NHTSA — Exterior Lighting: Headlights Problems

1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (Page 6 of 7)

7.2

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,597 miles

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1997 Pontiac Grand Prix lights problems

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1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner Comments (Page 6 of 7)

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problem #35

Jun 092000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • miles

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

The plastic lens on the right front headlight fell off due to deterioration of the seal between the lens and the body of the headlight, other headlight is showing signs of deterioration, poor choice of material for the design.

- Kenmore, WA, USA

problem #34

May 012000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Seal around the headlights separated, causing the headlight to fall out. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.

- Benton, IL, USA

problem #33

May 012000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Headlight lenses were falling apart due to lack of adhesive which was causing water to get into the headlights and resulting in a short. Dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall due to VIN.

- Gunnison, CO, USA

problem #32

Jun 072000

Grand Prix

  • miles

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

Condensation noted in headlight lens; lens became loose and fell out.

- Honey Brook, PA, USA

problem #31

Jun 062000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at any speed driver's headlight fell off, and had been replaced. Currently, passenger's side headlight has the same problem.

- Treton, FL, USA

problem #30

Jun 092000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • miles
Headlight covers fell off, causing headlights to be inoperable, and resulting in poor visibility. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Coal City, IL, USA

problem #29

Sep 101997

Grand Prix

  • miles

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

Both headlights accumulate condensation, greatly reducing visibility. Dealer fixed left side (185.00, under warranty), right side remains defective.

- Pepperell, MA, USA

problem #28

May 302000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • miles
Design of the headlight unit allowed moisture to get trapped behind the piece of plastic which covered the headlights, causing the lens to fall off. Vehicle was taken to the dealership. Owner had the problem corrected at his expense. A used replacement unit was ordered from a garage.

- Clifton Park, NY, USA

problem #27

Apr 272000

Grand Prix

  • miles
Headlight lens cover comes off, causing headlights to become inoperable. Vehicle has been repaired.

- Sterling, KY, USA

problem #26

Mar 252000

Grand Prix

  • miles
Both headlight lenses fell off while driving, lenses not retrieved. Dealer parts price $214 each. Lens adhesive was dry and brittle.

- Madison, AL, USA

problem #25

Nov 011999

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Consumer noticed water condensation buildup on the inside of the headlights. There were no visible cracks. It really affected the performance of the headlights when driving at night. Contacted the dealer. Dealer said that was normal, and couldn't do anything about it. Condensation is not going away, only getting worse.

- Pinch, WV, USA

problem #24

Apr 151999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Specifically asked dealer if car had been wrecked and was told no (with witness) - my concerns are that car may have been damaged beyond acceptable safety limits or repairs were not done properly, as well as misrepresentation at time of sale (car was presented and priced as non-wrecked) and non-concern when I showed them the damage signs within a month after the sale - I would like to check previous titles for salvage claims....headlight assembly popped off without warning....ABS system starts cycling during non-panic braking making it hard to stop, almost causing rear-end accidents on several occasions....rotors became dangerously warped, I replaced them with new pads (all four) and rotors are now warped again.

- Arlington, TN, USA

problem #23

Apr 151999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Specifically asked dealer if car had been wrecked and was told no (with witness) - my concerns are that car may have been damaged beyond acceptable safety limits or repairs were not done properly, as well as misrepresentation at time of sale (car was presented and priced as non-wrecked) and non-concern when I showed them the damage signs within a month after the sale - I would like to check previous titles for salvage claims....headlight assembly popped off without warning....ABS system starts cycling during non-panic braking making it hard to stop, almost causing rear-end accidents on several occasions....rotors became dangerously warped, I replaced them with new pads (all four) and rotors are now warped again.

- Arlington, TN, USA

problem #22

Apr 151999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Specifically asked dealer if car had been wrecked and was told no (with witness) - my concerns are that car may have been damaged beyond acceptable safety limits or repairs were not done properly, as well as misrepresentation at time of sale (car was presented and priced as non-wrecked) and non-concern when I showed them the damage signs within a month after the sale - I would like to check previous titles for salvage claims....headlight assembly popped off without warning....ABS system starts cycling during non-panic braking making it hard to stop, almost causing rear-end accidents on several occasions....rotors became dangerously warped, I replaced them with new pads (all four) and rotors are now warped again.

- Arlington, TN, USA

problem #21

Sep 151997

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Mount Pleasant, PA, USA

problem #20

Aug 281999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Vehicle windshield wiper arm (drivers) creaking noise (I believe a recall is underway). Loose trim throughout. Rearview mirror replaced, battery died (car was towed), power window failed (dealer replaced), headlights admit moisture, ashtray opens by itself, seat squeaks, dash rattles, rattle also comes from rear of car, vehicle vibration at highway speeds, seatbelts do not retract, leather on seats is cracking, key knob has too short a range, stiching is coming off the leather wrapped steering wheel, also the club lock burns inprints into wheel if left on in the summer sun, headlights turn on in the middle of the day, brakes stop working in heavy rain or when coming out of the car wash, the power door lock swithch on the passengers door fell into the door, various retaining clips have broken off trim, etc.

- Bethpage, NY, USA

problem #19

Feb 222000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • miles
Headlight lens keeps falling off while driving vehicle on highway when it was raining. Headlights went out due to a lack of lens cover. Took vehicle to dealership & consumer was informed it was a problem, but nothing could be done for repairs to correct it. The lens cover is plastic & comes in one whole piece.

- Worcester, MA, USA

problem #18

Feb 092000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While stopping at stop sign driver's side headlight fell off without a warning. A year ago, the same thing had happened on the passenger's side.

- W. Babyllon, NY, USA

problem #17

Dec 101999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Something needs to be done about the headlights. They are a serious problem.

- Williamstown, NJ, USA

problem #16

Oct 141999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Headlight lens fell off while driving. If raining it would burn the bulb out, and the headlights would be inoperative which may result in visual difficulty and a crash. Dealer replaces the lens twice, but problem is reoccurring.

- Bath, MI, USA

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