I took my 2002 Pontiac to Thompson Chevrolet, located in Patterson, CA., for a recall that was not needed since the engine was rebuilt. My car had no issues and was operating just as it was when first bought. It was running excellent. On March 20, 2025, after I got my car back I noticed my gas gauge going up rapidly and not reading accurately. My car was also not accelerating as it was before but hesitates and jumps as it changes gears. It also has a small oil leak since I got it back. I complained to them and have reported this to the Better Business Bureau and have gotten no positive results. My car can pass a smog test, but, it has an oil leak, the gas gauge is not working since they worked on it and it hesitates upon acceleration. All since March 20th, 2025. Can you help me with this problem regarding the authorized dealership.
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical problems
57 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 85,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 57
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 85,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Ignition7
- Wiring: interior/under dash4
- Ignition: switch4
- Wiring: front underhood1
- Wiring1
- Ignition: anti-theft: control module1
- Alternator/generator/regulator1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Pontiac Grand Prix electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Loss of brake lamp illumination
The agency's analysis of gm's complaint and warranty data for the subject vehicles, including a comparison with other agency and manufacturer data pertaining to other vehicle brake lamp investigations, indicated a low failure history for the subject vehicles.this investigation included a review and analysis of data for relevant brake lamp malfunctions that require replacement of the multifunction switch (mfs) module.the hazard warning switch is an integral part of the mfs module.other components that affect brake lamp illumination such as wiring, bulb sockets, and the plunger-type brake lamp switch, were not a part of this investigation.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified and this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety defect does not exist.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
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What 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The night of the incident I was driving to my brother's house when I pulled over lifted the hood it burst into flames
Ii had a no engine crank-no dashboard lights, intermintent start. Cwas parked nad not moving. The problem I caused by the the ignition switch and pass key system. Gm had this problem in 2004 on the colbolt. 6deaths due to loss of enginepower, steering and power brakes. I will not drive this car,till iget it repaired. I am the origional owner with 40000 miles use.
My vehicle started acting funny when I would turn on my heat the dash lights go off they said it is a faulty ignition switch
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire without warning. The fire department extinguished the fire. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, she noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and discovered that the coolant and engine oil was low. The contact refilled the fluids and the vehicle was restarted. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was started, smoke emitted from the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was leaking coolant and engine oil and the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also mentioned that the ignition locked and the ignition key failed to be removed from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 191,000. Updated 03/15/16*lj
Ignition switch is bad. Sometimes it starts and sometimes it does not. I have already replaced the starter and the problem persists.
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 pontiac grand prix. While driving through an intersection at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle on the front driver side. The air bags failed to deploy. Prior to the crash, the ignition switch failed. The contact sustained shoulder and head injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000. The VIN was not provided. Updated 09/09/15*lj updated 12/11/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand prix. Approximately ten minutes after the vehicle was parked, it caught fire. The contact did not disclose who extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand prix. After parking the vehicle, the key failed to release out of the ignition and the shift light illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the ignition start switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.
Questions about the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical
Does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 57 complaints about the electrical of the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 85,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Pontiac Grand Prix have the most electrical problems?
The Pontiac Grand Prix model years with the most electrical complaints are 2004 (107 complaints), 1997 (88 complaints) and 2007 (68 complaints).
Other 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Engine 148Brakes 26Fuel system 25Lights 24Visibility 20Transmission 18Steering 12Suspension 12Airbags 11Body 10Acceleration 7Seat belts 6Wheels 4Tires 3Locks 2Driver assistance 1Seats 1
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