2004 Pontiac Grand Prix Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 9%of 454 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, 9% of the 454 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,500 miles. 10 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix with a 3800 series 3 engine. I had to get my intake gaskets and my valve covers replaced. Ive been told that this a is a common issue regarding this engine so I wanted to report it. Maybe it will be a recall someday like the 2003 and older models. This could have potentially been a serious fire and is a serious fire issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10322221, filed 2010-03, 60,000 miles“The spout where you put oil into the engine is directly over the manifold, when driving the oil low light came on so when putting oil into the engine some dripped down onto the manifold caught fire it is the 3800 v6 series non supercharged, after speaking to a local dealer ship most models have a spout that when oil is spilled it directs it over the manifold. My vehicle did not have one luckily my vehicle was saved.”
NHTSA complaint #10444754, filed 2012-01, 126,000 miles“Nhtsa recall campaign number 15v701000 . We have been notified by general motors that planning is underway to conduct this recall, which is intended to prevent engine fires caused by oil leak. As part of the plans stated in their letter, they will be permanently removing an oil fill extension and engine beauty cover during this recall. We have spoken to GM recall phone number about our dissatisfaction with the plan to permanently remove the engine cover. We see that as lowering the value of the car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10821519, filed 2016-01, 118,000 miles“On july 7 2009 I was driving my 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix gtp. Through out the day the car seem fine, I even washed it. I took my friend home and came directly right back home. A little while after flames were coming from under my hood. I immediately call 91 and about 10 minutes later they came and put it out.”
NHTSA complaint #10275953, filed 2009-07, 100,000 miles“My husband and I own a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. We had been experiencing problems with the electronic system (traction control/sts/ABS), the lights came on 2009. We bought the car in 2008. We had not being experiencing any other problems other than that we knew of. My husband did some research and found out that it was a recall on the 2004s for the traction control malfunction; however, he was told that we had missed the recall period and so we had to deal with the problem ourselves. …”
NHTSA complaint #10386159, filed 2011-03, 190,000 milesRelated recalls
- 15V701000Oct 26, 2015General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix…Covers: Pontiac Grand Prix 1997–2004, Buick Regal 1997–2004, Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1998–2004 +3 more
- 15V201000Apr 6, 2015General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9…Covers: Pontiac Grand Prix 2004, Chevrolet Impala 2004, Buick Regal 2004 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10251890Mar 13, 2024This 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…
- 10250775Feb 22, 2024This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242262Aug 24, 2023This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and…
- 10236164Apr 24, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10235802Apr 24, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234141Mar 23, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234110Mar 17, 2023This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10227056Nov 9, 2022This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 | 4 | 2% |
| 2006 | 6 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 4% |
| 2004 | 41 | 9% |
| 2003 | 16 | 15% |
| 2002 | 62 | 19% |
| 2001 | 102 | 33% |
| 2000 | 151 | 33% |
| 1999 | 152 | 37% |
| 1998 | 90 | 18% |
| 1997 | 136 | 17% |
| 1996 | 13 | 16% |
| 1995 | 11 | 7% |
| 1994 | 22 | 10% |
| 1993 | 10 | 8% |
| 1992 | 14 | 12% |
| 1991 | 19 | 11% |
| 1990 | 16 | 9% |
| 1989 | 14 | 10% |
| 1988 | 4 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
107 complaintsEngine
98 complaintsSteering
64 complaintsBrakes
51 complaintsExterior lighting
41 complaintsBody and structure
33 complaintsAir bags
28 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsWheels
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsSuspension
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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