I have a problem I drop my car off at the Chevy dealership to get a recall done and they only did one value cover when there are two value cover both was leaking so why only one got change that don't make any since when both value cover leaks oil too cause a fire just like the recalls says it will do so something need too get done because if my car caught fire then I'm sueing y'all for it because y'all made the recalls
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix engine problems
122 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 119,212.
- owner complaints
- 122
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 119,212
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Engine: gasoline25
- Engine14
- Cooling system5
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe3
- Engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger2
- Cooling system: fan2
- Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor1
- Exhaust system1
At what mileage
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Pontiac Grand Prix engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix engine
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Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, and 15V‑201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
- Risk
- Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- The remedy applied under recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, and 15V‑201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, or 15V‑201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1‑800‑442‑6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1‑800‑458‑8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Recall number 15V701000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 buick regal, my 1998-2003 chevrolet lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 naturally aspirated engine. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking.
- Risk
- If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engines plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2016. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, and pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668 or http://www.pontiac.com or http:www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V116000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 207,542 my 1997-2003 buick regal and pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l supercharged v-6 engine. These vehicles have higher front rocker cover gasket temperatures, creating the potential for earlier degradation of the front rocker cover gasket and eventual oil seepage.
- Risk
- Certain underhood fires may be caused by drops of engine oil, from seepage or spillage, being deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking. If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and, in some instances, the fire may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engines plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension, along with the 1-3-5 spark plug wire retainers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2016. , free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2016. Until the remedy is completed, gm strongly recommends that owners observe the following important precautions (1) that owners do not park their vehicle in a garage, car port, or other structure; (2) if owners notice a burning odor, they should have their dealer inspect the vehicle. The dealer will inspect the vehicle without charge; (3) use premium fuel (91 octane or higher) in the vehicle as recommended in the vehicle's owner manual. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V118000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Engine compartment fires
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What 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that he noticed oil spots on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact then stated that upon inspection, he checked under the vehicle and noticed that oil was leaking from the valve cover gasket. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that a recall for the failure had been previously performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
1998 pontiac grand prix. Consumer writes in regards to replacement parts not available to complete front valve cover and gasket recall notice. *smd
Car caught fire in my driveway and was destroyed on 04/05/2016, engine fire. My driveway was fried, imprint of car still there. I filed a claim with gm last year.,have not heard a thing since. Vehicle loss was $2800 driveway repair is $3200
Returned to work from lunch went inside started back to work with in 10 minutes co workers was telling me my car was on fire fire department arrived minutes later put the fire out fire department said fire started in front part of engine compartment I believe it was caused by the recall on my vehicle that was never completed.
Tl* the contact owned a 1998 pontiac grand prix. After the vehicle was driven 50 miles, it suddenly caught fire soon after being parked. The fire department was called and the fire was extinguished. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. A police report was filed. The contact received a recall notification after the fire occurred for the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v118000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 1998 pontiac grand prix. While driving 67 MPH, the vehicle shook violently. The contact coasted to the side of the road and noticed flames under the hood. The vehicle caught fire, which was extinguished by the contact. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. There were no injuries and a report was not filed. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.
There are a lot of recalls on my poniac grand prix se. They have affected the safety of myself and my child. The steering fluid leaks from the car after something was replaced on a recall a while back. Recently while I was in traffic my car stopped going and overheated a lot. This car always runs hot. It may have something to do with the most recent recall. But this car will no longer even start up. How do I find out if the recalls are responsible for my car breaking down on me? Also in the letter I received in the mail said to park my car and not drive it. Yet the didn't have the parts in to replace and fix the issue. Is there a way to be compensated for this. I need a reliable car and really wish I hadn't purchased one with so many issues.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand prix. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer was unable to determine when the second notification letter would be sent by the manufacturer to determine when the parts would be available. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand prix. The contact noticed oil emerging from the rear valve cover of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired on march 7, 2016 for the front valve cover gasket. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 119,212.
Questions about the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix engine
Does the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix have engine problems?
Owners have filed 122 complaints about the engine of the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix, 24% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 119,212 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix engine?
Yes, 3 recalls: 15V701000, 09V116000, 08V118000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Pontiac Grand Prix have bad engine?
The Pontiac Grand Prix model years with the most engine complaints are 2000 (223 complaints), 1999 (201 complaints) and 1997 (180 complaints).
Other 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Lights 92Steering 89Electrical 51Visibility 48Brakes 35Airbags 24Transmission 21Fuel system 20Seat belts 14Suspension 12Acceleration 11Body 8Seats 8Tires 2Wheels 2Locks 1
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