1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 1%of 810 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix, 1% of the 810 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 miles.
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.
“Dt: the contact stated the loop that attaches the hood latch broke off ,and hit the windshield on the contact's son's vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no free remedy. Updated. 01/19/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10144999, filed 2005-12, 100,000 miles“1) I have had a problem with my headlights (plastic part that covers the white light) and bulb have completely fallen off. My vehicle has not been hit or vandalized. They have just fallen off. I have co-workers who also own the same vehicle, same year though some are newer models that have had the same problem. I also see many vehicles on the road with no covers or burned out bulbs. 2) also my fog lights have been replaced twice this year they both have burned out on two occasions. 3) I also never received any recall letters about my vehicle there are two recalls as of today. …”
NHTSA complaint #10010245, filed 2003-03“Unable to remove the key from the ignition, would have to use the release under the steering wheel. Also can not get out of park, need to use the release to get into rev, or drive. Brought it to mechanice, was told need cylinder- $500.00 ro replace.”
NHTSA complaint #10088162, filed 2004-08“1997 Pontiac Grand Prix issue: the key does disengange from steering column. Dealer quotes $550 for cylinder, but claims it could be something else. I realize that steering for this vehicle is already an issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10086086, filed 2004-08“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…”
NHTSA complaint #719842, filed 2000-03Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 0% |
| 2005 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 0% |
| 2000 | 1 | 0% |
| 1999 | 1 | 0% |
| 1998 | 1 | 0% |
| 1997 | 9 | 1% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 3 | 1% |
| 1993 | 2 | 2% |
| 1989 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
216 complaintsExterior lighting
149 complaintsEngine cooling
136 complaintsElectrical system
88 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
78 complaintsAir bags
56 complaintsBrakes
52 complaintsEngine
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
32 complaintsSuspension
26 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 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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