVER I KNOW IT DOES HAPPEN AND I DO USE THIS WINDOW PROBABLY ONCE A WEEK OR SO. THE PROBLEM IS THAT I USE MY CAR FOR WORK ONLY AND AL...

Apr 19, 2004 Visibility 45,000 mi

THE MOTORS FOR THE WINDOWS IN MY VEHICLE ARE AN ENGINEERING DEFECT. THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT. I'VE NEVER HAD A MOTOR FOR A WINDOW GO OUT BEFORE HOWEVER I KNOW IT DOES HAPPEN AND I DO USE THIS WINDOW PROBABLY ONCE A WEEK OR SO. THE PROBLEM IS THAT I USE MY CAR FOR WORK ONLY AND AL...

Mar 10, 2004 Structure

I OWN A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE & LAST YEAR THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW REGULATOR BROKE & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED & A YEAR LATER THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW REGULATOR ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. OBVIOUSLY IF BOTH OF THEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WITHIN A YEAR OF EACH OTHER, THIS IS SOME SORT OF FAULTY...

Mar 10, 2004 Structure

I OWN A 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE & LAST YEAR THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW REGULATOR BROKE & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED & A YEAR LATER THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW REGULATOR ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. OBVIOUSLY IF BOTH OF THEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WITHIN A YEAR OF EACH OTHER, THIS IS SOME SORT OF FAULTY...

Mar 3, 2004 Power Train

MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WAS HESITATING SLIGHTLY WHEN SHIFTING BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND OR 2ND AND 3RD GEARS. WHEN IT SHIFTED IT WAS JERKING SLIGHTLY. THIS WAS NOT NOTICEABLE WHEN CAR WAS COLD BUT OCCURRED WHEN WARMED UP. TRANSMISSION SHOP WANTED TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION FOR $2000. 2ND OPINION SAID TO...

Mar 3, 2004 Power Train

MY 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE WAS HESITATING SLIGHTLY WHEN SHIFTING BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND OR 2ND AND 3RD GEARS. WHEN IT SHIFTED IT WAS JERKING SLIGHTLY. THIS WAS NOT NOTICEABLE WHEN CAR WAS COLD BUT OCCURRED WHEN WARMED UP. TRANSMISSION SHOP WANTED TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION FOR $2000. 2ND OPINION SAID TO...

Mar 1, 2004 Wheels 10,800 mi

WHEEL RIMS ARE CORRODING. A RESULT, AIR SEEPS OUT ALL FOUR TIRES. *AK

Mar 1, 2004 Wheels 10,800 mi

WHEEL RIMS ARE CORRODING. A RESULT, AIR SEEPS OUT ALL FOUR TIRES. *AK

Feb 4, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW FELL DOWN, THERE WERE NO PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE AND THE WINDOW WAS NOT BEING OPERATED. THE WINDOW OPERATOR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF APPROX. $300.*AK

Feb 4, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FELL DOWN, THE WINDOW WAS NOT BEING OPERATED. THE WINDOW OPERATOR WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH THIS VEHICLE BUT A DIFFERENT WINDOW. APPROX COST $300.*AK

Feb 4, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW FELL DOWN, THERE WERE NO PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE AND THE WINDOW WAS NOT BEING OPERATED. THE WINDOW OPERATOR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF APPROX. $300.*AK

Feb 4, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FELL DOWN, THE WINDOW WAS NOT BEING OPERATED. THE WINDOW OPERATOR WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH THIS VEHICLE BUT A DIFFERENT WINDOW. APPROX COST $300.*AK

Jan 28, 2004 Seats 36,000 mi

THE HEATER IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT OVERHEATED AND BURNED A HOLE THROUGH THE SEAT MATERIAL. DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. *AK

Jan 28, 2004 Seats 36,000 mi

THE HEATER IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT OVERHEATED AND BURNED A HOLE THROUGH THE SEAT MATERIAL. DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. *AK

Jan 26, 2004 Visibility

BARELY USED POWER WINDOW MOTOR BROKEN. *LA

Jan 26, 2004 Visibility

BARELY USED POWER WINDOW MOTOR BROKEN. *LA

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

LEAKING COOLANT AT THE PLENUM AND INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS. REPLACED THE UPPER PLENUM AND THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 60,233 mi

1. RIGHT REAR WINDOW MOTOR FAILED AT 30 MONTHS, BUT 60,233 MILES. WINDOW HAD BEEN RAISED AND LOWERED LESS THAN 25 TIMES. PONTIAC AGREED TO 40% REIMBURSMENT. 2. AFTER 60K MI CHECK UP, CAR BEGAN SHIFTING VERY ROUGH. SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 63,266 THEN OFF,NO PROBLEM, AGAIN AT 66237 IN SHOP NO...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 60,233 mi

1. RIGHT REAR WINDOW MOTOR FAILED AT 30 MONTHS, BUT 60,233 MILES. WINDOW HAD BEEN RAISED AND LOWERED LESS THAN 25 TIMES. PONTIAC AGREED TO 40% REIMBURSMENT. 2. AFTER 60K MI CHECK UP, CAR BEGAN SHIFTING VERY ROUGH. SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 63,266 THEN OFF,NO PROBLEM, AGAIN AT 66237 IN SHOP NO...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

LEAKING COOLANT AT THE PLENUM AND INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS. REPLACED THE UPPER PLENUM AND THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 60,233 mi

1. RIGHT REAR WINDOW MOTOR FAILED AT 30 MONTHS, BUT 60,233 MILES. WINDOW HAD BEEN RAISED AND LOWERED LESS THAN 25 TIMES. PONTIAC AGREED TO 40% REIMBURSMENT. 2. AFTER 60K MI CHECK UP, CAR BEGAN SHIFTING VERY ROUGH. SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 63,266 THEN OFF,NO PROBLEM, AGAIN AT 66237 IN SHOP NO...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 60,233 mi

1. RIGHT REAR WINDOW MOTOR FAILED AT 30 MONTHS, BUT 60,233 MILES. WINDOW HAD BEEN RAISED AND LOWERED LESS THAN 25 TIMES. PONTIAC AGREED TO 40% REIMBURSMENT. 2. AFTER 60K MI CHECK UP, CAR BEGAN SHIFTING VERY ROUGH. SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 63,266 THEN OFF,NO PROBLEM, AGAIN AT 66237 IN SHOP NO...

Dec 15, 2003 Electronic Stability Control 60,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY ABS TRACTION STABILITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. WHEN THIS OCCURRED THE CRUISE CONTROL MODE WAS INOPERATIVE. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THE FAILURE CODE INDICATED, DON'T DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND SERVICE IMMEDIATELY ABS STABILITY CONTROL FAILURE. DEALERSH...

Dec 15, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY ABS TRACTION STABILITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. WHEN THIS OCCURRED THE CRUISE CONTROL MODE WAS INOPERATIVE. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THE FAILURE CODE INDICATED, DON'T DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND SERVICE IMMEDIATELY ABS STABILITY CONTROL FAILURE. DEALERSH...

Dec 15, 2003 Electronic Stability Control 60,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY ABS TRACTION STABILITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. WHEN THIS OCCURRED THE CRUISE CONTROL MODE WAS INOPERATIVE. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THE FAILURE CODE INDICATED, DON'T DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND SERVICE IMMEDIATELY ABS STABILITY CONTROL FAILURE. DEALERSH...

Dec 15, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY ABS TRACTION STABILITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. WHEN THIS OCCURRED THE CRUISE CONTROL MODE WAS INOPERATIVE. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THE FAILURE CODE INDICATED, DON'T DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND SERVICE IMMEDIATELY ABS STABILITY CONTROL FAILURE. DEALERSH...

Nov 18, 2003 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER CRANKED ENGINE TO START AND HEARD A LOUD BANG OR POP. SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THIS COMPLAINT WAS CALLED IN BY THE FIRE INVESTIGATOR. THE OWNER OF VEHICLE WAS KEITH ELLIS, 5708 SPRING LAKE DR. EVANSVILLE IN. 812-423-4822. *AK

Nov 18, 2003 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER CRANKED ENGINE TO START AND HEARD A LOUD BANG OR POP. SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THIS COMPLAINT WAS CALLED IN BY THE FIRE INVESTIGATOR. THE OWNER OF VEHICLE WAS KEITH ELLIS, 5708 SPRING LAKE DR. EVANSVILLE IN. 812-423-4822. *AK

Nov 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

BLOWER MOTOR MAKES A LOUD NOISE WHEN TURNED ON

Nov 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

BLOWER MOTOR MAKES A LOUD NOISE WHEN TURNED ON

Nov 5, 2003 Steering 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKY NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING WHEEL. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SEPARATED FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP. A NEW POWER STEERING PUMP WAS INSTALLED. THE CLUNKING NOISE WAS FOUND TO BE COMING FROM THE STEERING SHAFT IN...

Nov 5, 2003 Steering 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKY NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING WHEEL. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SEPARATED FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP. A NEW POWER STEERING PUMP WAS INSTALLED. THE CLUNKING NOISE WAS FOUND TO BE COMING FROM THE STEERING SHAFT IN...

Nov 3, 2003 Visibility 60,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT POWER WINDOW PROBLEMS. THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE REPLACED JUST RECENTLY. HOWEVER, THE THIRD POWER WINDOW WAS REPLACED A SECOND TIME. *AK

Nov 3, 2003 Visibility 60,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT POWER WINDOW PROBLEMS. THREE OF THE POWER WINDOWS WERE REPLACED JUST RECENTLY. HOWEVER, THE THIRD POWER WINDOW WAS REPLACED A SECOND TIME. *AK

Oct 22, 2003 Tires 1,230 mi

TRUNK FLOODED HEAVILY WHEN RAINING, OIL LEAK, PROBLEMS WITH TIRES,ETC.*MR THE CONSUMERS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND REPAIRS WERE NOT MADE, IT STILLS REMAINS A FAULTY VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS VERY DISSATISFIED IN GENERAL MOTOR ASSISTANCE. PLEASE RESPOND PR...

Oct 22, 2003 Structure 1,230 mi

TRUNK FLOODED HEAVILY WHEN RAINING, OIL LEAK, PROBLEMS WITH TIRES,ETC.*MR THE CONSUMERS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND REPAIRS WERE NOT MADE, IT STILLS REMAINS A FAULTY VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS VERY DISSATISFIED IN GENERAL MOTOR ASSISTANCE. PLEASE RESPOND PR...

Oct 22, 2003 Tires 1,230 mi

TRUNK FLOODED HEAVILY WHEN RAINING, OIL LEAK, PROBLEMS WITH TIRES,ETC.*MR THE CONSUMERS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND REPAIRS WERE NOT MADE, IT STILLS REMAINS A FAULTY VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS VERY DISSATISFIED IN GENERAL MOTOR ASSISTANCE. PLEASE RESPOND PR...

Oct 22, 2003 Structure 1,230 mi

TRUNK FLOODED HEAVILY WHEN RAINING, OIL LEAK, PROBLEMS WITH TIRES,ETC.*MR THE CONSUMERS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND REPAIRS WERE NOT MADE, IT STILLS REMAINS A FAULTY VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS VERY DISSATISFIED IN GENERAL MOTOR ASSISTANCE. PLEASE RESPOND PR...

Sep 25, 2003 Steering 62,000 mi

POWER STEERING PUMP

Sep 25, 2003 Steering 62,000 mi

POWER STEERING PUMP

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,200 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY COOLING FAN MALFUNCTIONED, SENDING SHARDS EMBEDDING INTO THE RADIATOR AND SLICING THROUGH THE FUEL LINE, CAUSING A FIRE THAT CONSUMED THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.*AK

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 20,200 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY COOLING FAN MALFUNCTIONED, SENDING SHARDS EMBEDDING INTO THE RADIATOR AND SLICING THROUGH THE FUEL LINE, CAUSING A FIRE THAT CONSUMED THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 31, 2003 Visibility 37,600 mi

BONNEVILLE WITH 37,000 MILES. NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WORST BEING UPON ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN CAR KEEPS GOING STRAIGHT THEN A CLUNK IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THE CAR FINALLY GOES RIGHT. THIS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. DEALER WAS ALSO ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 31, 2003 Steering 37,600 mi

BONNEVILLE WITH 37,000 MILES. NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WORST BEING UPON ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN CAR KEEPS GOING STRAIGHT THEN A CLUNK IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THE CAR FINALLY GOES RIGHT. THIS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. DEALER WAS ALSO ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 31, 2003 Visibility 37,600 mi

BONNEVILLE WITH 37,000 MILES. NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WORST BEING UPON ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN CAR KEEPS GOING STRAIGHT THEN A CLUNK IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THE CAR FINALLY GOES RIGHT. THIS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. DEALER WAS ALSO ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 31, 2003 Steering 37,600 mi

BONNEVILLE WITH 37,000 MILES. NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WORST BEING UPON ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN CAR KEEPS GOING STRAIGHT THEN A CLUNK IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THE CAR FINALLY GOES RIGHT. THIS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. DEALER WAS ALSO ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 13, 2003 Visibility 39,648 mi

REAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR CABLE BROKE. *AK

Jul 13, 2003 Visibility 53,326 mi

L.H REAR WINDOW REGULATOR CABLE BROKE. THIS IS THE 2ND CABLE THAT HAS BROKEN ON THIS VEHICLE. R.H. REAR CABLE BROKE IN AUG. OF 2002. BOTH CABLES BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE ALLOWING WINDOW TO FALL DOWN AND BECOMING INOPERATIVE. COST OF REPAIR $400.*AK

Jul 13, 2003 Visibility 39,648 mi

REAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR CABLE BROKE. *AK

Jul 13, 2003 Visibility 53,326 mi

L.H REAR WINDOW REGULATOR CABLE BROKE. THIS IS THE 2ND CABLE THAT HAS BROKEN ON THIS VEHICLE. R.H. REAR CABLE BROKE IN AUG. OF 2002. BOTH CABLES BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE ALLOWING WINDOW TO FALL DOWN AND BECOMING INOPERATIVE. COST OF REPAIR $400.*AK

Jul 3, 2003 Steering 63,460 mi

THE VEHICLES STEERING WAS DEFECTIVE WHICH CAUSED NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS ALTHOUGH THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE DEFECT. *MR *CB *NLM

Jul 3, 2003 Steering 63,460 mi

THE VEHICLES STEERING WAS DEFECTIVE WHICH CAUSED NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS ALTHOUGH THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE DEFECT. *MR *CB *NLM

Jun 2, 2003 Steering 10,000 mi

GRINDING OR SQUEALING NOISE WHEN TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED. DEALER HAS PLACED RACK 3 TIMES, NOISE STILL THERE ALTHOUGH INTERMITENT. REPLACED TIE ROD ENDS ALSO.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Steering 10,000 mi

GRINDING OR SQUEALING NOISE WHEN TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED. DEALER HAS PLACED RACK 3 TIMES, NOISE STILL THERE ALTHOUGH INTERMITENT. REPLACED TIE ROD ENDS ALSO.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Steering 10,000 mi

GRINDING OR SQUEALING NOISE WHEN TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED. DEALER HAS PLACED RACK 3 TIMES, NOISE STILL THERE ALTHOUGH INTERMITENT. REPLACED TIE ROD ENDS ALSO.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Steering 10,000 mi

GRINDING OR SQUEALING NOISE WHEN TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED. DEALER HAS PLACED RACK 3 TIMES, NOISE STILL THERE ALTHOUGH INTERMITENT. REPLACED TIE ROD ENDS ALSO.*AK

Mar 24, 2003 Visibility

THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE POWER WINDOWS WERE HARD TO GO UP AND DOWN TO A FAULTY MODULE WHICH COST $400.00 PARTS AND LABOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

Mar 24, 2003 Visibility

THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE POWER WINDOWS WERE HARD TO GO UP AND DOWN TO A FAULTY MODULE WHICH COST $400.00 PARTS AND LABOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

Mar 21, 2003 Steering 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING SLOW AND TURNING LEFT I HEARD A "CLANK" SOUND COMING FROM THE LEFT FRONT AREA OF THE CAR. I WAS TOLD THAT PONTIAC HAD A TECH SERVICE WHICH INDICATED A STEERING LINKAGE PART NEEDED TO BE TAKEN APART AND OILED AND PUT BACK. GM ALSO HAS A KIT THAT WAS INSTALLED. *NLM

Mar 21, 2003 Steering 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING SLOW AND TURNING LEFT I HEARD A "CLANK" SOUND COMING FROM THE LEFT FRONT AREA OF THE CAR. I WAS TOLD THAT PONTIAC HAD A TECH SERVICE WHICH INDICATED A STEERING LINKAGE PART NEEDED TO BE TAKEN APART AND OILED AND PUT BACK. GM ALSO HAS A KIT THAT WAS INSTALLED. *NLM

Mar 17, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED, GASOLINE LEAKED ONTO THE GROUND. *JB

Mar 17, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED, GASOLINE LEAKED ONTO THE GROUND. *JB

Mar 13, 2003 Steering 37,000 mi

STEERING MAKES POPS AND GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE. FIRST TIME AT 37,000 MILES I WAS TOLD THE STEERING SHAFT WAS BAD. IT WAS REPLACED, BUT I HAD TO PAY SOME LABOR. THE PROBLEM IS WORSE WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD. *JB

Mar 13, 2003 Steering 37,000 mi

STEERING MAKES POPS AND GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE. FIRST TIME AT 37,000 MILES I WAS TOLD THE STEERING SHAFT WAS BAD. IT WAS REPLACED, BUT I HAD TO PAY SOME LABOR. THE PROBLEM IS WORSE WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD. *JB

Feb 24, 2003 Visibility 48,000 mi

ALL ELECTRIC WINDOWS BROKE IN THE MOTOR PARTS CAUSING WINDOWS TO DROP TO INSIDE OF THE DOOR LEAVING THEM ALL THE WAY DOWN WITHOUT ANY WAY OF GETTING THEM BACK UP. ALL OF THEM HAPPENED WITHIN MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. ANOTHER SAME CAR OWNER HAD 2 BREAK SO FAR.

Feb 24, 2003 Visibility 48,000 mi

ALL ELECTRIC WINDOWS BROKE IN THE MOTOR PARTS CAUSING WINDOWS TO DROP TO INSIDE OF THE DOOR LEAVING THEM ALL THE WAY DOWN WITHOUT ANY WAY OF GETTING THEM BACK UP. ALL OF THEM HAPPENED WITHIN MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. ANOTHER SAME CAR OWNER HAD 2 BREAK SO FAR.

Feb 21, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION.*JB

Feb 21, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION.*JB

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash Fire 62,000 mi

THE LOW TRACK SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. PH

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash Fire 62,000 mi

THE LOW TRACK SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. PH

Feb 2, 2003 Steering 50,000 mi

STEERING COLUMN NOISE. *JB

Feb 2, 2003 Steering 50,000 mi

STEERING COLUMN NOISE. *JB

Dec 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR HALF AN HOUR, CONSUMER PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE AND TEN MINUTES LATER IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. FLAMES CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PH *JG

Dec 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR HALF AN HOUR, CONSUMER PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE AND TEN MINUTES LATER IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. FLAMES CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PH *JG

Nov 21, 2002 Electrical System

INTERMITTENT DAMP & COLD CONDITIONS. DT

Nov 21, 2002 Electrical System

INTERMITTENT DAMP & COLD CONDITIONS. DT

Nov 16, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DOESN'T FULLY ENGAGE WHILE PULLING INTO TRAFFIC FROM A COLD START. HIGH LIKELY HOOD OF BEING BROADSIDED IF CAR SLOWLY MOVES 10 FEET THEN STOPS MOVING. 1ST REPORTED JUNE 04, 2001, 17100 MILES DEALER COULD NOT REPRODUCE. 2ND REPORT SEP 18 2001. 24167 MILES PROBLEM HAD PERSISTED, THEN T...

Nov 16, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DOESN'T FULLY ENGAGE WHILE PULLING INTO TRAFFIC FROM A COLD START. HIGH LIKELY HOOD OF BEING BROADSIDED IF CAR SLOWLY MOVES 10 FEET THEN STOPS MOVING. 1ST REPORTED JUNE 04, 2001, 17100 MILES DEALER COULD NOT REPRODUCE. 2ND REPORT SEP 18 2001. 24167 MILES PROBLEM HAD PERSISTED, THEN T...

Oct 31, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 65MPH VEHICLE WILL VIBRATE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES AND CHANGE SOME PARTS, AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 31, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 65MPH VEHICLE WILL VIBRATE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES AND CHANGE SOME PARTS, AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Power Train

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Exterior Lighting

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION. THE BELT WAS MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND AND BOTH TIMES THE BELT WAS ABOUT TO BREAK BEFORE THE DEALER INQUIRY. MR PER INVOICE, THE SQUEALING FROM THE ENGINE AREA-CRACKED, AND DRIVE BELT NOISE-EXCESSIVE WEAR-REPLACED. THE CONSUMER STATE...

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Power Train

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WOULD VIBRATE WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF A BROKEN TIE ROD. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE SOME HOSES AND ALSO STATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. MR

Oct 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Steering

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 10, 2002 Exterior Lighting

THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES FOR EXCESSIVE WARPING WHICH CAUSED VIBRATIONS AND A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. EACH TIME THE PADS WERE REPLACED THE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE BELT CRACKED ONCE AND WAS GLAZED ONCE, BOTH FAILURES CAUSED NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES NOISE WHEN TURNI...

Oct 2, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STAY ON WHILE THE CONSUMER IS DRIVING. CONTACTED DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THE DEALER COULD NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Oct 2, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STAY ON WHILE THE CONSUMER IS DRIVING. CONTACTED DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THE DEALER COULD NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Sep 24, 2002 Steering

THE MIDDLE SECTION OF THE STEERING COLUMN MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO WEAR. PROBLEM NOTICED LONG AGO, BUT NOT IDENTIFIED. I BELIEVE IT TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THANKFULLY, IT HASN'T FAILED COMPLETELY YET. NLM

Sep 24, 2002 Steering

THE MIDDLE SECTION OF THE STEERING COLUMN MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO WEAR. PROBLEM NOTICED LONG AGO, BUT NOT IDENTIFIED. I BELIEVE IT TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THANKFULLY, IT HASN'T FAILED COMPLETELY YET. NLM

Sep 21, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DRIVE SPROCKET SUPPORT BEARING CAME APART AND DAMAGED CASE AND INSIDE TRANSMISSION; DEALER SAID TO DRIVE THIS FROM ILLINOIS TO MICHIGAN AND IF A PROBLEM OCCURED SOMEONE WOULD HANDLE IT, AND IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE NEXT DAY THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER STILL NEEDED ...

Sep 21, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DRIVE SPROCKET SUPPORT BEARING CAME APART AND DAMAGED CASE AND INSIDE TRANSMISSION; DEALER SAID TO DRIVE THIS FROM ILLINOIS TO MICHIGAN AND IF A PROBLEM OCCURED SOMEONE WOULD HANDLE IT, AND IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE NEXT DAY THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER STILL NEEDED ...

Sep 21, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DRIVE SPROCKET SUPPORT BEARING CAME APART AND DAMAGED CASE AND INSIDE TRANSMISSION; DEALER SAID TO DRIVE THIS FROM ILLINOIS TO MICHIGAN AND IF A PROBLEM OCCURED SOMEONE WOULD HANDLE IT, AND IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE NEXT DAY THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER STILL NEEDED ...

Sep 21, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION DRIVE SPROCKET SUPPORT BEARING CAME APART AND DAMAGED CASE AND INSIDE TRANSMISSION; DEALER SAID TO DRIVE THIS FROM ILLINOIS TO MICHIGAN AND IF A PROBLEM OCCURED SOMEONE WOULD HANDLE IT, AND IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE NEXT DAY THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER STILL NEEDED ...

Sep 17, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL DOOR ACTUATOR DOES NOT LATCH, LATCH WAS REPAIRED BUT PUT IN BACKWARDS. AGAIN, DEALER REPLACED ACTUATOR. CONSUMER WISHES FOR REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Structure

LEFT REAR ENTRY ASSIST ROOF HANDLE WAS LOOSE, THE RETAINER WAS REPLACED. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Visibility

RIGHT REAR WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE REGULATOR WAS REPLACED. LEFT REAR WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE MOTOR/REGULATOR WAS REPLACED, THE LEFT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE REGULATOR WAS REPLACED. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE FAILED. THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH WAS REPLACED. THE INTERGRATED/COMPASS FAILED AND WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR FAILED AND WAS REPLACED BY DEALER. (SECOND UNIT DEFECTIVE, AND THIRD UNIT ORDERED/INSTALLED). *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Tires

SPARE WILL NOT HOLD PRESSURE. STEM WAS REPLACED. CONSUMER WISHES TO RECIEVE REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Steering

THERE IS A GRINDING IN THE STEERING ASSEMBLY. THE TIE RODS WERE REMOVED AND THE RACK WAS ADJUSTED, BUT THIS IS A REOCCURING PROBLEM. THE POWER STEERING HOSE WAS REPLACED. ALSO THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. CONSUMER WOULD LIKE REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL DOOR ACTUATOR DOES NOT LATCH, LATCH WAS REPAIRED BUT PUT IN BACKWARDS. AGAIN, DEALER REPLACED ACTUATOR. CONSUMER WISHES FOR REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Structure

LEFT REAR ENTRY ASSIST ROOF HANDLE WAS LOOSE, THE RETAINER WAS REPLACED. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Visibility

RIGHT REAR WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE REGULATOR WAS REPLACED. LEFT REAR WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE MOTOR/REGULATOR WAS REPLACED, THE LEFT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE AND THE REGULATOR WAS REPLACED. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE FAILED. THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH WAS REPLACED. THE INTERGRATED/COMPASS FAILED AND WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR FAILED AND WAS REPLACED BY DEALER. (SECOND UNIT DEFECTIVE, AND THIRD UNIT ORDERED/INSTALLED). *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Tires

SPARE WILL NOT HOLD PRESSURE. STEM WAS REPLACED. CONSUMER WISHES TO RECIEVE REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Sep 17, 2002 Steering

THERE IS A GRINDING IN THE STEERING ASSEMBLY. THE TIE RODS WERE REMOVED AND THE RACK WAS ADJUSTED, BUT THIS IS A REOCCURING PROBLEM. THE POWER STEERING HOSE WAS REPLACED. ALSO THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. CONSUMER WOULD LIKE REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT. *SCC

Aug 19, 2002 Visibility

REAR GLASS SHATTERED AS VEHICLE WAS SLOWING TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN, WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS IN THE VICINITY.*AK

Aug 19, 2002 Visibility

REAR GLASS SHATTERED AS VEHICLE WAS SLOWING TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN, WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS IN THE VICINITY.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE STOPPED/ BECAME INOPERABLE.DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND HAS REPLACED TRANSMISSION.*AK JLG

Jul 29, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE STOPPED/ BECAME INOPERABLE.DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND HAS REPLACED TRANSMISSION.*AK JLG

Jul 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT COULD HVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT AND CONSUMER GET HURT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT COULD HVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT AND CONSUMER GET HURT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 12, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE HAD ROUGH IDLE AND STALLED OUT. DEALER FOUND SPARK PLUGS IN NUMBER FOUR CYLINDER BURNED UP AND CAME APART RUNING THE ENGINE. IT HAD ALSO BURNED A HOLE IN THE PISTON. CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT THE NGK TYPE PTR4B-15 SPARK PLUGS THAT WERE IN THE VEHICLE WERE NOT FACTORY PLUGS....

Jul 12, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THERE WERE POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. *TT

Jul 12, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE HAD ROUGH IDLE AND STALLED OUT. DEALER FOUND SPARK PLUGS IN NUMBER FOUR CYLINDER BURNED UP AND CAME APART RUNING THE ENGINE. IT HAD ALSO BURNED A HOLE IN THE PISTON. CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT THE NGK TYPE PTR4B-15 SPARK PLUGS THAT WERE IN THE VEHICLE WERE NOT FACTORY PLUGS....

Jul 12, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THERE WERE POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. *TT

Jun 26, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Wheels

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Structure

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Visibility

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Visibility

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Wheels

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Structure

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Visibility

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Visibility

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 26, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED THREE TIMES DUE TO A KLUNKING SOUND, WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN, EXCEPT LOW PRESSURE IN SYSTEM. RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING RADIUS WAS ERRATIC, WHEN VEERING TO THE RIGHT AT MINOR CURVES, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER. THE ...

Jun 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Suspension

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Steering

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Electronic Stability Control

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Suspension

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Steering

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 24, 2002 Electronic Stability Control

THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON CONTINUOSLY, THE BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE I AM DRIVING ON TWO OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF THE STABILITY SYSTEM, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE 3 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS AND THE BRAKES REPLACED TWICE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO BASSETT PONTIAC IN MUNCIE, IN. AND ...

Jun 21, 2002 Electrical System

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Suspension

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Visibility

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Equipment

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Equipment

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Electrical System

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Suspension

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Visibility

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Equipment

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Steering

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 21, 2002 Equipment

WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, INCLUDING RADIO, FOGLAMPS, PASSENGER WINDOW, REAR SEAT BELT LATCHES,DOOR RATTLES,STITCHING IN LEATHER SEATS COMING APART,AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL,ALIGNMENT,TIRES THAT CANNOT BE BALANCED,STEERING SECTOR BEARING, TIE ROD END DEFECTIVE & ROUGH BRA...

Jun 19, 2002 Visibility

ALL WINDOWS HAVE A SMEAR ON THEM, CAUSING DIZZY SPELLS AND A PROBLEM OF SEEING THROUGH WINDOWS WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Jun 19, 2002 Visibility

ALL WINDOWS HAVE A SMEAR ON THEM, CAUSING DIZZY SPELLS AND A PROBLEM OF SEEING THROUGH WINDOWS WHILE DRIVING. *AK

May 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE SHAKES BADLY AT 45-60 MPH, MOSTLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN. DEALER REPLACED BRAKE LINING AT 15000 MILES. THEN AT 30000 MILES THE FRONT CALIPERS, BRAKE LINES,AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED. AT THIS TIME VEHICLE IS SHAKING AGAIN.*JBTHERE IS AN INTERMITTANT AND SOMETIMES VIOLENT SHUDDER OF THE VEHICLE WHEN ...

May 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE SHAKES BADLY AT 45-60 MPH, MOSTLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN. DEALER REPLACED BRAKE LINING AT 15000 MILES. THEN AT 30000 MILES THE FRONT CALIPERS, BRAKE LINES,AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED. AT THIS TIME VEHICLE IS SHAKING AGAIN.*JBTHERE IS AN INTERMITTANT AND SOMETIMES VIOLENT SHUDDER OF THE VEHICLE WHEN ...

Apr 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPER RATTLE SHAKES ENTIRE VEHICLE 45-65MPH. *AK

Apr 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPER RATTLE SHAKES ENTIRE VEHICLE 45-65MPH. *AK

Apr 23, 2002 Steering

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Power Train

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Steering

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Electrical System

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Tires

INFINITY, P225/60R16, DOT UNKNOWN, ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON A 2000, PONTIAC, BONNEVILLE WITH 31100 MILES. TREAD SEPARATION ON RIGHT REAR TIRE, INNER CORE DESINTEGRATED, ONLY SIDEWALL WAS LEFT.*AK *YH

Apr 23, 2002 Steering

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Power Train

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Steering

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Electrical System

UPON PURCHASING VEHICLE IN THE YEAR OF 2000 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. COOLANT LEAKS, ALSO STARTER AND FUEL PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING FLUID DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN ON TURNS. ...

Apr 23, 2002 Tires

INFINITY, P225/60R16, DOT UNKNOWN, ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON A 2000, PONTIAC, BONNEVILLE WITH 31100 MILES. TREAD SEPARATION ON RIGHT REAR TIRE, INNER CORE DESINTEGRATED, ONLY SIDEWALL WAS LEFT.*AK *YH

Apr 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, WITH THE ENGINE OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED, SMOKE AND SOOT DAMAGED THE HOUSE. GM INVESTIGATOR STATED THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. *NLM *YD

Apr 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, WITH THE ENGINE OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED, SMOKE AND SOOT DAMAGED THE HOUSE. GM INVESTIGATOR STATED THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. *NLM *YD

Mar 12, 2002 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A TURN NOISE WOULD COME FROM STEERING COLUMN, AND STEERING WHEEL WOULD JERK SEVERELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A TURN NOISE WOULD COME FROM STEERING COLUMN, AND STEERING WHEEL WOULD JERK SEVERELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Feb 25, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH GEAR SHIFT LOCKED UP. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER INDICATED IT NEEDED NEW TRANSMISSION. *AK

Feb 25, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH GEAR SHIFT LOCKED UP. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER INDICATED IT NEEDED NEW TRANSMISSION. *AK

Feb 22, 2002 Suspension

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 22, 2002 Tires

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 22, 2002 Suspension

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 22, 2002 Tires

STEERING WHEEL AND FLOOR PAN VIBRATIONS(5-10HZ) AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH. RIDE/HANDLING AND DRIVER DISCOMFORT IS AFFECTED. DEALER HAS PERFORMED ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES, NEW TIRES, BALANCED TIRES, CHECK TIRES AND RIMS FOR DEFECTS. DEALER INDICATES THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO GM. DEALER SERVICE REP. WIL...

Feb 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THE STABILITY SYSTEM HAD TO BE SERVICED 8 TIMES, CONSUMER STATED THE STABILITY SYSTEM IS PART OF THE ABS.*AK *SLC

Feb 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THE STABILITY SYSTEM HAD TO BE SERVICED 8 TIMES, CONSUMER STATED THE STABILITY SYSTEM IS PART OF THE ABS.*AK *SLC

Feb 11, 2002 Steering

WHILE MAKING A SHARP TURN, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO NAVIGATE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSED CONSUMER TO TAKE A WIDER TURN THAN NORMAL, CAUSING CONSUMER TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, AND TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER ADDED POWER STEERING FLUID AFTER STA...

Feb 11, 2002 Steering

WHILE MAKING A SHARP TURN, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO NAVIGATE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSED CONSUMER TO TAKE A WIDER TURN THAN NORMAL, CAUSING CONSUMER TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, AND TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER ADDED POWER STEERING FLUID AFTER STA...

Jan 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 22, 2002 Steering

THE STEERING MECHANISM STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD POPPING AND GROWLING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT APPROXIMATELY 4 DAYS AGO. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD ORDER A KIT CONSISTING OF A PLUG AND A TUBE OF SPECIAL GREASE TO REPAIR IT. THIS...

Jan 18, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES VIBRATION EXISTS AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH, WHICH CAUSES THE TIRES AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS TO WEAR OUT.*JB

Jan 18, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES VIBRATION EXISTS AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH, WHICH CAUSES THE TIRES AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS TO WEAR OUT.*JB

Jan 18, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES VIBRATION EXISTS AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH, WHICH CAUSES THE TIRES AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS TO WEAR OUT.*JB

Jan 18, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES VIBRATION EXISTS AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH, WHICH CAUSES THE TIRES AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS TO WEAR OUT.*JB

Jan 15, 2002 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Visibility

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Structure

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Visibility

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2002 Structure

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ONGONING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE STALLING. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER'S SHOP ON FIVE OCCASIONS, AND THE PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ONGONING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE STALLING. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER'S SHOP ON FIVE OCCASIONS, AND THE PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING WHEEL TO LEFT FELT THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION. CURRENTLY, WHEN TURNING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT VEHICLE VEHICLE IS CLICKING IN STEERING WHEEL. FEELS LIKE A TIRE DEFLATED, CONTACTED DEALER ,AND DEALER TESTED VEHICLE AND COULD HEAR CLIC...

Jan 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING WHEEL TO LEFT FELT THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION. CURRENTLY, WHEN TURNING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT VEHICLE VEHICLE IS CLICKING IN STEERING WHEEL. FEELS LIKE A TIRE DEFLATED, CONTACTED DEALER ,AND DEALER TESTED VEHICLE AND COULD HEAR CLIC...

Dec 12, 2001 Electrical System

SPARK PLUG NGK TYPE PTR4B-15. *AK

Dec 12, 2001 Electrical System

SPARK PLUG NGK TYPE PTR4B-15. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING INSPECTION OF VEHICLE DEALER NOTICED AND INFORMED CONSUMER OF A BROKEN INNER TIE ROD. REPAIRS WERE MADE UNDER EXTENED WARRANTY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

WITHIN SIX MONTHS AFTER REPLACING INNER TIE ROD TIE ROD OUTER/END NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND AGAIN REPAIRED TIE ROD OUTER/END UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY. ASKING NHTSA TO LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM. . FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER.*AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING THE TIE ROD END REPLACEMNT A NOISE WAS HEARD IN STEERING WHEEL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND MADE SOME REPAIRS. BUT, PROBLEM IS STILL REOCCURRING. DEALER NOTIFIED AGAIN, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT PROBLEM WAS IN STEERING COLUMN UPPER SHAFT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING THE TIE ROD END REPLACEMNT A NOISE WAS HEARD IN STEERING WHEEL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND MADE SOME REPAIRS. BUT, PROBLEM IS STILL REOCCURRING. DEALER NOTIFIED AGAIN, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT PROBLEM WAS IN STEERING COLUMN UPPER SHAFT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING INSPECTION OF VEHICLE DEALER NOTICED AND INFORMED CONSUMER OF A BROKEN INNER TIE ROD. REPAIRS WERE MADE UNDER EXTENED WARRANTY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

WITHIN SIX MONTHS AFTER REPLACING INNER TIE ROD TIE ROD OUTER/END NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND AGAIN REPAIRED TIE ROD OUTER/END UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY. ASKING NHTSA TO LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM. . FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER.*AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING THE TIE ROD END REPLACEMNT A NOISE WAS HEARD IN STEERING WHEEL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND MADE SOME REPAIRS. BUT, PROBLEM IS STILL REOCCURRING. DEALER NOTIFIED AGAIN, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT PROBLEM WAS IN STEERING COLUMN UPPER SHAFT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

DURING THE TIE ROD END REPLACEMNT A NOISE WAS HEARD IN STEERING WHEEL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND MADE SOME REPAIRS. BUT, PROBLEM IS STILL REOCCURRING. DEALER NOTIFIED AGAIN, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT PROBLEM WAS IN STEERING COLUMN UPPER SHAFT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Nov 14, 2001 Steering

STEERING VERY ROUGH AND BUMPY TURNING BOTH WAYS. NOTICED IN JULY,2001 FIXED BY DEALER 8/20/2001 BY REPLACING STEERING GEAR RACK. SAME PROBLEM BACK AGAIN IN NOVEMBER 2001 AT ABOUT 22,600 MI.*AK

Nov 14, 2001 Steering

STEERING VERY ROUGH AND BUMPY TURNING BOTH WAYS. NOTICED IN JULY,2001 FIXED BY DEALER 8/20/2001 BY REPLACING STEERING GEAR RACK. SAME PROBLEM BACK AGAIN IN NOVEMBER 2001 AT ABOUT 22,600 MI.*AK

Nov 1, 2001 Steering

DON'T RECALL EXACT DATES OR MILAGE OF FAILURE, BUT STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED TWICE BY MANUFACTURE AT ABOUT 13,000 AND 20,000 MILES. BOTH TIMES EXPERINCED HARD STEERING TO LEFT, ABNORMAL SOUNDS, AND SLIGHT JERKS TRANSMITTED THROUGH STEERING WHEEL DURING TURNING. NOW HAVE THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM WIT...

Nov 1, 2001 Steering

DON'T RECALL EXACT DATES OR MILAGE OF FAILURE, BUT STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED TWICE BY MANUFACTURE AT ABOUT 13,000 AND 20,000 MILES. BOTH TIMES EXPERINCED HARD STEERING TO LEFT, ABNORMAL SOUNDS, AND SLIGHT JERKS TRANSMITTED THROUGH STEERING WHEEL DURING TURNING. NOW HAVE THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM WIT...

Oct 24, 2001 Steering

WHILE TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THERE IS VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL AND A "CLUNKING" NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP HAS DETERMINED THAT STEERING SHAFT HAD TO BE REPLACED. *NOTE: PART NEEDED IS ON BACK ORDER AND WILL BE UNAVAILABLE UNTIL MID-NOVEMBER 2001. PLEASE ...

Oct 24, 2001 Steering

WHILE TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THERE IS VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL AND A "CLUNKING" NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP HAS DETERMINED THAT STEERING SHAFT HAD TO BE REPLACED. *NOTE: PART NEEDED IS ON BACK ORDER AND WILL BE UNAVAILABLE UNTIL MID-NOVEMBER 2001. PLEASE ...

Oct 2, 2001 Electrical System

BATTERY IS MOUNTED UNDER PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR SEAT. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS UNSAFE BECAUSE ONE MUST PULL SEAT UP TO GET TO BATTERY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2001 Electrical System

BATTERY IS MOUNTED UNDER PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR SEAT. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS UNSAFE BECAUSE ONE MUST PULL SEAT UP TO GET TO BATTERY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES MAKE SQUEAKY NOISE ALL THE TIME, HAVE HAD PROBLEM CHECKED OUT 2 TIMES, BUT THEY TELL ME THIS IS SOMETHING I HAVE TO LIVE WITH. FOR A NEW CAR TO MAKE SO MUCH NOISE IS AWFULL. *AK

Aug 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES MAKE SQUEAKY NOISE ALL THE TIME, HAVE HAD PROBLEM CHECKED OUT 2 TIMES, BUT THEY TELL ME THIS IS SOMETHING I HAVE TO LIVE WITH. FOR A NEW CAR TO MAKE SO MUCH NOISE IS AWFULL. *AK

Jul 9, 2001 Seats

PONTIAC FILE #C02631710. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND PONTIAC CUSTOMER CARE WITHIN THE FIRST TWO MONTHS OF OWNING THE CAR, RECEIVED A FILE NUMBER, BUT NO FOLLOW-UP BY PONTIAC AS PROMISED. I HAVE A CONCERN THAT THE FRONT SEAT HEADRESTS WILL NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A REAR-END ...

Jul 9, 2001 Seats

PONTIAC FILE #C02631710. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND PONTIAC CUSTOMER CARE WITHIN THE FIRST TWO MONTHS OF OWNING THE CAR, RECEIVED A FILE NUMBER, BUT NO FOLLOW-UP BY PONTIAC AS PROMISED. I HAVE A CONCERN THAT THE FRONT SEAT HEADRESTS WILL NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A REAR-END ...

Jun 11, 2001 Visibility

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS REGARDING A VIBRATING DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR, DEALER HAS REPLACED MIRROR ONCE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM, DEALER TRIED TO FIX IT WITH WEIGHTS AND THAT DID NOT WORK EITHER, CONSUMER STATES VIBRATING MIRROR IS A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *SLC

Jun 11, 2001 Visibility

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS REGARDING A VIBRATING DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR, DEALER HAS REPLACED MIRROR ONCE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM, DEALER TRIED TO FIX IT WITH WEIGHTS AND THAT DID NOT WORK EITHER, CONSUMER STATES VIBRATING MIRROR IS A DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. *SLC

Apr 9, 2001 Power Train

WHEN PULLING OFF IN FIRST GEAR IT RIDES NICELY. THEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN IT CHANGES INTO SECOND REALLY HARD. FINALLY, IT WILL UNEXPECTEDLY GO TO 1ST GEAR.*AK INTERMITENTLY GETS STUCK IN FIRST GEAR. *YH

Apr 9, 2001 Power Train

WHEN PULLING OFF IN FIRST GEAR IT RIDES NICELY. THEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN IT CHANGES INTO SECOND REALLY HARD. FINALLY, IT WILL UNEXPECTEDLY GO TO 1ST GEAR.*AK INTERMITENTLY GETS STUCK IN FIRST GEAR. *YH

Apr 3, 2001 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER WAS STARTING VEHICLE AND IT WOULDN'T START. THEN, IT DID, AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Apr 3, 2001 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER WAS STARTING VEHICLE AND IT WOULDN'T START. THEN, IT DID, AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND APPLYING BRAKES A GRINDING NOISE OCCURS IN FRONT END OF VEHICLE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *YH

Feb 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND APPLYING BRAKES A GRINDING NOISE OCCURS IN FRONT END OF VEHICLE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *YH

Jan 22, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WITH A LINCOLN TOWN CAR AT A 10-15 MPH IMPACT, AND BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 22, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WITH A LINCOLN TOWN CAR AT A 10-15 MPH IMPACT, AND BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Dec 28, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT COVERAGE DOES NOT SHINE ANY LIGHT IN AREA TO BE TURNED INTO. ZERO SIDELIGHTING. *AK

Dec 28, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT COVERAGE DOES NOT SHINE ANY LIGHT IN AREA TO BE TURNED INTO. ZERO SIDELIGHTING. *AK

Dec 15, 2000 Air Bags Crash

AUTO "T-BONED" ON DRIVERS SIDE, GUESS IMPACT AT 30 MPH, SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Dec 15, 2000 Air Bags Crash

AUTO "T-BONED" ON DRIVERS SIDE, GUESS IMPACT AT 30 MPH, SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Dec 4, 2000 Suspension

VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL & CLACKING NOISE AS IF SOMETHING DRAGGING. *CJ

Dec 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

STALLING AND SMOKE PROBLEM RELATED TO ENGINE FAILURE. *CJ

Dec 4, 2000 Suspension

VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL & CLACKING NOISE AS IF SOMETHING DRAGGING. *CJ

Dec 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

STALLING AND SMOKE PROBLEM RELATED TO ENGINE FAILURE. *CJ

Nov 29, 2000 Seats

THE CONSUMER FEELS THAT THE HEAD RESTRAINTS ARE PLACED TOO FAR BACK ON THE SEAT AND GIVE NO HEAD PROTECTION. *SLC

Nov 29, 2000 Seats

THE CONSUMER FEELS THAT THE HEAD RESTRAINTS ARE PLACED TOO FAR BACK ON THE SEAT AND GIVE NO HEAD PROTECTION. *SLC

Nov 16, 2000 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING DUE TO FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH MODULE, SEVERAL CASES REPORTED IN THE METROPOLITAN ATLANTA GEORGIA AREA. *MJS

Nov 16, 2000 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING DUE TO FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH MODULE, SEVERAL CASES REPORTED IN THE METROPOLITAN ATLANTA GEORGIA AREA. *MJS

Oct 19, 2000 Visibility

REAR WINDOW SHATTERED, CONSUMER FEELS THIS WAS A RESULT OF A MALFUNCTIONING DEFROSTER UNIT IN THE GLASS. *SLC

Oct 19, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION, THE DEALER FOUND THE 1ST AND 2ND SHIFT SOLENOID WAS STICKING. *SLC

Oct 19, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER NOTICED THE VEHICLE WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT DURING ACCLERATION AND SNAP BACK TO THE LEFT DURING DECELERATION, THE DEALER FOUND FRONT SUSPENSION CAME APART AT THE BALL JOINT. *SLC

Oct 19, 2000 Visibility

REAR WINDOW SHATTERED, CONSUMER FEELS THIS WAS A RESULT OF A MALFUNCTIONING DEFROSTER UNIT IN THE GLASS. *SLC

Oct 19, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION, THE DEALER FOUND THE 1ST AND 2ND SHIFT SOLENOID WAS STICKING. *SLC

Oct 19, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER NOTICED THE VEHICLE WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT DURING ACCLERATION AND SNAP BACK TO THE LEFT DURING DECELERATION, THE DEALER FOUND FRONT SUSPENSION CAME APART AT THE BALL JOINT. *SLC

Sep 16, 2000 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT FUSE BOX UNDER REAR SEAT WAS LOOSE AND SPRARKING/CAUSED COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FAILURE

Sep 16, 2000 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT FUSE BOX UNDER REAR SEAT WAS LOOSE AND SPRARKING/CAUSED COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FAILURE

Aug 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BETWEEN 1-75 MPH, REAR BRAKES HOWL/MOAN WHEN WARM AND LIGHT PRESS. APPLIED. TALKED TO DEALER HERE AND IN DENVER, THEY'RE UNSURE OF PROBLEM. NO BRAKE LOSS, JUST ANNOYING NOISE! PLEASE HELP. *AK

Aug 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BETWEEN 1-75 MPH, REAR BRAKES HOWL/MOAN WHEN WARM AND LIGHT PRESS. APPLIED. TALKED TO DEALER HERE AND IN DENVER, THEY'RE UNSURE OF PROBLEM. NO BRAKE LOSS, JUST ANNOYING NOISE! PLEASE HELP. *AK

Jul 24, 2000 Air Bags

THE SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE VEHCILE SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. YH

Jul 24, 2000 Air Bags

THE SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE VEHCILE SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. YH

May 30, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY LOCATED IN THE BACK OF THE REAR SEAT HAS GONE BAD, AND CAUSING SULFURIC ACID FUMES TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT, MAKING PASSENGERS ILL. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK *ML

May 30, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY LOCATED IN THE BACK OF THE REAR SEAT HAS GONE BAD, AND CAUSING SULFURIC ACID FUMES TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT, MAKING PASSENGERS ILL. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK *ML

Feb 26, 2000 Structure

TRUNK LID FALLS ON PERSON'S HEAD, CAUSING INJURY. CAUSED BE WEAK SPRING DESIGN IN UP POSITION. *AK

Feb 26, 2000 Structure

TRUNK LID FALLS ON PERSON'S HEAD, CAUSING INJURY. CAUSED BE WEAK SPRING DESIGN IN UP POSITION. *AK

Jan 24, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM WARNING CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED PARTIAL LOSS OF STEERING/BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL. THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO SLOW VEHICLE OR TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM GOING AROUND A CURB TOO FAST. CONTACTED DEALER AND M...

Jan 24, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP THE SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM WARNING CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED PARTIAL LOSS OF STEERING/BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL. THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO SLOW VEHICLE OR TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM GOING AROUND A CURB TOO FAST. CONTACTED DEALER AND M...