1990 Pontiac Grand Prix body problems

Filed Oct 19, 2007 · Body, Steering · 260,000 miles · WI

Rear subframe retainers rusted out causing engine/transaxle to drop and steering shaft to separate causing loss of control where the vehicle ended up in the on coming lane of traffic. The retainers have been replaced at least once before. Replacement parts have the same defect as the original parts. I don't believe that is a solution. One gm dealer (don miller in madison) denied any knowledge of a recall. Another gm dealer said gm will offer a couple hundred dollars and take the car, but there is no repair option. Your person I spoke with at the (888) phone number directed be to a gm (800) number who could not find any information even though I gave them the recall number. In addition to the bolts and retainers that are "covered", the rubber cushions and top retainers were unable to be found and will require replacement. I have ordered the parts at a cost of about $110 and a $60 tow bill plus any labor charge I incur. Looking over the number of these failures on your site, it is amazing to me that no accidents have resulted that have been reported. I wonder how many have occurred and the cause was not discovered. It seems to me that the recall should be continued to inspect vehicles that have been "repaired" with the same defective parts.

Filed Jan 6, 2005 · Body · RI

Recall campaign, having some problems with recalls never received. *bf the rear cradle bolts pulled through the retainers due to corrosion. Recall# 00v189000. *sc

Filed Feb 19, 2004 · Body · 74,987 miles · MI

Consumer stated that while waiting at an atm engine fell out of vehicle. Consumer had vehicle towed to the mechanic, who said that the cradle bolts rusted. Consumer indicated he never received a recall notice. But when he called gmc he was told that this vehicle was included in the recall.

Filed Jun 26, 2002 · Body · MA

Rear left and right carriage bolts pulled through retainers, causing the steering shaft to split and the engine cradle to drop to the ground. Pontiac admits responsibility and also agreed to provide work according to "warranty" I.e. Pontiac will absorb the cost of repair. Work done by russ at woburn, mass. Pontiac. The gm rep spoke with my husband several times, indicating pontiac's responsibility and that the work was being done as a recall. However, when the work was completed and the car was ready to be picked up, gm's final word was handed down and they refuse to absorb the cost (800‑762‑2737 file #s19313957). The cost of the repair is $620.00 (which includes an inflated tow charge of $115.00 -- the actual cost of the tow according to the driver is $65.00). My normal driving habits take me 15 miles to and from work on the highway, if this had happed on a weekday and I was travelling at my usual average rate of speed of 70 MPH I would be have been seriously injured or dead. I expect to be fully compensated for this failure as a good faith gesture that pontiac stands behind their vehicles even after 10 years. It appears that the bolts loosened themselves from the carriage. This is a serious safety defect, which pontiac is responsible to correct both professionally and financially. Prior to the engine falling onto the ground, this was a dependable, excellent running vehicle. I can only hope that there was no damage to the engine when the bolts failed. Your intervention is appreciated.

Filed Apr 10, 2002 · Body · MI

Engine cradle had rotted out underneath frame. There is recall 10946 00 v 189 000. Please provide any further information.

Filed Feb 21, 2001 · Body · MI

Retainer and insulater that hold engine cradle had to be replaced due to rust. Manufacturer will be notified.*ak three of the four retainer rusted out compeletely. Eventhough there was a recall, this vehicle was not in the list.

Filed Jan 26, 2001 · Body · OH

Consumer received recall 00v189, however in 1999 the repair was completed by someone other than gm, consumer submitted bill for refund and was denied due to the replacement parts were not gm parts.

Filed Dec 26, 2000 · Airbags, Body · MI · crash · 1 injury

While driving 30mph hit a tree and front was in a v shape after accident. Air bags did not deploy. Radiator and hood were no good. *ak the bumper was split in half and the hood buckled in a 45 degree angle.

Filed Dec 7, 2000 · Body · OH

Consumer paid for the repairs for the frame mounts for recall 00v189, consumer requests reimbursement.

Filed Nov 22, 2000 · Body · NH

Consumer received recall #00v189000/ front engine cradle bolts which was postmarked 9-27-00. Consumer contacted tulley buick /pontiac and made 2 appointments which dealer cancelled . Dealer advised consumer that no parts were available, and would have to wait about 3 weeks or longer. In meantime consumer should not drive vehicle . Consumer felt this recall was not being done in a timely manner.