2001 Pontiac Grand Prix Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 3%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 67,203miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 67,203 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Oil leakage from valve covers, transmission failure, hub assembly failure,traction system failure. Problems with only 60,000 miles GM will not acknowledge responsibility or assist in paying for repairs. Found many similar complaints. Should not have these problems with low mileage on this vehicle which was purchased new and well maintained. Told by certified mechanics that these problems should not have happened.”
NHTSA complaint #10311904, filed 2010-02, 60,000 miles“Mileage/date complaint resolution 24736-10/29/01 rt ft power window replaced motor regulator 59454-12/5/02 error code 20 on cd replaced cd player ($537.59) 62469-1/30/03 rt rr power window regulator cables worn gears stripped 62469 tach intermittent replace crankshaft sensor 62469 trans slipping computer said no problem ($1,050) 64406-2/25/03 won't go into reverse replaced transmission 70758-5/23/03 key won't come out replace shifter assy ($510) 70758 rt rr power window intermittent - could find no problem 83769-10/24/03 engine coolant recall perform recall 83769 rt rr power window replaces…”
NHTSA complaint #10071101, filed 2004-01, 64,406 miles“I'm not sure on all dates of car problem's. Carfax has all that information. It's been in the shop 6 times,now my service engine light has come on again. This will be the 7th time within 1 year. One thing was fixed 3 time's in same month,I beleave.the dealer ship in tx, said the dealer ship in il never fixed it the first 2 times.”
NHTSA complaint #10069708, filed 2004-01“The contact owns a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idle, a burning odor was detected. The contact turned off the vehicle and noticed that there was smoke and then flames coming from underneath the hood. The contact did not sustain any injuries, and no medical attention was received. No police report was filed. The contact waited until the fire went out on its own and placed a cloth on top of the hood. The contact inspected underneath the hood and noticed that antifreeze was spraying outward. …”
NHTSA complaint #11465335, filed 2022-05, 143,000 miles“The contact owns a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that the paint on the hood of her vehicle abnormally chips. While driving approximately 50 MPH, she noticed flames on the panel of the front driver's side window. She used a small bottle of water to douse the flames and smoke. Currently, all of the power windows are inoperative. The vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of the failures. The failure and current mileages were 70,000. Updated 06/09/09 updated 06/09/09.”
NHTSA complaint #10269942, filed 2009-05, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10113662May 27, 2015This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4 | 3% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 9 | 4% |
| 2005 | 8 | 5% |
| 2004 | 25 | 6% |
| 2003 | 2 | 2% |
| 2002 | 9 | 3% |
| 2001 | 8 | 3% |
| 2000 | 13 | 3% |
| 1999 | 9 | 2% |
| 1998 | 14 | 3% |
| 1997 | 19 | 2% |
| 1996 | 4 | 5% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 4 | 2% |
| 1993 | 3 | 2% |
| 1992 | 5 | 4% |
| 1991 | 8 | 5% |
| 1990 | 3 | 2% |
| 1989 | 3 | 2% |
| 1988 | 2 | 2% |
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 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsEquipment
10 complaintsTires
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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