NHTSA — Electrical System: Alternator/Generator/Regulator Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1999 Pontiac Bonneville electrical problems

electrical problem

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1999 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Comments

problem #4

Nov 011999

Bonneville

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Brakes do not work correctly. Consumer has to stop at a good distant to come to a complete stop. Also, drums have been checked. Last month dealer replaced brake cylinder. Brake problems have caused an accident. Brakes failed frequently since the purchase of the vehicle. The rim cracked during the accident. The alternator and rear wheel cylinder failed. Oil pan gasket failed causing oil leak. A/C failed four times.

- Huston, TX, USA

problem #3

Jan 182001

(reported on)

Bonneville

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle would stall when either turning corner or taking foot off accelerator pedal. Took to dealer several times, and mechanic could not find anything wrong. Had alternator replaced. But, problem still exists.

- De Motte, IN, USA

problem #2

May 012000

Bonneville

  • miles
Vehcile just stalled for no reason. Dealer replaced alternator twice to believe it would solve the problem. The problem wasn't solved. The 2nd time alternator was replaced because they felt it might have been a defect of alternators. Dealer really doesn't have a remedy for the problem.

- Mt Pleasant, IA, USA

problem #1

Jun 281999

Bonneville

  • miles
Rf door would not open due to fender interfering with door jamb. At the same time, the engine tended to stall and sputter. Car stalled on railroad tracks and passenger was unable to open door. Car was restarted and no accident occured, however, this couls have been a serious problem. Generator was replaced, but hesitation in engine performance persists. Dealer has had car 44 days during past three months. Sun roof replaced. Door / fender problems repaired twoce. Fenders removed so that insulation (sound, heat) could be properly installed. Headliner in interior was incorrect size and was replaced. Dealer states it cannot ascertain problem with engine but acknowledges problem.

- Boulder, CO, USA

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