2004 Pontiac Grand Prix: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Sep 24, 2016 · Body, Engine · MO · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle was traveling north, went to turn west, lost control of vehicle striking a wooden bridge guardrail and embankment before returning to roadway. Damage is frontend, hood, headlights, undercarriage, right front wheel, steering components, engine. Daughter transported by ems

Filed Dec 29, 2014 · Electrical · IL

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.

Filed Jul 1, 2014 · Lights · 101,000 miles · AL

I was driving to church it had just got dark a car approached me with high beams on, when I went to flicker my switch from low to high my lights went out completely I was scared to death it was pitch black couldn't see where I was going and then they came back on I was in a field, thank god it was a country road I may have hurt myself or someone else, the windows on my car have been replaced all of them but now I only have 1 left that is working, this car has so many issues with electrical it makes me sick that I bought it.

Filed Oct 16, 2012 · Lights · IL

The head lights fade out where you can not see anymore. Its the outside of them. When driving the lights are very dim.

Filed Feb 17, 2011 · Electrical · 61,500 miles · AZ

Driving 70 MPH on the freeway. (phoenix temp. Was in the low 70's) lost all electrical power except the engine. Entire dash, gas, speed, oil gage, tach went to 0. Lost head lights, turn signals. I did not have the cruise on at any of these times, lights were on auto. This lasted for about 2 min, 5 min later it happened again. I took the car to the gm dealership, they kept it for 5 days, their report said that they found nothing. On january 26th, it happened again, lasting 5 min. January 27th, the same. The most recent february 14th, 3 times last 7 -8 min. All times, lost all electrical power and the engine continued to run. My concern is a possible fire. Check the internet: electrical system 2004 grand prix, there are other people out there with the same problem and I can't find a gm mechanic to fix the problem.

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.

Filed Apr 28, 2009 · Wheels · PA

2004 grand prix with the peeling chrome rims. The one is so bad the tire loses 10lbs of air a week. A lot of information out there on the web about this, but gm doesn't seem to care. How many others have this problem that are not reporting it? I will make sure not to buy another gm model for my next vehicle. My car also has the shaking headlights, but since the dealer could not tell me about it, I found out about it after my certified warranty was over, I will not buy their fix for their error.

Filed Dec 31, 2005 · Steering · 43,000 miles · WV

I have a 2004 pontiac grand prix gt1 and we are having a problem with a rattling noise in the front end suspension of the vehicle, we had the half shaft replaced and that helped the loose feel but the loose sounding noise from the front end persists. The car feels stable but seems to drift off track a lot needing a lot of correction on straight roads. I am taking it to the dealer again next week. The headlights on the car shake badly also, seems common.

Filed Dec 20, 2005 · Seat belts · 45,240 miles · AL · crash

Dt: the contact complained about a failure of the middle rear seat belt. While locking the brakes before striking another vehicle the rear middle seat belt did not lock the rear facing car seat in place. On the point of impact, instead of locking the seat belt, it released too much webbing, and the car seat overturned. The car seat flipped upside down with the child in it. The seat belt remained buckled. Although they were involved in a crash the vehicle sustained minimal damage to the front headlight and bumper. There were no prior problems with the seat belts. A police report was taken at the scene.

Filed Dec 5, 2005 · Lights · NC

Petition for defect investigation into 2004 pontiac grand prix head lamp assemblies. *ts there have been numerous complaints about the head light assemblies bouncing which was distracting to other motorist's. The motorist assumed the driver was flashing their high beams.

Filed Jan 17, 2005 · Lights · 6,500 miles · WA

My 2004 pontiac grand prix gtp comp g has unstable headlights. When driving, they "bounce" and it is really distracting to me as well as other drivers. I belong to a grand prix car club and a member with the same car as mine experiences the same problems. A fix and a recall is needed asap. The constant vibration of the headlights is very distracting and will eventually start causing problems for drivers. In addition to the above complaint, I have another. I have found a total of 3 recalls on my vehicle yet I have never received notification from pontiac nor my dealership. I would like to have peace of mind that if something is recalled on my vehicle that the manufacturer is taking steps to correct it asap. Instead, I am finding out this information on the internet and will need to take steps to ensure my car is safe.