CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (59 reports).
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix recalls
Most common 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Problem areas named in the 88 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Parking Brake | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
What owners report
I KEEP LISTENING TO THE NEWS ABOUT THE GM IGNITION SWITCH AND CARS CUTTING OFF. I LIVED IN NJ BOUGHT 1988 GRAND PRIX BRAND NEW WITH ONLY 9 MILES ON IT WHEN I TOOK POSSESSION. THE FIRST TITLE OFF IT HAD 24 MIES ON IT. I TOOK IT BACK TIME AFTER TIME RUNNING UP A SERVICE BILL WHICH EVENTUALLY CONTRIBUTED TO MY BANKRUPTCY BUT NJ HD NO LEMON LAW SO I WAS STUCK IN IT. I FINALLY WAS ABLE TO GET RID OF IT WITH 154000+ MILES ON IT AND IT WAS STILL CUTTING OFF WHENEVER. IT WAS SCARY TO DRIVE BECAUSE YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN YOU TOOK YOUR FOR OFF THE GAS IF THE ENGINE WOULD SHUT OFF AND THE STEERING WOULD FREEZE. I AM REPORTING THIS SO SOMEONE KNOWS THAT THE ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING ON WAY LONGER THAN GM IS L
WHEN GETTING INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE CAME OFF THE ASSEMBLY. CONSUMER STATED THAT THIS WAS THE THIRD TIME THAT SEAT WAS REPLACED. *AK
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STARTED THE LEFT BALL JOINT FELL OFF AND THE AXLE BROKE. *NLM
WHILE DRIVING CRADLE BOLTS BROKE, CAUSING ENGINE TO FALL, AND VEHICLE TO BREAK DOWN.*AK
CONSUMER WAS INJURED WHEN HER SEATBELTS FAILED TO PROPERLY RESTRAIN HER WHILE DRIVING, HOWEVER THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 90V054000 REGARDING THE BELTS.(ATTORNEY ON BEHALF OF CLIENT)*JB
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix questions
Does the 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix: Structure; Structure; Wheels; Wheels; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Based on 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (59), Electrical System (11), Structure (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.