2005 Pontiac Grand Prix engine problems

Filed Jun 25, 2019 · Engine · 168,000 miles · OH · fire

I was driving down the road when my engine started smoking I pulled over add a friend who was is mayor of the next town over to let it cool down so that I could look to see what it was when I walk to the garage I turned around and looked and there was flames shooting up from under my hood

Filed Feb 4, 2019 · Engine, Steering · 70,500 miles · VA

Car shut off and locked steering wheel while driving

Filed Mar 1, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · 112,078 miles · MO

"takata recall" my vehicle will not go in drive as I was mommy way home it was stuck on a city street for 2 months due to transmission slipped. Also my my electrical system is giving out my car will not pick up speed fully it jerks and shakes as well if I lay my foot on the gas. My brakes touches the floor because my brake fluids are leaking out.

Filed Feb 13, 2017 · Engine · 150,000 miles · WI · fire

Please see the attached report from jeffrey wingfield, p.e. Describing a valve cover gasket leak that caused a fire.

Filed Nov 14, 2016 · Engine · 171,850 miles · MI

During hard braking, engine oil drips onto the engine exhaust manifolds. There is a strong smell of burning oil when parking the car after driving. The VIN was originally listed as being eligible for the federal safety agency recall # 15v201, but a recent search does not list it any longer even though it exhibits the condition. I am concerned with the risk of an engine compartment fire if this is not repaired soon.

Filed Sep 3, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 134,300 miles · MO

I was driving down the road and all of a sudden my car lost power and said "reduced engine power" I was pressing the gas going 55 MPH and it suddenly lost all rpms and speed dropped. I was almost rear ended by another vehicle traveling behind me. I was very upset on the side of the road with my son. I was told about many others who have had this problem with pontiacs. What is being done about this? And if nothing why? My son and I were very lucky we weren't I'm an accident. Want answers and why there isn't a recall getting these cars fixed. It is very unsafe.

Filed Feb 4, 2016 · Engine · 150,000 miles · PA

I am having an issue where I am getting a message that says reduce engine power. Took it to dealer they do not know what is wrong. Many other people are having the same issue and no recall? Car completely dies no matter where you are. I happen to be doing 50 MPH on the freeway with three children in the backseat. Thnak god we were ok! From what I read about this issues this should have been a recall. But I assume since no one died yet its just a complaint

Filed Feb 3, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · PA

Takata recall.... Keep getting a message saying reduce engine power. Took it to a mechanic and dealer and claim they don't know. Car loses power after reduce engine power displays on vechile. Was driving on highway at 50 MPH with my three children when message displayed and car shut off. Very dangerous. This has happened more than several times in and off the highway... It did it again today 2/3/2016 while just sitting at a gas station. I have kept up on all maintenance in the car. Can't seem to figure out while it's doing it. Reading online many many other gm owners have same issue.

Filed Jan 13, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 120,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the emergency brake was applied. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the throttle body failed and the entire electronic system fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 15,000 miles · OH

Ia ]xxx]and I am on ssi and need help to get my car fixed, it is the only thing I have. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).