Consumer had the clutch replaced three times, this is the fourth one that's in. Pontiac says clutch slipping cannot be duplicated.
1996 Pontiac Sunfire transmission complaints
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On 01/30/1999 after makeing a left hand turn my car lost all power. After having it towed to browns transmission service inc, 1035 wells ave, newark oh,43055; I found out that the transmission would need to be over hauled to replace the torc converter. The repair bill was $960.00.
Transmission failure seems to occur with no warning. This vehicle was 4 weeks passed the 3- year warranty when the transmissiom flew apart. Pontiac would not cover any cost of replacement. The transmission had a defective part, and should not have failed. I have owned gm products for over ten years. Gm has now lost a customer.
I have constant problems with this vehicle. Major difficulty stopping when pavement is wet. My complet brake and rotors have been replaced on at least 3 occasions. I've also had problems with leaks, right rear window has been replaced. Problems with vibration when at a standstill, almost losing power. Smell of gas fumes. Problems with the transmission.
The automatic transmission input drum broke where the shaft and the drum was welded together.
Transmission drum weld broke causing the gears to jump.
Thumping noise in the front of the vehicle, replaced wheel bearings.
Anti-lock brakes failed, causing tires to lock-up/skid, and lose traction.
Shift cable failed.
Engine oil pan gasket failed, resultin gin an oil leak, also replaced transaxle and stereo.
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