Pontiac Grand Prix pulling problems

Filed Jan 25, 2021 · Electrical, Steering · 100,000 miles · OH · fire

When I go to press on the brakes it would pull to the right ,and when I go to put on my signal light to the right my bright lights comes on and when I turn on my heater the door or something the shop told me was not opening for my heat to come out,and that's the problems I am experiencing,with the pontiac they are excellent cars but has few issues,can you please help with fixing these problems.I've reported the problem three and a half years ago and I have not heard from anyone yet my number is [xxx]thank you for your time. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 6, 2019 · Steering · 67,000 miles · CA

In 04 I had my rack n pinion replaced cause left side broke mataga of stockton did it they also replaced power steering pump ever since then I've had problems with the steering and now it's worse I've replaced the power steering pump but it still steers hard also the steering doesn't feel right very sensitive at times likes to wander and I have to use the button underneath the steering column to release my key I replaced the intermediate steering shaft still doesn't feel safe I saw in 09 you had a recall on steering knuckles I never received it can I get a recall on that to get replaced thank you

Filed Apr 22, 2008 · Body, Brakes · IL

2001 pontiac grand prix engine oil leak, interior water leak at passenger door *cw the dealer informed the consumer that the water leak may have been a result of the door being misaligned. The vehicle pulled to the left. The consumer was then informed the reason for the pulling of the vehicle was due to the inferior tires on the vehicle. The sticker in the trunk specified h rated tires, however the tires the dealer sold on the vehicle were goodyear eagle ls tires. The cd player was inoperative. The engine light illuminated. The egr valve and gasket were replaced. The sunroof was leaking and the alternator was replaced. The left front cv boot was leaking and the left front hub bearing was noisy. The ignition cylinder, parking brake, power steering hose, pump seal, rack and pinion and outer tie rod were replaced.

Filed Jan 3, 2008 · Steering · 17,707 miles · OR

2006 pontiac grandprix with 25000 miles developed excessive noise from front of car. Rack&pinion was loose & steering stub shaft worn out. Vehicle steering still makes noise and wanders.clunking noises from both tire areas,outside edge of tires have chunkes missing around whole tire.power steering now making noise again,vehicale takes very long time to recover from normal road bumps .local dealership tells me cannot duplicate costumer complaint,front-end checks out. During the last year front suspention noise has increased and control and stabilaty is considerably worse.also developed clunking noise from transmission and transaxle area recently.

Filed Oct 22, 2006 · Body, Steering · 100 miles · FM

2004 pontiac grand prix gtp. 45,000 miles. As of today, I have had this vehicle in service eight times for steering-related defects, beginning two weeks from the date of new purchase in january, 2004. Three different dealers have all told me "it's a design defect...there will be a fix soon". Replaced rack and pinion twice, middle steering shaft twice, and rack/pinion and engine cradle bolts spontaneously work loose every 3,000-5,000 miles. Now vehicle is out of warranty. Most recent visit to century pontiac in tampa, they attempted to charge me $75.00 in order to apply yet another tsb regarding loose steering, steering wheel bind, etc. I had to call pontiac and complain bitterly, they then waived the fee...but did not pay for the rental car. Thus far, power steering pump has failed and been replaced, A/C compressor has failed and been replaced, middle steering shaft replaced twice, entire steering column replaced twice, and there is still a persistent "jolt" through the steering wheel whenever putting car into gear, or turning steering wheel to right, going over a gutter, etc. Also, loud "clunk" resulting in severe shudder in front of vehicle. Dealer(s) state there is no fix. Have nearly lost control of vehicle three times due to steering suddenly loosening, or binding, wandering off-center, etc. Dealer says there's nothing more they can do. When is the federal safety agency going to listen to all the complaints regarding the steering issues on this vehicle and launch an investigation?? Steering rack bolts coming loose? Engine cradle bolts coming loose? Steering shaft failures and fractures? Every time the vehicle is taken to service, the dealers and service managers "play dumb" and try to say "I don't hear anything"...or "it drives like all the other grand prix's". Please don't let gm and pontiac continue to insult our collective intelligence and ignore these steering and design issues to the point where someone gets killed.

Filed Oct 18, 2005 · Steering · MI

Dt: the steering is going out on the vehicle when turning left, it's like there is no power steering. There is recall 02v286000, but this vehicle is not included due to VIN. The vehicle is doing the exact same thing as mentioned in the recall. The vehicle will pulls to the right like it is out of alignment. This started on september 9, 2005. Contacted the dealer, they were going to charge the consumer just look at the vehicle. This happens every time the consumer drives the vehicle. *ak

Filed Feb 2, 2005 · Steering · 150,000 miles · OH

Steering is hard to turn at low speeds. Have heard popping sounds. Power steering fluid is good. When braking car pulls to the left, when letting off the brake the steer wheel turns. Lost steering all together after popping again occurred; steering wheel snapped and spun freely. Lost all control of car.

Filed Aug 18, 2004 · Steering · 68,000 miles · IA

In regards to the federal safety agency campaign #02v286000, gm recall #02049, for a defective rack and pinion unit in my 1997 pontiac grand prix. The recall repair work was performed on 03-06-03 at community pontiac motors of iowa city, iowa (phone # 319‑351‑1424), after picking up the car from community motors, the steering was pulling to the right and was off center. Community motors then performed an alignment on 03-24-03. The steering was better but still pulled to the right some. Also, the car was hard to steer at times while making left turns and while the vehicle was stopped while before the recall repair was performed my car's steering was normal. On 11-13-03 community motors determined that the rack and pinion unit was bad and replaced it using an aftermarket napa brand rack and pinion at my expense of $737. Currently the car's steering is determined to be faulty again by community motors with the replacement rack and pinion that was installed at the dealership last 11-13-03. I had contacted gm and they had stated they will not cover any repair cost that I incurred on my car's rack and pinion so far as the installation of the napa rack and pinion that was installed by community motors last 11-13-03. So, for a remedy, I would like gm to pay for the installation of the gm replacement rack and pinion used in the recall campaign currently. Regards, joe underwood.

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Suspension · NJ

The vehicle pulled to the right while driving. The vehicle was repaired. Please provide any additional information.

Filed Jan 13, 2004 · Steering · VA · crash · fire

Steering pulled to the right causing vehicle to leave road, crash into tree, and burst into flames.