2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2007 Pontiac Grand Prix recalls

Most common 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix problems

Problem areas named in the 220 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Exterior Lighting	95
Electrical System	70
Power Train	29
Engine	28
Steering	22
Air Bags	16
Tires	8
Service Brakes	8
Vehicle Speed Control	7
Unknown Or Other	6

What owners report

2024-10-24, Electrical System
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 vehicle regained power steering functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred at various speeds. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V400000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the f

2023-03-28, Electrical System
On March 27th, 2023, the car was parked and off for only approximately 5 minutes when the engine caught fire. The engine and vehicle is a complete loss. A claim has been filed with Farm Bureau insurance. There were no engine warning lights, smells, or smoke during or after driving, until the 5 minutes passed when the car was turned off. I did not locate any engine recalls due to fire for a 2007 Grand Prix. I noticed earlier models recalled due to potential fire.

2023-03-28, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated while driving at night the headlights had started to fail and would not properly illuminate. The contact stated that the fog lights and hi-beam worked as designed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer in 2021 to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the contact stated that following the recall repair, the headlights started to fail. The contact was informed that the vehicle would be diagnosed and repaired out-of-pocket. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

2022-01-21, Exterior Lighting
The multifunction/turning signal switch is malfunctioning. It started in 2012 about a year after I purchased the car. The brights would randomly turn on without me touching the switch and then the brights would turn on when I'd use my turning signal. I delt with it for several years, but eventually it got so bad that the brights wouldn't even turn off at all. I would have to drive with my finger holding the switch to keep the brights off. It made it extremely difficult to drive the car, especially when I had to turn. It was very unsafe not having full control of the steering wheel just to keep the brights off. I finally decided to have the switch replaced in 2019 and it seemed to solve the

2021-08-17, Steering
steering wheel refusing to lock. therefore safety issue as car locks will not lock as a result. no messages or warning lights or behaviors. this happened once a year ago. and was able to lock steering by moving wheel and moving key in ignition.

2007 Pontiac Grand Prix questions

Does the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix: Headlights May Fail to Turn On, Raising Crash Risk; Electrical System:Ignition; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?

Based on 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (95), Electrical System (70), Power Train (29).

How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.