2002 Pontiac Bonneville Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 7%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2002 Pontiac Bonneville, 7% of the 89 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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.”
NHTSA complaint #10633472, filed 2014-09, 188,000 miles“When involved in an accident, the fuel safety shut off in my wife's Bonneville didn't work. She was struck just behind the passenger side rear door and then pushed into a traffic light hard enough to set off the air bags. After both impacts the car was still running and had to be shut off by the ignition key. Fortunately there was no fuel leak. No injuries due to the failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10088521, filed 2004-08, 43,500 miles“There's a metallic popping noise from the rear end of the vehicle. Upon inspection of the noise the consumer noticed that the plastic fuel tank was coming in contact with the floor pan and rubbing. The area where the components were rubbing began to rust. The manufacturer has been contacted. Please provided any additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10051961, filed 2003-12, 45,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on several occasions. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle would drive extremely rough as if it could have stalled when there was a quarter tank of fuel or less. In addition, the service engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 03v238000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #10611278, filed 2014-07Related recalls
- 03V238000Jul 1, 2003On certain cadillac deville and seville passenger vehicles, funeral coaches, and limousines equipped with a v8 (4.6l) engine, oldsmobile aurora passenger…Covers: Pontiac Bonneville 2002–2003, Cadillac Deville 2002–2003, Seville 2002–2003 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
- 10114954Dec 9, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find…
- 10127230Sep 28, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to help determine if the vehicle is equipped with factory or aftermarket Compressed Natural Gas…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 4% |
| 2003 | 6 | 11% |
| 2002 | 6 | 7% |
| 2001 | 14 | 11% |
| 2000 | 13 | 6% |
| 1999 | 23 | 16% |
| 1998 | 36 | 13% |
| 1997 | 12 | 8% |
| 1996 | 25 | 17% |
| 1995 | 9 | 4% |
| 1994 | 6 | 7% |
| 1993 | 5 | 4% |
| 1992 | 5 | 4% |
| 1991 | 1 | 5% |
| 1990 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 2 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2002 Pontiac Bonneville
19 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Pontiac Bonneville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology