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2000 Pontiac Bonneville brakes problems

16 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints
16
of this car's complaints
7%
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    7
  • Foundation components
    3
  • Pedals and linkages
    1
  • Foundation components: disc: rotor
    1
  • Foundation components: disc: pads
    1
  • Foundation components: disc: caliper
    1
  • Antilock: ABS warning light
    1
  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Pontiac Bonneville brakes problems in other years

1990199520002004

Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Grinding brakes 8

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsReported April 17, 2000 · 8,132 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have internal fluid leaks in the brake hydraulic control unit.
Risk
When the rear brake proportioning, antilock brake, traction control, or stability control feature is activated in some driving situations, the feature may not perform as designed.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ABS hydraulic modulator unit and if necessary, replace the hydraulic modulator.

Recall number 00V114000 · Recall details

What 2000 Pontiac Bonneville owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 25, 2006 · Brakes · 43,000 miles · OH

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.

Filed May 3, 2005 · Brakes · 56,850 miles · 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 $438.66, connector part # 12084595 cost $.63.

Filed Oct 15, 2004 · Brakes, Transmission · NE

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 driver informed the mechanic this problem still occurred and has not been resolved. Please fill in additional information.

Filed Jul 30, 2004 · Brakes, Visibility · 57,000 miles · OK

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.

Filed Dec 15, 2003 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 60,000 miles · 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. Dealership serviced the vehicle 4 times, only temporary fixes had been done, problem still exists.

Filed Oct 10, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · NY

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 turning, the dealer replaced the steering shaft. The right rear brake light bulb was blown. *mr

Filed Oct 10, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · NY

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 states that the brakes shimmey and the pedal is soft-rear rotor were found out of round, and refaced the front rotors. The pulsation in brakes were checked, and had been cut three times due to the front rotors-replaced.

Filed Jun 24, 2002 · Brakes, Driver assistance · IN

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 in new castle in.. They tell me the problem is fixed and two to three weeks later the same problem is happening.

Filed Jun 21, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · OK

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 braking. Dealer has fixed all problems, but the warranty is about to expire and now a rear seat belt latch has quit working. I have a national gm claim no. Which was obtained back in january 2002, c06145322. I have asked for an extension of the warranty due to all the problems encurred on this vehicle, but that has been denied. I would have to purchase an extended warranty for over $2,000. We should not have had so many problems with a brand new vehicle. Please respond either by email or letter. Larry neubauer

Filed May 2, 2002 · Brakes · CT

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 slowing the vehicle. Consumer has been informed that it is possible there is a problem with the torque convertor.

Questions about the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville brakes

Does the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 16 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Pontiac Bonneville brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V114000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Pontiac Bonneville have bad brakes?

The Pontiac Bonneville model years with the most brakes complaints are 1992 (46 complaints), 1993 (45 complaints) and 1995 (25 complaints).

Other 2000 Pontiac Bonneville problems

Visibility 58Steering 47Engine 42Electrical 32Transmission 18Fuel system 13Suspension 11Body 10Airbags 5Seats 5Tires 5Acceleration 4Lights 4Wheels 3Driver assistance 2Locks 1Seat belts 1

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