Numerous attempts to fix the same and continuously different problems with our 2005 montana. Flickering interior lights, ABS system failure (4x), retorque harmonic balancer, replace radio that randomly changed stations, replace molding on all doors from rust (2x), right wheel bearing and hub assembly replacement (2x), replace turn signal lamps (2x), replace fuel level sensor, replace strap on rear door that fell off. We have had issues with it not turning over as well, going on for over a year, and each time it is taken into the shop they are 'unable to duplicate the problem' and send me home where of course it fails to turn over but won't do it when they have it in their possession. The incident date below is the date of the first time it was in for service.
2005 Pontiac Montana electrical complaints
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Dt*: the contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the rear left sliding door opened without warning. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was also notified. Also, when the vehicle was started, the electric starter motor stayed engaged. The vehicle had to be shut off and restarted 4 times to make the starter return to normal. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the starter was replaced, but the problem persisted.*ak the was a noise coming from the front of the vehicle. When the engine was started the door chime would remain on. The transmission felt as though it was slipping at times. Updated 01/17/07.
This is a safety issue involving ABS system for my 2005 pontiac sv6 montana. On or about august 11, 2006 my ABS light came on while under normal operation of the van. This has been an intermittent problem over the past 6 weeks. I took it to a local independent shop to have it diagnosed and the local shop informed me that the codes were to new that I would have to take it to a dealership. After taking it to the dealership they diagnosed it as having an electrical problem. There were no faulty modules but that this was a wiring problem. I am the only owner of an 05 pontiac montana that I know. Recently I have had various other problems with the power sliding door intermittently opening whenever you engage the transmission into reverse (right side only). My 6 year old sits in the right rear seat. Hope this doesn't happen while driving down the highway. Does this vehicle have faulty wiring or do I just have bad luck.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's headlights had an electrical issue that caused the lights to flicker and not remain illuminated. Previously, the brake lights and dash lights had also experienced this issue. The vehicle had been to the service dealer twelve times, but were unable to correct the issue. Updated 10/14/2006 - the dealer had replaced the alternator to try to alleviate electrical problems. The rear power windows sometime would not open or shut, the rear washer and wiper failed intermittently. The dealer replaced the wires, motors regulators, etc. Bu the problems recurred. The consuemr was given a 100,000 mile warranty on the electrical system. The tires started cupping and caused serious road noise. The vehicle began to leak oil. The dealr replaced the main seal.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle caught fire while parked. The fire was localized in the engine compartment. The vehicle was considered a total loss, and a police report was taken. The vehicle was not taken in for service, and the cause of the fire was not determined.
Dt*: the contact stated the headlights and dashboard lights pulsate, brighter to darker. The dealership determined this was how the vehicle was manufactured.
When driving at night the headlights, dash lights and radio dim, like they are having surges of power. The volume on the radio also goes up and down. I have been "spotlighted" at night by on coming cars because they think I have my bright lights on but that is when they are "surging". I have been to two different dealers. One said it was a problem with the electric pollution pump and the other said it was related to the charging system. Both have stated that gm has considered this a normal condition. In my opinion this is dangerous.
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