Pontiac Grand Prix Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 737 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Pontiac Grand Prix across 14 model years. The 2004 model year has the most (107). The words owners use most often: “ignition switch” (10% of reports).
- 737electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 27mention a crash
- 25mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $800typical repair cost reported by owners
- 36%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Ignition switch: mentioned in 76 of 737 complaints (10%)
- Fire department: mentioned in 50 of 737 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical electrical system repair on the Pontiac Grand Prix at $800, and half of them between $620 and $980.
Based on 17 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2000–2015), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 466 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 737 complaints, 27 mention a crash, 184 a fire, 25 an injury.
Pontiac Grand Prix electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Grand Prix | 43 | 30% | 92,159 |
| 2007 Grand Prix | 68 | 31% | 106,315 |
| 2006 Grand Prix | 65 | 27% | 123,000 |
| 2005 Grand Prix | 45 | 30% | 87,500 |
| 2004 Grand Prix | 107 | 24% | 90,000 |
| 2003 Grand Prix | 20 | 19% | 108,281 |
| 2002 Grand Prix | 56 | 17% | 85,000 |
| 2001 Grand Prix | 60 | 19% | 99,699 |
| 2000 Grand Prix | 63 | 14% | 110,500 |
| 1999 Grand Prix | 47 | 11% | 107,000 |
| 1998 Grand Prix | 51 | 10% | 94,339 |
| 1997 Grand Prix | 88 | 11% | 104,352 |
| 1996 Grand Prix | 9 | 11% | — |
| 1995 Grand Prix | 15 | 9% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:ignition
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Problem: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owned a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that the "Low Oil" message was displayed monthly, requiring oil to be added to the engine. While driving at approximately 5 MPH, the contact noticed smoke in the cabin near the floor on the passengerâs and driverâs sides, extending…
The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ignition switch unintendedly turned off the vehicle, and the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to immediately restart the vehicle. Occasionally, the contact had to wait for several…
The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact asked his daughter…
Purchased the car in march and filed with local dealership to get the recall repaired for the ignition. 6 months later and the dealership says that GM hasnât sent the part. Itâs needs repaired now. Iâm tired of waiting, it shouldnât take this long to get a recall repaired.
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power steering functionality. The contact coasted to a stop and restarted the vehicle with the ignition key. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Pontiac Grand Prixs have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 737 owner complaints about electrical system for the Pontiac Grand Prix. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Pontiac Grand Prix electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix electrical system problems on the Pontiac Grand Prix?
Owners report a typical cost of $800 (half paid between $620 and $980), from 17 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Pontiac Grand Prix?
The most frequent phrase is “ignition switch”, in 76 of 737 complaints, followed by “fire department” (50).
Other Pontiac Grand Prix problems
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (795)
- Steering problems (607)
- Engine problems (574)
- Exterior Lighting problems (555)
- Power Train problems (367)
- Visibility problems (264)
- Air Bags problems (245)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (245)
See all Pontiac Grand Prix problems.