The wiring harness caught fire. *jb the fire was due to a faulty wire harness behind the steering wheel from the light control switch. The entire switch was melted, especially the wire harness plug hat connected to the wiring harness directly to the switch.
1995 Pontiac Bonneville: fire, smoke or burning smell
8 of the 244 complaints about the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Lost exterior lights. I had no dash lights no running lights. Took to the garage and found out the headlight switch had melted. To me this is a defect. My car could have caught on fire.
We have replaced one lighting switch. The wire harness was melted. We asked about a recall on this 2 years ago when it happened. When it goes out we have no tail lights and no dash board lights. By the looks of other complaints we are not alone. With this many complaints about an electrical wiring default where is melts down like ours did or the cause of a fire why is there not a recall on such a dangerous thing. Would they rather be sued and be liable for deaths if a person is caught in their vehicle when it catches on fire. This is definitely an item that needs to be on the recall list.
When the consumer attempted to start the vehicle there was a loud bang and the consumer could see smoke coming from under the vehicle. A few seconds later the consumer noticed that the vehicle was on fire. The fire was extinguished by the drivers husband. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but was declined any type of assistance. The consumer referenced recall # 96v116000 but was told that her vehicle did not fit the scope of the recall. *m *scc
While driving smoke came out of the dashboard. Headlight switch and bracket were burned. Interior lights, headlights, and parking lights stopped functioning. Owner has made an appointment with the dealer for repairs.
The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall #95 v 204 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall, and consequently the vehicle caught on fire. *jb
Consumer states upper intake manifold caught on fire causing a explosion. Please provide any additional information. Ts referenced in ea02-030
Faulty headlight switches, caused headlight failure while driving at night. Replaced switch and noticed meltdown of switch wiring reoccurring, and notice a burning smell. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Electrical system
- This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco...
- Driveline vibration over 37 mph (replace prom)
- Heads up display and instrument cluster speed differences
- General motors has determined that certain 1995 pontiac bonneville model vehicles equipped with 3800...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville?
8 of 244 owner complaints about the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (3%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville?
There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
Headlights 31Stalling 22Door locks 10Engine failure 9ABS 8Brake failure 8Power steering loss 8Overheating 7
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