I was leaving driveway in january 2018 and lost all power steering. No recent crashes, or work done on car. Recent inspection which it passed. Attempted to see if power steering was empty and it was not. Still no power steering. Caused loss of income from job.
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix: sudden loss of power
9 of the 454 complaints about the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 125,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 72 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Sudden loss of power by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and the contact noticed smoke underneath the hood. The contact opened the hood and found the engine in flames. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed . The police were at the scene, but did not know of any police report filed. The contact sustained a minor burn that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed by a private towing company. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v400000 (electrical system) and 15v201000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and planned to investgate. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
When driving home from work, I was in the center lane of the highway, when there was a loss of power in my 04 grand prix, the display showed "loss of power to the engine" there were trucks on either side, luckily I was able to get to the side of the road by dodging the vehicles coming up behind me. I called my mechanic and explain the condition, he knew exactly what was wrong because he said he fixes them all the time. The speed sensor in the accelerator pedal losses connection with the throttle body and loss of power is the result. If this same problem occurred on a toyota they would have recalled the vehicles and fixed the problem. I guess gm has enough problems or maybe not enough people have died to make this a gm safety priority.
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.
This happen several times driving on freeway 60-70 MPH an engine loss power warning light vehicle. Vehicle started to hesitate will not accelerate over 10-20 MPH. Stalled on the emergency lane. After sitting around 10 mins vehicle started again back and warning light turned off. Arrived at dealership no codes. I cannot afford another vehicle can somebody assist me before I get into an accident with my kids...updated 06/09/14 *bf updated 06/10/2014 *js
Loss of power. Loss of brakes. Fire in engine compartment without warning. Car was total loss. 3800 series supercharged engine.
1) after turning off a major road into a residential complex, the car first hesitated, then I lost power steering while navigating a sharp left curve; after turning the car on and off twice, was able to regain steering; service department was unable to repeat the problem nor determine cause; 2) on 2 occasions prior, I experienced severe hesitation on acceleration--severity of hesitation seemed to be directly related to rate of acceleration (hesitation most severe at hard acceleration); the hesitation continued every time I depressed the accelerator until the car was turned off; when the car was re-started, the problem was gone; these 2 occurrences happened about 45 days apart and again about 30 days later, prior to loss of power steering described in #1; service department has not been able to repeat the problem nor determine possible cause; 3) nuisance problem--recurring squeaking, at times squealing, in the steering column when turning at low speeds; on one occurrence there was also a rattling in the steering column; dealer has lubricated, re-lubricated, re-installed coil, replaced intermediate shaft.
While driving 60 MPH, the engine died. A few minutes prior to this occurring the transmission felt like the gears were dropping. When the engine died the vehicle immediately lost power steering. The consumer pulled off the road, removed the keys from the ignition, let the vehicle sit for 10 seconds before restarting. The vehicle restarted. The dealership will be contacted. The consumer was informed by other grand prix owners that this is a common problem with these vehicles in which a chip has to be replaced.
I have had several problems with this vehicle since I purchased it. Most problems have been directly related to wiring problems and electrical failure. The latest incidence I lost power on the highway and had no steering or brakes. The car was towed and the shop had to replace the ip cluster and the bcm which had both completely failed. This failure caused me to lose control of the vehicle at highway speeds leaving the road and eventually becoming buried in the median. If this incidence had occured at any other section of this main thoroughfare (I-40) me and my 5 yr old could have been severely hurt or killed.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist...
- Engine
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
- This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure...
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pressure/temperature sensor
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: engine
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 8, 2003, to June 23, 2003, and 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles manufactured April 7, 2003, to June 23, 2003. On May 18, 2015, GM expanded the recall to cover an additional 49,751 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles manufactured January 6, 2003, to June 25, 2004. In the affected vehicles, the valve cover gasket may leak.
- Risk
- The leaking engine oil can drip onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the plastic cover and plastic oil fill tube extension and replace the front valve cover and gasket. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Pontiac customer service at 1‑800‑762‑2737 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 14574.
Recall number 15V201000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?
9 of 454 owner complaints about the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (2%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?
There are 2 recalls and 72 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
Fire or smoke 53Headlights 47Stalling 37ABS 31No deployment 19Power steering loss 13Hesitation 12Harsh shifting 10Won't start 9Steering lock-up 8Check engine light 7Steering noise 7Brake failure 6Grinding brakes 6Engine failure 6Water leak 6Ball joint 5Knocking 5Oil consumption 5
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