Oil leak from rear valve cover, recall to replace front cover but rear was leaking also, paid dealer to replace. Should have been included in the recall.
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix engine complaints
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2000 pontiac grand prix with recall for engine oil leak. Mechanic determined that there was a major oil leak. Consumer had the head gasket repaired. He then received a recall for this problem. Manufacturer will only reimburse partial. *kb the problem was the valve cover gasket which needed to be replaced. The consumer had the repairs made at a local repair shop. Gm informed the consumer that only a partial reimbursement would be made because had the dealer performed the repairs, it would have only taken an hour to complete.
There is a recall on the car for leaking rocker cover gaskets which may lead to fires. The recall only covers the front gasket (seemingly because it is cheaper and easier to replace) yet both gaskets leak. The rear gasket is leaking worse than the front but the recall doesn't cover the repair.
Received recall notice on my 2000 pontiac grand prix for valve cover gasket leak. Upon taking it in for inspection by gm dealer found out both valve cover gaskets were defective. The recall notice was for only the front value cover gasket. I took it in and had the repairs done but they would not replace the rear valve cover gaskets even though it leaks. The car only has 49,000 mile on it so I don't feel this should be happening.
2000 pontiac grand prix gtp with recall for front rocker cover gasket temperatures. Consumer states that the mechanic who looked over the vehicle noticed two other head gasket leaks. *kb the mechanic stated the other rocker cover gasket was leaking as well as the intake gasket.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. He also noticed a leak coming from the valve cover gaskets. He took the vehicle to the dealer and had the valve covers replaced. A year after the repairs were made, he began to notice spots and leaks on the floor again, as well as smoke from the engine compartment. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they replaced the lower intake gaskets and the super charger gaskets at 65,000 miles. The contact called gmc to explain how he felt that the other gaskets should have also been replaced and included in the recall. He feels that gmc did not address his issues properly. The failure mileage was 58,000 and current mileage was 72,000. Updated 07/10/08. *lj updated
2000 pontiac grand prix caught fire. Consumers insurance company would like to know who is handling this case.
There is a strong musty smell, most noticeable in the warmer weather months. Have noticed water coming into the front area by drivers right foot and passengers left foot area. I am almost certain that it is coming from the air conditioning. Musty smell is most likely from the carpet getting wet and producing the odor.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. The contact noticed an oil leak in his engine. The dealer stated that a recall will be issued soon regarding this failure; however, there was no specific date and a free repair is not yet available. If the contact wants to have his vehicle repaired now, he would have to pay for the repair and be reimbursed later. The failure mileage was 100,000 and current mileage was 102,529.
Received service advisory from pontiac two weeks ago. Contacted local pontiac dealer and was told it was not a recall at that point and to wait for the recall notice in the mail. My 2000 pontiac gtp went up in flames this afternoon due to the exact issue outlined in the service advisory. Due to pontiacs refusal to correct their safety issue, my car is totaled, and I am out thousands of dollars. Through research I discovered , that I am not the only one that has had this happen to them, some 267 cases reported on the internet, many have filed complaints with pontiac and your agency as well, with no results. I am hoping that someone would be willing to help resolve this problem. I am thankful my six year old daughter was not in the car at the time of the fire. I would appreciate your response to this complaint.
2000 pontiac grand prix 3.8l v6 december 10, 2007 observed low coolant during routine oil/filter change. Filled coolant reservoir and performed oil/filter change. December 12 callaremi, 385 rt. 46 east hackettstown nj 0784 pontiac: took car for repair of coolant leak. Dealer failed to diagnose issue and was told the car was fine. March 15th 2008, low coolant light indicator came on. Proceeded to performed routine oil/filter change and added coolant. March 21st 2008, experienced rough start and ticking noise. The noise was constant during cold start and remained after engine reached operating temperature. March 24th 2008, took car back to callaremi for service of engine ticking noise. Was told noise was due to a # 3 cylinder intake lifer collapsed and bent push rod. I proceeded to argue that failure to service car according to tsb 03-06-01-016 'loss of coolant, milky colored oil caused either excessive wear of the lifter or created hydroloc condition'. Tsb clearly indicates problems with intake gaskets and recommends replacement if coolant loss is not found to be caused by an external link (I.e. Probable cause internal coolant leak). Repairs for single lifter/rod/rocker arm was $1010.00.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. The contact received a safety notice for the engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe. The manufacturer would not assist because the issue had not yet been escalated into a recall. Additionally, the parts were unavailable to perform the necessary repairs. The safety notice stated that oil on the manifold may cause a fire. The contact is aware of the safety risk involved. There had been no failure to date. The approximate current mileage was 70,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix gtp. After parking the vehicle, the consumer was notified that it was smoking. When her boyfriend opened the hood sparks and fire were present. The passenger used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire. The fire department was also present. The dealer stated that there were no recalls related to her VIN. There was a news report related to recall (08v118000) for 1997-2003 grand prixs in relation to the underhood fires. The current and failure mileages were 88,000. Updated 04-07-08
Engine compartment fire after car was parked in a parking lot.
I was driving and my engine caught on fire. I was able to stop the vehicle and put out fire. Insurance company states engine fires was covered under my insurance, but only corrected what melted(engine cover, oil filler/cap, gasket cover, plugs and wiring). I still do not have any idea what started the fire or whether or not the fire will happen again. My engine is stalling and it still smell like something is burning.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that flames erupted from the engine compartment approximately 15 minutes after she parked. The fire destroyed the vehicle. As of february 25, 2008, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer offered to have the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 188,000.
Well I drove to town and came home everything was good came in the house a few mins later I opened my back door and saw that my 2000 pontiac grand prix gt was on fire. It was a great car and my only car. I just don't know what happen!!??
I was just driving through my home town when I stopped at a stop sign and noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. I then proceeded to the gas station less than a block away and when pulling in I felt the car begin to lose power and "miss". When I stopped at the gas station I opened the hood immediately and saw the flames coming from under the hood, I then went into the gas station and got a bucket of water and put out the flames. At this time total damage is unknown however I can tell you that several plastic pieces were damaged along with wiring and the car hood from the heat.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. The vehicle caught fire and was completely destroyed after being parked for fifteen minutes. The fire also destroyed three other vehicles. The fire department stated that the fire originated from the engine compartment and they filed a report. The contact has current pictures of the vehicle. The powertrain was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 130,000.
Car was driven ~ 6 miles, parked and turned off. Approximately 10 minutes later, smoke was coming out of the hood and a small fire was found on the front of the engine. The fire was put out with a fire extinguisher. After waiting ~30 minutes, the car was driven to the nearest service station where it awaits inspection.
My husband driving veh frwy, going approx. 65-70 MPH when all dash lights went out. As he was pulling over he saw smoke coming from under hood on the drivers side. He opened the hood and there were flames coming from left side of engine. There were flames coming from the wheel wells. My vehicle was total loss from this. There were no prior indications of any problems. This vehicle has had numerous issues with popping noise in front end when steering to the left. Water on passenger floorboard, no apparent reason.
2000 pontiac grand prix gtp vehicle caught on fire in engine compartment minutes after ignition was turned off resulting in total loss of the vehicle. Also damage to the interior of the garage where vehicle was parked.
Pulled into parking lot. Smelled smoke. Engine was on fire.
Today about 15 minutes after parking my 2000 pontiac grand prix (gtp - supercharged), it was identified by a passerby as smoking and on fire. By the time the fire department could put it out, the care was destroyed. In looking online this is clearly a manufacturer defect (literally hundreds of repored fires). I am glad to see the investigation into this engine fire problem - but after ove a decade of reports, its clear that this hazzard has been long ignored and could cost lives in addition to property.
On the 16th of december 2007, my wife just got back from walmart. We unloaded some groceries and some christmas presents. We were in the house for 10-15 minutes when I notice an orange glow on our siding. I looked out the front door and saw her car on fire. I called 911 grabbed a water hose and notice that my truck was starting to smoke. I yelled at my wife to move my truck and I started to try to put the fire out until the fire department. They showed up 10-15 minutes later. And that was after my wife went and found them trying to locate our house. It took them to pop the hood open with a pry bar to be able to put the fire out. Everything under the hood was burnt and the fire started to melted the dash board. We consider ourselves very blessed that it wasn't park in the garage. My truck suffer a melted headlight, turn signal, bumper, bug shield, and some paint bubbled on the front passenger side fender.
Wife went shopping, numerous stops totaling +/- 15 miles. At final stop of +/- 15 minutes, came out of store to find fire dept. At her vehicle which had major fire in engine compartment. Fire was contained to engine compartment since passerby had seen fire and was able to put out with fire ext.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the contact noticed smoke underneath the hood. The vehicle then shut off and veered to the side of the road. Black smoke and flames appeared. The fire department arrived at the scene. There were no injuries. The dealer was not notified of the fire. The insurance company stated that the vehicle was destroyed. There is an open investigation (ea07008) regarding vehicle fires. The current and failure mileages were 155,000.
Engine caught on fire after wide drove car for less then five minutes. The engine still runs and no parts have been replaced. It appears that one of the spark plug wires is torn right underneath the oil fill spout.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand prix. After being parked for ten minutes, the vehicle began to smoke underneath the hood and then caught fire. There were no prior warning indicators. The fire department extinguished the fire and a report is available. The contact reported the fire to his insurance company, but was unaware if the vehicle was destroyed. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 144,000.
On this morning (tuesday nov 27 2007) my 2000 pontiac grand prix gtp suffered an unexplained fire in the engine department. The fire happened after I drove to work. I arrived at my place of work, parked, went to my office, and about ten minutes later I received a call from our company security that my vehicle was burning. The vehicle has been regularly serviced and maintained according to the suggested schedule at a pontiac gmc dealer for the entire period that I have owned it (2001-present). There were no defects when driving and the car had been serviced only a couple weeks earlier. It has been driving without issue,so I am very surprised that it spontaneously ignited after being parked. I have read that this has happened to many other grand prix's and that the matter is under investigation. The engine compartment is damaged, but the first responders were able to extinguish the fire before it could spread to the rest of the car. The vehicle is available for inspection if that would help the investigation and I have some pictures as well.
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