Pontiac Bonneville fuel pump problems

Filed Apr 30, 2010 · Suspension · OH

Bought a 2002 pontiac bonneville 3 months ago. Within the month had to replace the left & right rear trailing arms at 700.00. Car seems to have a fuel pump problem because it doesn't always start-up feels like it is chocking. Lastly this past week as I turn left and sometimes right there is a popping noise like front bearings or tie rods. Is there a recall on any information stated above I would like to know.

Filed Mar 11, 2010 · Electrical · 97,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 pontiac bonneville. While driving at speeds of at least 10 MPH or while sitting idle, the vehicle would stall without warning. The power windows, seats and fuel pump would become inoperable as well. The contact would recharge the battery and once fully charged, the vehicle would operate normally for a short period of time before stalling again. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but they could not duplicate the failure. The failure persisted. The contact also stated that it would take several attempts to remove the key from the ignition when shutting off the engine. The vehicle was taken to a different mechanic where they could not duplicate the additional failures. The mechanic suggested that the ignition anti-theft controller was faulty and caused the vehicle to stall. Although there was a recall for the failure, (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 95v204000: electrical system: ignition: anti-theft controller), his VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 97,000 and the current was 98,000.

Filed Jul 31, 2005 · Electrical · 158,000 miles · FL

Electrical system problem. Windows quit working, directly related to engine not firing up. Also affects door chimes, security, seat controls, interior lighting. Multiple attempts of trying to fix problem, battery cables, battery, replacing ignition wires to no avail. Problem continues to worsen. Had to have towed to dealer, since local mechanics could not find initial problems. Car does not run at this time. I even put on a fuel pump(which didn't need replacing) due to shut off of motor. When windows quit working it also affects the fuel and spark. We think its in the computer and/or security system.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 82,449 miles · SC

The transmission failed at ~76,000 miles. Replaced at gm dealer with a remanufactured gm unit. 06/23/2001. Brake failure - warning light at 81,728 miles. Replaced master cylinder and rear wheel cylinders. Antilock brakes have always behaved strangely at times but have never failed to stop the car in a reasonable distance. 09/22/2001. Engine failure at 82,449 miles. Replacement engine installed at independent repair shop for $1400.00. . Repair leaking genuine gm replacement transmission. Side cover leaks severely, dealer advises out of warranty period and repair cost of $300+ for side pan gasket. Problem solved at local transmission shop (mr. Transmission) for $92.95. In addition the following no longer function or function improperly: fuel gauge does not work, refill based on mileage driven. Also the fuel pump whines very noticeably, can be heard plainly in the vehicle over the radio. Cost for repair of both at dealer: $600+ depending on parts required. Steering wheel controls for the radio do not function. Automatic headlight control will not turn headlights off after turning them on. Result - battery replacement. Now leave the control in the off position. Spring loaded center console door latch failed causing console door to remain open. Replaced console door and two vents that had broken for $124.66. Console door latch failed approximately one year later (same failure). Removed door spring so door now stays closed. Drivers side door lock jams when using key fob, have to use passenger side door. No longer use key fob, door unlocks properly when using the key. Within the past year the paint has began to peel on the top of the rear quarter panels and roof. I had a flat tire and went to retrieve the jack, which is located in the passenger side of the trunk. The jack is stored in a plastic case that is bolted to a bracket. Only one weld was made during manufacture allowing the bracket to break loose. The jack case now just lies in trunk.

Filed Jun 29, 2003 · Fuel system · 48,299 miles · AZ

Fuel pump.

Filed Apr 22, 2003 · Fuel system · 45,000 miles · SC · fire

Ref: the federal safety agency recall #96v116000, fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system. Previously I attempted to crank the 1996 bonneville and it made a loud noise like a shotgun being fired. My wife and daughter came out of the house and asked what made that sound. Today I was informed that the car had a cracked plenum,intake and it was going to cost over $600 to repair it. The car is at easley pontiac in easley, sc. I asked them wasn't this a typical problem with the 3.8l v-6 engine and the service manager said yes. I asked him about any recalls and he said no. I then went to the internet and checked your web page and found there was a recall, as referenced above. I then called gm pontiac service and spoke with ms. Tonya bristle and inquired about this specific recall. She called the dealership while I stayed on the telephone. She came back and stated that gm would not cover this repair because there were no recalls for the 1996 bonneville. She also said they would not cover it the repairs because they did not have maintenance records on the car and it was almost 7 years old. I do not agree with gm and think they should be responsible for the repairs due to the history of the same problem with nearly all of their 3.8l v-6 engines. Also, a couple of weeks ago I carried the same car to the same dealership because the car would cut off going down the interstate for no apparent reason. I called pontiac service and asked them about this. Neither one of them had a clue why this was happening. The service manager said he would replace the fuel pump but he would not guarantee the car would not cut off again. I wonder if these two incidents are related.

Filed Nov 15, 2002 · Fuel system · 124,000 miles · MN

This is a fuel leak directly onto the exhaust system from atop. The gas tank rusted through lines from fuel pump to gas lines to the engine. Gas leaks directly onto the top of exhaust. Fire hazard. -----dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis----------------769751.

Filed Apr 23, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · CO

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. Transmission does not shift correctly due to shift solenoid failure. Vehicle makes a popping noise from front end due to steering gear failure.

Filed Jan 23, 2002 · Fuel system · NY

While driving vehicle was losing fuel from gas tank, consumer took vehicle to a repair facility, and discovered that the top of fuel tank was corroded.*ak. The repair shop replaced the fuel pump, fuel tank sender, gas tank, and gas tank strap, all due to a gas leak.

Filed Mar 7, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · WI

Traveling @65 MPH engine just shut off. Would not start until 3 hours later then it was hard to start. Problem was determined to be ground under passenger seat. Car still was hard to start now the deal claims it is the fuel pump regulator. Very upset with this experience. Other problems seem to have cropped up due to this ground problem such as alternator failure, headlights failing to the on positon, power windows would not work and of course the failure of the fuel regulator. This ground seems to be a major problem and I am surprised there has not yet been a recall. The common thread can be seen in the complaints lodged on your internet site.