NHTSA — Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist System Problems

1.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
109,500 miles

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1997 Pontiac Bonneville steering problems

steering problem

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1997 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Comments

problem #2

Feb 032004

(reported on)

Bonneville

  • 180,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When making a left turn power steering went out. Also, this occurred when vehicle was driven at low speeds. This vehicle experienced the same defects as the Pontiac, Grand Prix which was recalled for the same problem.

- Ona, WV, USA

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problem #1

Aug 052003

Bonneville

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,000 miles
Consumer stated while driving vehicle at 25 mph suddenly all electrical components died. No brakes/ no power steering. Took vehicle to dealer, dealer popped hood, and noticed battery acid all over the engine compartment, and battery cables were loose. Dealer replaced cables, and put jelly around them. Five days later, cables were loose again. Cause unknown. The cable has loosen again and vehicle stalled and lost all power. Consumer was left stranded.

- Mount Pleasant, SC, USA

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