2004 Pontiac GRAND PRIX NHTSA Investigations
Defect Investigations
The following investigations on the Pontiac GRAND PRIX have been announced by the ODI. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about investigations by the NHTSA.
Recent 2004 GRAND PRIX Investigations
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UNSTABLE HEADLAMPS Defect Investigation for the 2004 GRAND PRIX
Vehicle Component: Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Summary: ODI received a petition from mr. Brad lamb of the North Carolina consumers council, requesting investigation of an alleged defect evidenced by shake or bounce of the headlamps on model year 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. ODI's previous review of this issue in October 2003, determined that it did not warrant investigation. ODI's current analysis identified 36 complaints in the consumer complaint database; and a declining trend of reports was evident. A few field reports of similar nature were also submitted by the manufacturer in its early warning reporting data. A service bulletin and a revised headlamp retaining bracket were issued in November 2004, and these actions are seen as appropriate in addressing the problem while all of the subject vehicles are still covered by the new vehicle warranty. Compromise to safe vehicle operation as a result of this issue was not identified. It is unlikely that investigation would result in a NHTSA order for the recall and remedy of this problem.
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #DP05010 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on April 10 2006 and no recall was issued.