2000 Pontiac Grand Prix: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Aug 2, 2006 · Steering, Suspension · 100,099 miles · PA

Car started making a cluncking noise. Parked car till social security check came in. Took car to garage where I found out that I need a sway bar, control arm bushing and tie rod (right side). Upon calling for prices, I found out that many cars of this model are having the same problem. I think they got a bad batch of sway bars. Being on disability, the cost are outrageous and the repairs have not been made as of yet, leaving disabled people with no transportation for medical care.

Filed May 7, 2005 · Body, Engine · 30,000 miles · AL

Numerous issues 1. Heater core went out around 60,000 miles. 2. Dexcool "gelled" and caused the above. 3. Stereo has malfunctioned since 36,000 miles. 4. Tie rod end wore out around 30,000 miles-took to dealership a couple of times and "they couldn't determine cause" of "noise and rattling". I took it to a tire company/service center and they fixed the problem. 5. Numerous interior floodings-water comes in at the firewall and floods the interior carpet-has mold, and deterioration from it. 6. Headlamps are yellow and nontransparent-the lights are not working properly because it can't shine through. 7. Headlamp assemblies are holding water. 8. Fog lamps went out right after purchasing the car and one of them burned the plastic assembly that holds it causing it to not work at all, disfigured now. 9. Rear spoiler is not attached correctly and seems to be the cause of water entering the trunk lid.

Filed Nov 22, 2003 · Body, Suspension · 25,300 miles · MD

Problem with bouncing front end originally. Had wheels balanced, didn't fix problem. Then hard to turn as if power steering wasn't working and also a clunking noise when turning the steering wheel. First they replaced a tie rod assembly, but this did not correct the hard steering problem. Had to leave the vehicle at the dealer for more than a week for them to get parts to fix the rack and pinion steering. Also had a problem with water inside my heater/AC causing an accumulation of water and malfunctioning of the fan and causing water on the passenger side floor. Have also had to have a side mirror motor replaced. I fortunately have an extended warranty. I purchased my vehicle new in feb 2000. I only has 25,000 miles on it and there sure has been a lot of things happening to it. I have also had water leaking into the trunk which was a bad seal around the rim of the trunk and spoiler and a leak near my sunroof which was unable to be diagnosed.

Filed Jan 27, 2003 · Engine, Steering · 39,181 miles · NC

2000 pontiac grant prix gt bought in august 2000, problems include: 1) 22-july-2002, (36,040 miles), tie rod worn badly, had excessive clearance and needed to be replaced. 2) 30-september-02, (38,697 miles), serpentine belt (I understand general maintenance for this particular problem). 3) 21-oct-2002, (39,181 miles), replaced intake manifold. In the 3 incidents above, I understand changing a serpentine belt when needed, but for my tie rod to be worn and replaced within 2 yrs of owning this vehicle is not a normal maintenance item for a practically brand new car. The intake manifold being replaced around the same time is just unheard of. The intake manifold's from what I understand from the gm dealer are made of plastic, which then I was told that plastic is a better "heat sink" than metal is! I am an engineer and work with metals and plastics all the time and know for sure that metal is a much better heat sink than plastic is. Plastic melts with heat! My car repeatably stalls at red lights, stop signs, turning corners, and sometimes just stalls when I'm driving down the road. I really shouldn't have to keep bringing my car for repairs, it's practially brand new and I pay nearly $400/month to have these on going problems! Currently my driver side rear brake caliper is bent and was told that it's going to cost me $500 to replace 2 calipers (because I guess one just can't be replaced without replacing the other back one) . I take good care of my car, with regular cleanings, oil changes and general maintenance. I'm weary of taking my car on extended trips out of town for the fear that it's going to leave me stranded. If there is any way, I could get a response from you asap, it would be very much appreciated. Thanks very much for your time and consideration. Sincerely, robert sweeney

Filed Dec 7, 2001 · Body, Steering · MI

There is a rattling noise in the front end of vehicle, after being inspected by dealer it was determined that inner tie rods were loose. *ak consumer stated that the rear door w/strips failed, mud is coming up through the door jam.