NHTSA — Power Train: Automatic Transmission Problems

1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (Page 1 of 2)

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 1
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1995 Pontiac Grand Prix transmission problems

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1995 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #22

Apr 051998

Grand Prix

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I purchased this car with low mileage and have cared for it exceptionally well and I have had two major equipment failures. These should not occur at such relatively low mileage totals. I understand some models of Pontiac have had recalls for the brake system, but I was told this model does not have a recall for that equipment. I will defintely consider another model of car other than this one within the next year because of my frustration.

- Mitchell, SD, USA

problem #21

Feb 212001

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
For a car with only 80,000 miles on it the transmission should not have failed especialy since it has been in the shop about 8 times since I bought it 2 years ago. The car is always kept up with scheduled changes and never abused but still the car breaks down and GM should consider the 1995 Grand Prix a lemon.

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #20

Jun 012001

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission will not shift into gear. Manufacturer has been notified. Consumer has contacted manufacturer five times, however consumer has not had any response back yet.

- Pontiac, MI, USA

problem #19

Apr 092001

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Red Bay, AL, USA

problem #18

Nov 212000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Evart, MI, USA

problem #17

Apr 272000

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission making loud noise can feel movement in gear shift had car towed to local transmission repair man it cost $1712 to fix.

- Moon Twp, PA, USA

problem #16

Apr 102000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When starting the engine the vehicle experienced a grinding noise and would not go into reverse due to a stripped reverse drum.

- Boone, NC, USA

problem #15

Jan 142000

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
1995 Pontiac Grand Prix in which I own had the same exact transmission failure as did two other owners who have the same exact vehicle. Failure of transmission occurred within 30 to 60 days of my own failure. Quotes given as to replacement of transmission are $1,800 to $2,200 by dealerships and transmission repair shops.

- Laurel, MD, USA

problem #14

Jun 011999

Grand Prix

  • miles
The transmission selector lever is very difficult to put into position. It is very difficult for me and especially difficult for my very small wife. It seems like a severe binding is present, it has become progressively worse over time. Will be taking it to the dealers this week.

- Macclenny, FL, USA

problem #13

Aug 091999

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary listed for abov evehicle.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #12

Nov 011998

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Alternator burned out, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly which almost caused a crash. Also, at 29,000 tranmission system malfunctioned due to the clutch in 4th gear breaking. Dealer could not determine the cause. But replaced the alternator and transmission system.

- Middleburg, FL, USA

problem #11

Sep 171999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Transmission failed while trying to accelerate onto the interstate, slipped out of drive into neutral. Put the shifter into park and then into reverse and there was no movement of car. Tried to put into drive again and a grinding noise started.

- Gatesville, TX, USA

problem #10

Sep 191999

Grand Prix

  • miles
Transmission failed w/O warning at 53K miles; dealer will replace with rebuilt at my cost; dealer rep told me that that transmission isn't made anymore-the new one is entirely different. Just had transmission serviced at 45K with no problems. Seen on other web sites that others have had the same problem-defective? dealer just says these things happen...

- Los Osos, CA, USA

problem #9

Jul 121999

Grand Prix

  • miles
The transmission failed prematurely. It went into the transmission shop twice to get repairred. The dealer subcontracted the transmission shop.

- Cranston, RI, USA

problem #8

May 011999

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle will not go into reverse and the oil is low. Consumer observed that oil is not leaking. The dealer has been notified.

- Sharpsville, PA, USA

problem #7

Jul 311998

(reported on)

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Poor transmission performance.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #6

Jun 071998

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving vehicle about 25 mph consumer transmission pawl was in the drive position, but the vehicle did not move when stepping on the accelerator. Also pawl couldn't be moved to reverse.

- Corona, CA, USA

problem #5

Mar 011997

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle experienced transmission problem due to a crack in reverse housing, needing to rebuild.

- Syracuse, NY, USA

problem #4

Nov 221997

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving about 35mph the transmission slipped. The vehicle is at the dealership for re[air.

- E. Lansing, MI, USA

problem #3

Jul 251996

Grand Prix

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Automatic transmission failure.

- Fort Bragg, NC, USA

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