NHTSA — Electrical System Problems

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Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
106,004 miles

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2002 Pontiac Bonneville electrical problems

electrical problem

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2002 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Comments

problem #8

May 092016

Bonneville

  • 96,000 miles

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

Car will re-start on its own after key is removed. After parking and shutting off the car, then removing the key and opening the driver's door to exit: If you accidentally press the upper part of the lock button on the door (the unlock function) instead of pressing the lower part of the lock button (the lock function), the car will re-start itself. It then cannot be turned off because the ignition switch is already in the off position. The only way to shut off the engine is to jiggle the shifter.

- Westfield, MA, USA

problem #7

Nov 022013

Bonneville

  • 48,502 miles
Ignition switch, engine control module & security/theft module were all replaced because auto was inoperable due to their failure. The mobile mechanic charged $616.22 for parts, $1215 for labor & $13.08 for a hazardous waste fee, total repair was $1844.30. Please send email so I can scan detailed invoice of repair.

- Bend, OR, USA

problem #6

Jun 112015

Bonneville

  • 80,529 miles
The contact owns a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was able to be started, but it took several attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 80,529.

- Acworth, GA, USA

problem #5

Oct 122013

Bonneville

  • 188,000 miles

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

Mass air flow sensor and O2 sensor failure constant. 10/2013 security light comes on frequently while in motion12/2013 leaks in lower gasket valve...engine is extremely hot most of the time 04/2014 service engine light remains on due to O2 sensor failure even after replacement 7/2014 interior lights caught fire 05/2014.

- Newport News, VA, USA

problem #4

Jun 132011

Bonneville 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 82,000 miles
The contact owns a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning. An independent mechanic stated that the failure was caused by the electrical system. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. Updated 10/02/14 updated 3/6/2015

- Lexington, KY, USA

problem #3

Jun 112014

Bonneville

  • 138,000 miles
I put my car into park and my key would not go to off or start. It was stuck on acc and on.

- Spring Lake, MI, USA

problem #2

May 102013

Bonneville 6-cyl

  • 215,000 miles
As I was driving, smelled wire burning and smoke coming from the front driver at the headliner then the interior lights shut off, trunk release switch inop. I pulled over on the highway and turned key off. Then noticed two weeks ago that there is no power to the obd-II. Have able to repair the damages.

- Richmond Hill, GA, USA

problem #1

Jul 132004

Bonneville 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle will not start, battery is in good condition, lights come on. I was told it was the ignition switch. Ignition switch has been replaced and the ignition cylinder has also been replaced. Vehicle still continues do experience the problem.

- Brownstown, IN, USA

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