1994 Pontiac Grand Prix Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 9%of 213 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix, 9% of the 213 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Windshield wiper/turn signal multi-function switch on steering column replaced twice already (12/31/96, 02/17/99) and now blinkers are inop and must be replaced for a third time. Have noticed this item is responsible for numerous complaints.”
NHTSA complaint #10005794, filed 2003-02, 140,000 miles“1. Runs hot was told by dealer its normal to run it at 230 20,000 miles. 2. Replace brakes at 40,000 miles. 500.00 repair 3. Recalled for wiper/signal switch 45,000, 4. Cuts out or rpms move the car doesn't, dealer cant find a problem 46,000 miles. 5. Drinks oil no signs of leaks! 60,000 miles dealer has no clue! 6. Total over heating at 70,000. Replace thermostat. 300.00 repair 7. Battery went dead 71,000 miles 90.00 repair 8. Turn signals stick will not turn off by themselves not blink 72,000 miles 9. Replace alternator at 73,000 miles, 400.00 repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #10130911, filed 2005-08, 20,000 miles“There has been smoke and fumes emitting from the steering column six different times. I have had two turn signals switches replaced and a third one is going bad and two winfshield wiper switches. There was a recall for the wiper switch which went bad also. I have expressed the concern over this being a fire hazard and am worried. I am now writing to GM explaining my concerns.”
NHTSA complaint #707575, filed 1999-06“Mcnamara Pontiac serviced the car on 01/9/98 due to brakes pulsating.at this time they replaced the wiper switch.by september of the following year the part failed while my wife was coming from work in a severe thunderstorm.luckily she was able to get to the side of the road without any incident.we noticed that if we put the left turn signal on,the wipers will work.after speaking with the service rep at the dealer he stated that they could not make the repair under the recall because our vehicle VIN happened to not be on the list .we were quoted approx. …”
NHTSA complaint #719412, filed 2000-02“The steering column had to be replaced on the consumers 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. The steering wheel had come out of the post. When the vehicle was returned to the consumer the directional light and the hazard lights had become inoperative. The consumer requested reimbursement.”
NHTSA complaint #10127964, filed 2005-06Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 30 | 21% |
| 2007 | 92 | 42% |
| 2006 | 48 | 20% |
| 2005 | 3 | 2% |
| 2004 | 41 | 9% |
| 2003 | 8 | 8% |
| 2002 | 24 | 7% |
| 2001 | 18 | 6% |
| 2000 | 22 | 5% |
| 1999 | 8 | 2% |
| 1998 | 90 | 18% |
| 1997 | 149 | 18% |
| 1996 | 4 | 5% |
| 1995 | 18 | 11% |
| 1994 | 20 | 9% |
| 1993 | 10 | 8% |
| 1992 | 10 | 9% |
| 1991 | 16 | 9% |
| 1990 | 9 | 5% |
| 1989 | 6 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
65 complaintsBrakes
45 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsAir bags
24 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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