Tl* the contact owns a 2007 pontiac grand prix. While approaching an intersection, the vehicle seized without warning. The contact managed to move the vehicle to the shoulder of the road with the help of a bystander. The contact believes the key fell out of the ignition. The power steering and brakes went out, place the gear into park. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. *bf
Pontiac Grand Prix brake failure problems
103 of the 5,184 owner complaints about the Pontiac Grand Prix describe brake failure, most of them for the 1990 model year.
- owner complaints
- 103
- worst model year
- 1990
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,034
- typical mileage
- 111,000
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
ABS 20Fire or smoke 4Engine failure 4Stalling 3Seat belt 3Power steering loss 2Loss of power 2Grinding brakes 2
What owners say
Out of the blue,my brake pedal went to the floor and my ABS,brake light and service traction system soon message appeared on the dash and display screen. I do not have a warning and I never know when it is either going to go to the floor or the brakes totally lock up and all I can do is try to keep from hitting someone . It is worse when it is raining. I try not to drive in wet conditions. I can be at almost a complete stop and all of the sudden the brakes lock up and there I go trying to keep from hitting someone or being hit because I am thrown through an intersection.I have been dealing with this issue for several months. I replaced both wheel hubs,pads and rotors, and relays. Nothing has helped. Upon doing some research I found that this is a common problem with these cars.. Has there ever been a recall for this and if not, why?
Came up on a car stopped at stop sign. I applied my brake and felt the brake pedal give. I did not have brakes. No warning light appeared. I had to veer to left of stopped car, go around stop sign onto a highway. Very few cars on highway. Had to let car slow on it's own and was able to go two miles to stop. Brake fluid pouring out from underneath car. Possibly a rusted brake line. However there was no warning. Narrowly escaped bad wreck and possible deadly crash. Will have it towed to mechanic to determine cause of no brakes or warning.
Brake line failure, brake line corroded and were leaking brake fluid resulting in brake failure in the vehicle. Vehicle towed to freehold buick gmc (freehold, nj) where they informed me that there are no recalls on the issue and provided me an estimate to replace 2 brake lines at a cost of over $2,000.00. The federal safety agency campaign number: 15v201000 was performed on vehicle at this dealership on or about 9/2017. Even after the recall was done, smoke and oil still appear on the front exhaust manifold. It doesn't appear that this recall repaired the issue as described. In addition, the dealership failed to follow the recall instructions and never discarded the oil filler neck and plastic engine cover as described in the recall. Vehicle only has 80,000 miles on it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac grand prix. While driving 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but the brakes failed to respond. As a result, the contact struck the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 157,600.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the brakes failed to respond without warning. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed all the way to the floor board but the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was coasted to the side. The contact called an independent mechanic and the technician informed the contact that brakes malfunctioned. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 pontiac grand prix. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the power steering suddenly failed and caused the driver to lose control and crash into a wall. The air bags did not deploy and the seat belts did not function properly. The driver injured the left ankle and both wrists. The front seat passenger suffered an injured leg. No police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the rack and pinion steering failed. The contact also stated that the brakes failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the brake hub assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the headlight switch and the airbag warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,397.
My trac control, and ABS lights came on randomly, the car won't go over 65, it barley stops at times, the brake pedal goes to the floor at times, my wheels always spin in the rain, and most emporia toy it's my every day driver I have my 3 year old in, so please get back to me asap, all the wheel hubs where replaced and the codes still didn't clear so I know it's a comp issue so help me the best you can. -[xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).' *jb
On september 1st, 2014 around 6:45pm I was in a car accident. A truck cut me almost crashing into another car from behind. I moved over I couldn't see the car stopped in the other lane. From the big truck infront of me. I hit the brakes didn't work made clicking sound. I rearended a vehicle, they slightly hit a car infront of them. My airbag, shot my hand through the windshield. I had extreme arm pain. I had seen a gray piece of metal in my arm, I went to the er. I still feel movement in it. I'm following up with my dr. Since the accident. Next will be a surgeon or specialty dr.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac grand prix. The contact stated that the traction control and the ABS system failed when the brake pedal was engaged. The contact mentioned that the brake pedal sank to the floor. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,200.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles were produced with lower than specified torque on both front brake caliper to steering knuckle attachment bolts. With improper torque, the clamp load at the joint may not be adequate to prevent movement between the caliper bracket and knuckle.
- Risk
- Depending on whether one or both bolts backs out or fractures, the result can be locking of the affected wheel during braking and an abrupt steering input in the direction of the locked wheel, reduced braking and noise from the affected wheel, or severing of a brake hose, increased brake pedal travel, and reduced steering control. Reduced braking or steering control could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers are to tighten both bolts to the specified torque. Owner notification began on june 28, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet 1‑800‑630‑2438 or pontiac 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 04V287000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car braking systems." on some of these vehicles, the right rear brake hose fitting may not be tightened properly, and a brake fluid leak could occur.
- Risk
- If enough fluid leaks, the brake pedal will be lower than normal, and stopping distances will be longer. If this occurs when stopping distance is limited, a crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the right rear brake hose fitting to the proper torque specification, and add brake fluid if necessary. Owner notification began august 28, 2003. Owners should contact pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 03V331000 · Recall details
Questions about the Pontiac Grand Prix brake failure
Which Pontiac Grand Prix years have brake failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1990 (16 complaints), 1991 (14 complaints) and 1995 (11 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix brake failure on the Pontiac Grand Prix?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,034 (median of 8 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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