2000 Pontiac Sunfire brakes problems

Filed Jun 16, 2020 · Brakes, Fuel system · 160,000 miles · SC

My car was driving perfect until 3 weeks ago, it has since then wont start back up. Thought it was something to do with spark, then tried spark plug wires, new battery, checked alternator and fuses, coils all good. Then I was lead to maybe the gas that was in it. Dropped gas tank, put new fuel filter, checked fuel pump, gas lines, it did stay running one time since but was shaking roughly with a flashing check engine light. Will not run anymore since then. Have not been able to drive my vehicle for 3 weeks now and it is my only car.. Also before the car started having the above problems my brakes kept getting tons of air also losing a ton of brake fluid, ABS light stays on and all brake lines are good. It's dangerous. Also have bled the brakes. Not much help other than temporarily.

Filed Oct 30, 2004 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · CA

Last year I took my 2000 pontiac sunfire to the dealer due to it's leaking break fluid and loss of breaking power. The dealer replaced the break line going to the right rear brake. I was told that the crack in the line was due to "oil's and other fluids from driving on the road caused it to corrode and brake. I was charged approx. $250.00 for them to replace it. They said it was not covered under the 30,000 mile warranty. About a week ago I began to experience the same problem and had my son who is a mechanic, examine it since it is no longer under warranty, (it now has 35,000 miles on it.) he found that the left rear brake line is now broken due to the way the line was routed (by the factory.) it is broken just on the inside of the front, driver's side wheel due to rubbing against part of the strut mount. It seems to my that a care with so few miles which has been taken very good care of, should not be having this particular type of problem twice now in one year, on two separate brake lines. I checked your recall list and found nothing. I have spoken to several mechanics regarding this problem and all believe it to be some sort of factory defect. Due to this information and the seriousness of this type of problem, I am filing this formal complaint with you and the ca dmv. Please contact me regarding this complaint as soon as possible. Thank you very much for your prompt attention. Sincerely, ingrid c. Tipton.

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 50,168 miles · AR

While on active duty in the army, I purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, I forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because I had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that. Unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, I discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall. This car is truly a lemon! I do not believe I should have to suffer with this defective car. I owe over 3 times the value of the car. Even though I have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since I bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and I still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.

Filed Sep 28, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 35,000 miles · NE

The consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. The vehicle slowed down on its on. The consumer was able to control the vehicle. The driver was able to drive it to dealer. The mechanic informed the driver that the problem could not be duplicate. The engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained. *jb there was leaking boiling under the dash on both sides.

Filed Aug 7, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 50,000 miles · PA

Car has had numerous problems since day one. Brakes chatter, overheating, service engine light, cd player and speakers did not work. Now it stalls with no warning at all. Stalls at 70 MPH going down highway. Has stalled while driving 3 or 4 times in the past two days. Checked out at service station on computer, and shows no problems. Have read many complaints here about the exact same problem. Bad fuel pump or something is causing car to stall. Then it takes from 10 to 15 minutes to start again. Some days it just won't start at all. Have had car checked many times, and no one can seem to find the problem. Anyone that can help here??? I think gmc owes many, many consumers an explanation and repair of this very serious and potentially dangerous problem!

Filed Feb 25, 2003 · Brakes, Suspension · 37,000 miles · CA

The brakes and the suspension failed.

Filed Aug 27, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · DE

Consumer stated vehicle would not shift out of gear, the dealer replaced the transmission.

Filed Jun 21, 2002 · Brakes · OR

When consumer applied brakes pedal bounced back and forth. Also there was vibration and pulsation. Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Feb 12, 2002 · Body, Brakes · PA

Exhaust system was replaced due to it getting hot melting the carpet and paint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done.*ak consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, A/C hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the HVAC was inoperative.

Filed Sep 27, 2001 · Brakes · KS

The front and brake brake line rubbed through from rubbing against the left transmission mount, because a part was not installed during production. Had to make new brake pipes from bpmv back to the left rear of the racn and from the bpmv to the right rear of the car. By the time the brake indicator lights came on my son was almost without any brakes. He was just getting ready to leave for phoenix, az. If this would of happened on his trip, it would of resulted in his death.