Takata recall ABS module makes a sound like it has a short in it when the brakes fail its hard to stop this happens everyday the ABS and traction lights stay on all the time when using the car
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owned a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v201000 (engine and engine cooling) and 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer had not supplied the parts to the unknown local dealer within a reasonable time frame and the contact experienced a fire related to one of the two manufacturer recalls. The dealer was not contacted. The contact had just left a refueling station and noticed a burning odor. After the vehicle was parked and the contact exited the vehicle, a fire started. A fire inspector extinguished the flames and stated that the fire entered the front passenger side of the vehicle under the dashboard. A fire report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed due to the failure and the insurance company towed the vehicle to their location. The insurance company advised the contact to check the status of the manufacturer recall. The vehicle owner contacted the manufacturer, but had not received a response. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
In an effort to have multiple outstanding safety recalls addressed on the subject vehicle, I contacted by phone a local gm dealer (lone star chevrolet, 18900 northwest freeway, jersey village, tx 77065 281‑517‑7733), whose contact information is listed in multiple recall notices received by me. I was informed by the dealer representative with whom I spoke that "they don't do recalls on this vehicle" and that I would need to contact some other gm dealership in order to have these safety recalls addressed.
My vehicle won't stop dieing then won't turn on! It try's turning over but won't work! I have change do sensors and did oil and everything I can think of please help!
System failure appears on dashboard lights flicker unable to control car on highway..now home and now will not even start a safety hazard
I purchased my vehicle, shortly after I brought it in to midas to have it looked at, after I was told extremely bad news that my vehicle had some major problems and it was going to cost a lot of money to fix it but luckily it's under a safety recall for my model make and year, although when I took it in to merit chevrolet I discussed my concerns with them about my vehicle and how a lot of the things discovered wrong with it, had to do with multiple of the recalls. The conversation got nowhere and they told me that since my VIN number wasn't on the recall that it was impossible for the problems discovered to be related to the recalls I was told were related and that there was nothing I can do, unless I wanted to call gm customer service. At this point I'm very frusterated and have already spent so much money on this vehicle and now I'm being told that although each problem I'm having is specified for my year make and model I'm unable to be helped. So also saying that later when this kills me, it will remain not important. I have the federal safety agency #'s of every problem I am experiencing... 15v7010000, 05v046000, 04v299000, 04v287000, 03v331000 and if someone could take me and the issues that my car is having seriously I'd love to bring it in. Merit chevrolet might have switched the valve cover, but they did nothing to resolve the issue of engine oil leaking in my manifold. I arrived there and left there with the same problem and safety hazard. My engine is still at risk of igniting fire and you'd think if someone is going to fix a problem, they would fix the problems that have resulted from that problem because my life is still at risk. (also I was unable to select more than 3 affected parts, and the one more affected is the steering)
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. When the ignition key was turned to the start position, the key failed to return to the run position. The contact stated that the failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000.
On march 16th 2016 while on the way to a doctors appt. We tried to used the right rear seat belt,however we could not get the seat belt to pull out so we could use it. On the way to the drs. Office we smelled a strong odor of oil and antifreeze in the car. When we got to drs. Office we noticed smoke coming from under the hood. So we let the car sit there until after the appt. When we got back to car we checked under the hood and could not find any oil of water leak, so my wife was driving me back home when the car completely cut off and stopped running,she had no control of the car at all. So I helped he turn the car off to road to the shoulder until it stopped. After looking I noticed the key was in the off position, I tried to start the car and it started right up I drove the car on home, and that's where it sits now!!! Please help!!! [xxx] 'information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that the original keys to the vehicle became inoperable while trying to open the doors and trunk of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the engine stalled and the steering wheel became inoperable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was unknown.
Cpsc:i1620250a. 2004 pontiac grand prix gt. Consumer stated the engine of the car caught on fire while sitting in the driveway of her home.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The vehicle leaked oil from the front end of the vehicle and there was an abnormal odor. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle sputtered when driving uphill. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there was an electrical short with the vehicle; however, the failure was not specified. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 158,853.
Driving on interstate at 70 MPH when suddenly heard a click as if key had been turned on ignition switch. Car immediately lost all power, radio, power steering and ABS. Was able to guide car to shoulder, avoiding a serious accident. This is 2nd occurrence at highway speed of this problem. Keys received recall retrofit but this appears to be related to initial problems described in original recall.
Car had key retrofit by dealer but ignition switch is turning off while car is in drive at full power. It is if the key is being turned off. All power to vehicle is lost. Obviously the key retrofit did not solve the problem. I believe the ignition switch itself is the issue.
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH downhill, the vehicle stalled and the contact lost all control of the vehicle. The vehicle continued downhill into an intersection, jumped a curb, and crashed into the bushes. The contact sustained neck, leg, and shoulder injuries that required medical attention. The passenger, who was pregnant, was released from the seat belt and thrown from the vehicle. The passenger sustained abdominal injuries that required medical attention and resulted in premature birth. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that the key was stuck within the ignition switch. The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 75 MPH, there was an abnormal noise and the steering wheel seized. In addition, the brake pedal was depressed but was stiff and failed to respond. As a result, the vehicle flipped twice and landed into a ditch. When the contact exited the vehicle, it was discovered that the engine was off. The vehicle failed to restart. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that the driver sustained a hand injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The vine was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v4000000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I was driving down the street and turned left my car slowed down like it wanted to stop then the AC was turned off automatically and my car started running hot..I went to o'reilly's & they didn't kno what was wrong..they said everything looked fine under the hood and nothing was low
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle failed to start and the auto theft system warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that the vehicle was unable to be serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) because the ignition key was incorrect. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 211,415.
Ignition switch very loose with key in or out. You could barely touch it and the voltage would drop causing car to try to turn off on its own. I replaced the cylinder and switch due to fear car would turn off by its self. Would like to be reimberssed $679.36 please keep me informed on recall of this problem. I have a open case on this matter
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving at approximately 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle did not stop. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized, the traction warning indicator illuminated, and all of the gauges on the instrument panel failed. The contact crashed the vehicle into a pole and the engine stalled. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
My mother was killed in a head on collision in a 2004 pontiac grand prix. She was traveling south bound on a street called hewitt when her left the lane for no known reason and hit a car traveling north bound head on dying with in seconds of the accident. The police did not know why this happened . There were no skid marks from braking nor gouges nor anything that showed she tried to brake or avoid hitting this car. I had just talked to her 20min before her death. Her left leg was broke as if she had applied great pressure to the brakes and her steering wheel was in a locked position causing her right arm to break. There is no known reason why her seat belt gave away because she was known to wear her seatbelt at all times I received a recall letter a year later about this vehicle but it was to late. My mother had an excellent driving record. This has been a tremendous loss!
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle, crashed into some leaves, and slid sideways down a hill. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained soreness in the back and knees that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 157,000.
While sitting at a stop light, smoke was coming seen from under the hood. Driver attempted to move vehicle to parking lot. While moving to parking lot, black smoke started coming into the passenger compartment via the air vents. Driver called 911, and fire department was able to contain the fire. The entire engine compartment was involved in the flames, and the car is a total loss. There had been no prior problems with the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). However, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle could be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition cylinder and key needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred on several occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 35 MPH and signaling to turn right, the high beams activated independently. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the failure was related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired because the part was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when the key was entered into the ignition. A locksmith informed the contact that a new ignition was required. The failure occurred on several occasions. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,119.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system), the key failed to turn in the ignition and fractured. The contact stated that prior to the recall remedy, the vehicle did not experience a failure related to the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 175,338.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition module failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 186,000.
Mailing christmas packages and stopped to fill up with gas. Went inside to use restroom, came back out and as I approached the car, I smelled an unusual odor. Got in, started it, noticed smoke coming up on outside of window on passenger side. Since I was parked next to the gas pumps, I elected to put it in drive and pull forward away from people and gas pumps, yelled at employees to call fire dept. As by this time the smoke was coming through the vents into the inside of the car. By the time the firemen arrived, the front of the car was engulfed in flames (I took 3 pictures to show progression of the fire) that was so hot that parts were melting onto the asphalt. The firemen had to use a crowbar to open the hood to get to the fire. I think that the car should have been included in the recall of the 2003 pontiac grand prix as the fire happened exactly as others describe - no problems running, no indication of trouble by way of warning lights. I'm just thankful that I didn't pull it into our attached garage at home.
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