CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 454 complaints with NHTSA, including 46 crashes, 58 fires, 47 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (111 reports).
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix recalls
Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire
Engine oil can drip onto the hot exhaust manifold on these vehicles.
Leaking Engine Oil Can Ignite on Hot Exhaust
A valve cover gasket in these engines may leak.
Most common 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Problem areas named in the 454 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 111 |
| Engine | 98 |
| Steering | 64 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 41 |
| Structure | 33 |
| Air Bags | 28 |
| Service Brakes | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
What owners report
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 towards the dashboard. After stopping and exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed fire underneath the driver's side door, near the rear of the tire extending up towards the dashboard. The contact stated that the fire quickly spread from the engine to the cabin of the vehicle. The Fire Department was called and responded; however, it took a considerable amount of time to extinguish the fire in the
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING ENGINE OIL WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OCCASIONALLY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AS DESIGNED, CAUSING THE BRAKING DISTANCE TO BE EXTENDED. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKE HUBS, REAR BRAKES, OXYGEN SENSOR, AND FUEL GAUGE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 229,000.
THE IGNITION KEY GETS SUCK AND WON'T TURN AND LEAVES MARKS ON KEY. SOMETIMES THE KEY WON'T START THE CAR
OIL LEAKING ,TRACTION CONTROL KEEPS SHUTTING ON AND OFF,EVAC LEAK,IN MOTION,SMOKE AND OIL STAINS COMING FROM CAR. SCANNER READS MISFIRE NEEDS PLUGS AND WIRES BUT JUST GOT PLUGS AND WIRES.
ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED. SOMETIMES WHILE BRAKING, A WEIRD HYDRAULIC SOUND IS HEARD AND THE BRAKES DONT WANT TO STOP THE CAR. THE PEDAL WONT GO DOWN FURTHER UNLESS SOMETIMES YOU FORCE IT AND LOCK UP THE TIRES AND BRAKES. NO CODES ARE SHOWING FOR THE ABS OR TRACTION CONTROL. BEEN HAPPENING SPORADICALLY FOR A YEAR.
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix questions
Does the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix: Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire; Leaking Engine Oil Can Ignite on Hot Exhaust; Electrical System:Ignition; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Based on 454 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (111), Engine (98), Steering (64).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 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.