The ABS pump and motor quit pumping because they get hot, small metal pieces are present in the brake fluid tank. The anti-lock lite flashes and the pump wont shut off leaving the car with diminished braking. It also causes other related problems with the ign. Switch getting hot and the car not starting, also people trying to replacing their batteries and alternators because the system is over heated from the drain of the electric ABS power booster pump running all the time.
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix: ABS light or ABS activating
14 of the 176 complaints about the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
The ABS never works. The warning light is always on or flashing and the dealer told me this happens to all of the 1989-1990 grand prix. They said it would be around $1000 to fix and probably wouldn't last very long before it was broken again.
Unaccettable prices on replacement part and no rebuild part available. Master and ABS pump comibination in excess of $3500 to replace. No availalbe parts to rebuild from any sources. Only new parts to replace bad, most have same failure, leak due to crack in aluminum housing.
Abs braking system failed completely. High pressure pump stopped running and left absolutely no braking capability. Check ABS light had flashed earlier, but had gone out. Owners manual gives the impression that service brake will continue to function, but it did not.
Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing the pedal to travel to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also problems with the struts which broke and needed to be replaced. In addition, electrical system malfuctioned, causing headlights and instrument lights to go on and off, affecting visibility and may result in an accident.
The ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the ABS system to be inoperative. But the brakes do work. Had ABS parts replaced, but problem reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine problem. Cause unknown. Please provide details.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in normal conditions, pedal goes to the floor and brakes fail to stop vehicle, causing an extended stopping distance. Please provide any details.
When the brakes are applied the ABS shorts out , the vehicle slows down but will not come to a complete stop, causing the driver to collide . The dealer has replaced and repaired the ABS system prior to the incident.
Owner has ABS brakes,he states that brake fluid leaks out and that when vehicle is being driven on ice the ABS does not function correctly.owner further notes that the brake piston used in these type of vehicles is too long which causes excess back pressure, resulting brake leakage and loss of brakes.
Abs brake failure; when driving dashboard red light came on first and then yellow light, brakes began to grab, in for reapairs, replaced ABS system.
Abs brakes: rear brakes are rusting. Had to replace caliper, brake pads, rear rotors three times. Tt the vehicle makes clunking noise at left rear. Hot smell comes when shifting the over drive.
The ABS anti-lock brake light came on purchased car new . Tt
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Questions about the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix?
14 of 176 owner complaints about the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (8%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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