Is the Pontiac Grand Prix Reliable?
1997–2008 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Pontiac Grand Prix Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 | 105 | 3 | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 2 | 172 | 15 | 2 | 61 | Fair |
| 2006 | 1 | 170 | 27 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2005 | 1 | 93 | 4 | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 4 | 305 | 32 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2003 | 4 | 59 | 13 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2002 | 4 | 227 | 23 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
| 2001 | 5 | 232 | 11 | 8 | 48 | Fair |
| 2000 | 5 | 309 | 2 | — | 74 | Good |
| 1999 | 5 | 252 | 3 | 3 | 54 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Grand Prix Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Grand Prix scores 4 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Pontiac Grand Prix Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1924 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?+
The Pontiac Grand Prix scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 31 recall campaigns and 1924 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Grand Prix is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2008 Grand Prix achieved the highest reliability score of 89/100 with 0 recalls and 105 complaints.
How many miles does a Grand Prix last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Pontiac Grand Prix owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Grand Prix will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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