2001 Pontiac Grand Prix Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 6%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,625miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 6% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,625 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The map lights wont turn off. Its not registering my door being shut I have replaced everything on the door but it still gives me this problem. Its dangerous especially when driving.”
NHTSA complaint #11311995, filed 2020-02, 138,245 miles“I was pulled over by police for no rear lights. Upon investigation, found multi-function switch bad/jammed. Hazard light button stuck in up position. If pushed to the side and held, lights operate as advertised for some period of time, but will at some point stop working without my knowledge. Multi-function switch is dealer only part. Price is $500 + labor for installation.”
NHTSA complaint #10389390, filed 2011-03, 130,000 miles“It was driving fine and I pulled into a parking lot and noticed that the steering became really hard then smelled something burning so I parked then started seeing smoke come from underneath the hood so I opened it and saw a small flame toward the back of the engine luckily I had a jug of water in the trunk and put it out and there was power steering fluid sparyed all over I'm assuming the fire melted a hose. The car still start but it doesn't sound good probably melted the spark plugs wires I'm sure . * (recall related incident) ts”
NHTSA complaint #11289084, filed 2019-12, 68,894 miles“I have three complaints. 1. Window issues: I have had to have repair work done on two windows. The first one fell down and was repaired without having to replace the motor or anything, but it still cost about $150 in labor. The second time I had a window not working, it was the switch in the door. My parents have a car like mine and have had to have expensive window mechanics replacement done as well. 2. Another problem I am having now is with the switch for the rear lights. It has quit working and the part alone will cost about $350. …”
NHTSA complaint #10257701, filed 2009-02, 115,000 miles“I bought the car oct 2003 it had 23000 miles on it and then when it hit 30000 miles that's when trouble started my husband went to check on his brother and turned the car off and was off for 1 hour and went to start the car and it wouldn't stay running took it to the local repair man and he worked on it and nothing 250.00 dollars later he hauled it the GM dealer in independence ks. Where they said it was the anti theft device had me locked out and the had to replace the module. 480.00 later. …”
NHTSA complaint #10136472, filed 2005-09, 36,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior 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 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
102 complaintsEngine
65 complaintsElectrical system
60 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsSteering
21 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsEquipment
10 complaintsTires
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
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.
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