The check engine light had come on. The intake manifold had to be replaced and there were problems with the electrical system. *sc the electrical problems the consumer had were with the doors, the battery, seat belt warning light and the interior lights and the fuel pressure regulator was bad.
1996 Pontiac Bonneville electrical complaints
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Last weekend when I was driving my pontiac bonneville registration tag [xxx], nj license plate has a [xxx] back door pops open accidentally. Surprisingly I call the gm dealer and found this vehicle is not equipped with door open warning. This feature is very common in very cheap basic cars, where as large big car is missing. Being a full size family sedan, I was expecting to see this type of basic safety warning system when this car has sunroof, antilock brakes, leather seats, traction control and climate control etc. It was good that my eleven-year kid had a safety belt on at time it had occurred. I do not want to same thing happen to other drivers and live in fear weather or not car is really locked or not. I am really not feeling comfortable to drive this vehicle with whole family. I appreciate your immediate help. Thanks, [xxx] updated 07/27/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
While driving at aprx 40mph the car lost all power, and the steering wheel locked up. This happened twice within 3 weeks. The brakes still worked ,and it was a straight road so was able to stop the car without causing any accidents or injury.*ak stearing wheel and pedals shake between 65 and 75mph. Mechanic found that smaller bracket of the drive wheel has become loose. Replaced the bracket. Worked fine for about 2 weeks...then shaking started to come back...will be taking it to the mechanic again..
Car was at aproximately 87000. Turned the car on, there was a loud explosion and smoke came out from under the hood, didnt see any flames, popped open the hood, and smoke just continued to pile out. Engine light came on, and the mechanic found the engine was on its last breath. Had engine relaced for a used engine with 4500 miles on it for $1500. Soon after the engine the alternator started to die, where just by standing next to the car you can hear metal to metal grinding noise coming from it. Paid $100 to get new alternator. Right after alternator the eg r valve died, had it replaced, another $300 spent. Now come spedometer saying 99000 but the second engine only having 60000 the serpentine belt cracked and worn out beyong believe. Another $75 spend. While having that replaced the mechanic pointed out puddles of oil on the engine, thus the manifolds/gasket on engine#2 will soon need to have work done.should I contact the local dealer about the gaskets leaking...does it relate to the recall that was made on the manifolds.
When the key was placed in the ignition, it did not turn over.
While driving and without warning, vehicle all of a sudden lost all power, consumer coasted to the side of the road and stopped, however consumer could not get out of the vehicle, the doors would not open, she could slide the door latch, but the lock would release, none of the power windows worked, consumer was informed that the doors were reprogrammed so they all open manually from the inside. Dealer found battery cables dirty and corroded.
Battery leaked acid, and positive terminal fell off from side of battery, battery acid covered battery case, covered distributor and possible brake lines. Opened file with pontiac #00775631
The security system which came with vehicle prevented driver from starting or restarting vehicle after being parked for some time. Would finally start vehicle. Took vehicle to dealership twice for security problems. Mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
Vehicle experiences electrical problems. Sometimes when driving down the road all the interior lights come on and stay on. Also radio operates erratically.
The horn is very difficult to operate. Excessive effort is needed to get the horn to work.
When depressing the center horn pad, the pad became very difficult to depress and also locate. Consumer also stated the volume is too low. Consumer has contacted the dealer. *ak there is no sound when depressed at horn symbols.
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