2000 Pontiac Montana Steering Problems

“This is a addon from the previous one I submitted just now. I want to point out. I was almost killed when I ran out of gas on the highway, because the gas gauge read incorrectly. When the engine become hot, it almost started a fire. I am a single parent with a ten year old. Dealers are still selling these Pontiac Montana's. We do not know how many deaths it may have already caused. Or how many women and children were stranded, because the gas gauge reads incorrectly, it will say its full but it is actually empty. The condensers go, which cause a blown head gasket. …”

“My 2000 Pontiac Montana started to shake and vibrate in the front end between 50-65 MPH. With 66k miles and driven mainly interstate, something was happening with the front suspension. Found both outer tie rod ends worn out with extreme play. Only the tie rods were worn nothing else in the front suspension. Pontiac and my dealer seem to think that tie rod wear at 66k is normal wear! Its hard to believe when I still have the original brakes. I am just glad that the tie rods did not separate since this would have been disastrous. …”

“While driving at 25 MPH it became harder to steer the vehicle. After taking vehicle to the dealer consumer was notified that power steering completely wore out.”

“The contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Montana. The contact stated that when the vehicle was pulled into the driveway, there was a loud noise under the vehicle. In addition, the steering wheel became loose and the rear axle support bracket detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”

“The contact stated while backing the vehicle up in a driveway, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. There was a very loud clunking noise and the steering wheel would turn but the tires would not. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined the bolt on the driver's side that holds the steering rod to the steering sector under the vehicle fell off. There were no problems with the vehicle prior to the incident. The vehicle is awaiting repairs.”