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2004 Pontiac Grand Prix: excessive oil consumption

5 of the 454 complaints about the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix describe excessive oil consumption.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
1%
recalls
2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 72 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Excessive oil consumption by model year

  • 2007
    1
  • 2006
    2
  • 2005
    1
  • 2004
    5
  • 2002
    3
  • 2001
    2
  • 2000
    2
  • 1999
    1
  • 1998
    3
  • 1997
    1
  • 1994
    2

What owners say

Filed Feb 26, 2016 · Engine · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that there was a premature internal fracture that caused oil to leak onto the motor and exhaust manifold. The dealer was notified of the failure twice and stated that they did not have a part to remedy the failure. The dealer did not inspect the vehicle to determine the origin of the fracture. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who replaced the motor. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) more than a year after experiencing the failure. The contact was unable to determine when the part would become available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but was unable to specify when the part would be supplied to the dealer. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jan 27, 2016 · Engine · IL

Recall has been open since april 2nd 2015 it is january 27th 2016, gm recall # 14574 and still no resolved issue. I am advised to keep my car outside in the middle of winter so there is no accidental fire started. I would like this issue resolved. I drive my car everyday and everyday I'm thinking, is today the day I "brake hard" "causing oil" "to leak onto the manifold" and my engine bay catches fire. This is not right. I feel as thought they are trying to push this off until less people have held onto their older pontiac vehicles. Please help

Filed Dec 18, 2015 · Engine · WA

I am not happy with the lack of steps that gm is taking to address the recall on my minor son's car. The recall issued april 2015, but I didn't get a letter until today, december 18, 2015. Their letter states they don't have parts and when I called my dealership service department to ask when they would, they said "at least not for a few months". This recall states that hard braking can cause oil to leak....engine compartment fire. We can't avoid hard braking if trying to avoid a car accident and now we have to worry about the engine catching on fire! This is unacceptable. You need to force gm to fix these cars now, not in "at least a few months".

Filed Jan 29, 2011 · Engine, Lights · 96,038 miles · ID

On a 2004 pontiac grand prix gtp with a competition group package, the valve cover gaskets have failed. This causes oil to leak onto the manifold in the engine compartment and allows it to burn. This could in turn cause a fire in the engine. This same problem was recalled on the 1997-2003 models, but has not included the 2004 model. The same problem still exists and must be remedied before fires ensue and lives are lost. Also, the headlights "bounce" or "wobble" while driving. This could cause issues with the ability to see clearly while driving at night.

Filed Jun 15, 2009 · Engine, Lights · WI

I bought a 2004 pontiac grand prix gt2 and I have had a =few problems with it that appear to be quite common the problems are below *go through 1quart of oil approx every 1000 miles *trouble starting when it has already been warmed up. Ie after I drive around town and go into a store I come out and try to start and it dies right away. It can take up to 6 tries to get it started. I usually have to press the gas to get it going. *headlamps bounce *blower motor keeps blowing even when the car is shut off. After research I have noticed that these problems are all very common in the 2004 pontiac grand prix. I do not think its right that pontiac has not taken responsibility for this. I bought my car about 3 months ago, I paid $11,000 for a car that is burning oil like crazy and obviously has a bad motor. I think pontiac should be held responsible.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeReported October 26, 2015 · 1,003,556 vehicles affected
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 engine’s 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: engineReported April 6, 2015 · 330,742 vehicles affected
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 oil consumption

Is excessive oil consumption a common problem on the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?

5 of 454 owner complaints about the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (1%) mention excessive oil consumption. The model year with the most reports is 2004.

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 10Loss of power 9Won't start 9Steering lock-up 8Check engine light 7Steering noise 7Brake failure 6Grinding brakes 6Engine failure 6Water leak 6Ball joint 5Knocking 5

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