We found the following complaints for PONTIAC SUNFIRE (2000)
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Daughter hydroplaned, went into ditch on right side of road, traveled across road into left ditch and hit tree, opening the convertible top during crash and totaled vehicleairbags didn't deploy during crash.
Front-end collision; car totalled; major front end damage;neither air bag deployed.
I was on route 65 in north sewickely in pennsylvania.i was stopped due to another driver in front of me making a left hand turn. A car came from behind hitting me and i was propelled in front of oncoming traffic which hit the front end of my car. The air bags did not deploy from the head on collision. I received multiple bruises and sprained neck and shoulder. I have pain to my abdomen due to the seat belt, i had on. Nothing, my car was totaled due to this accident.i have a call into gm because this is the second accident in this car which the air bag did not deploy. The other one was a few months of buying the car brand new in 2000. When a deer ran in front of me on interstate 19. Smashing the front end the air bags did not deploy then either. I was traveling about 50 mph when the deer hit me. I had on my safety belt.
Dt:the contact stated two frontal air bags deployed while turning into a gas station. This occurred while driving at a low speed. She was the only occupant in the vehicle and was wearing her seat belt at the time.thee airbags deployed on the passenger side.there was corrosion and water in the air bag.the contact sustained two black eyes, a knot on her forehead and burns on her throat and chest. After the deployment the driver's side frame was lying on the ground. She did not hit anything. It sounded as if sheran over glass in the road.the passenger's side air bag deployed toward the windshield instead of deploying out toward the passenger seat. The police officer did cameandtook a report. The insurance companycametook the vehicle to see who was at fault for this problem.the contactstated that she was in two previous rear end accidents and neither air bag deployed at that time. From the time of her last accident it had been about two months until this incident occurred. Update 12/6/2005 - the road the consumer was traveling on was under construction at the time of the accident.
Consumer was having problem withbrakesbeforeaccident. While traveling approximately 15mph another vehicle stopped suddenly in front.airbag didn't deploy, and seatbelt restraint didn't lock up.consumer had complained almost a year about brakes. Dealer claimed they had checked brakes. Vehicle was take to another dealer, and they foundfactory seals still onbrakes.consumer suffered some serious injuries.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision crashinginto a tree, impact was approximately 45-50 mph. Upon impact, both frontal air bags deployed 15 minute afterward. Consumer was air carries to the local hospital with major injuries. Dealer and the manufacturer were both notified.
Consumer hit the front side of a dodge truck at about 35 mph, and the airbags did not deploy. *ml
While traveling at 10 mph a van headed south ran stop sign and hit consumer's vehicle on driver's side at about 40 mph,andnone ofairbags deployed.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 60 mph, and the airbags did not deploy. Dealer and manufacturer will be notified.
The contact owns a 2000 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, a small fire occurred in the steering column and instrument panel. In addition, the front driver's side windshield was cracked. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not repaired. In 2005, the vehicle was repaired under a recall related to the most recent failure under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v036000 (electrical system: ignition: switch). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.updated 08/07/12*ljupdated 08/15/2012
My turn signals have been acting up lately. After doing some research online, i decided to file the claim-seems i am not the only one having the same problem.when i use my left turn signal, more often then not it doesn't work,my dash lights flash and my windshield wipers will not shut off. When i use my right signal, the dash lights flash but my windshield wipers only stay on for about a minute. If i have my headlights on (for night driving) the wipers are on constantly. Also, my windshield fluid does not spray.i had the wiring replaced some time around when i purchased it 4 years ago (old part not available). It corrected the problem for about a year, however since then it has been a come and go issue.
I have had my vehicle in for brake repair several times in the past 3 1/2 yrs. At least 5-7 times. My car is now experiencing several electrical problems with a plug under the harness and with the computer system and wiring. My car will not start for several days and then it will start, only to breakdown againwhen it heats up. It has also cut off while i was driving 70 mph on the expressway.it has been towed 3 times in three weeks for repair due to these problems. I've spent several hundred dollars trying to fix these problems and nothing seems to work. The plug under the harness was melting through my back floorboard, melting my carpet with the potential to catch on fire. I was informed by the service men that i'm experiencing computer and wiring problems. They advised me to contact my insurance company regarding totaling my car out because it has great potential to catch on fire. I contacted gm's customer assistance center regarding all of the problems i'm having and they are not willing to help due to my car being 3 1/2 yrs. Old. There have been several other small issues with this vehicle, but this car is very dangerous and i cannot afford to keep wasting money on repairs. I think a car should last more than 3 1/2 yrs! july 26th 2003 was the last tow date and it's still in the shop. Can you help?*ph
Consumer stated the alternator was replaced, also the coil had burned the terminals and wires.
My car is a 2000 pontiac sunfire, and twice within 12 months i have had the same problem with this vehicle. The day time running lights and the bright lights quit working , the 1st time the dealership said it was a badwire and replaced it, within one year it happened again, but thedealership said that the part was only warranted for 1yr or 12,000 miles of which the vehicle had been driven over the 12,000 miles,therefore i am having to pay again (twice in one year ) for the same problem. This is ridiculous!
Brand new automobile continued to breakdown. Consumer was told that it was an electrical problem or computer problem.just missed being crushed byoncoming automobiles on highway. *ml
The vehicle stalled. The dealer stated the problem was electrical.
"takata recall" while driving at night on a county road and switching from low beams to high beams, the headlights went completely dark and did not come back on until switching back to low beams.after inspection, noticed the day runners also were not working.all fuses were plugged in and good.replacing the relay did not fix the problem described herein.
Vehicle was blowing fuses torear tailights. Ifvehicle could be be driven/ turned off, started back up, and there will be no lights inrear. Dealer has fixed it 4 times. They have replacedfuses, and has no other remedy.consumer has be stranded without any lights at night.
Rear passenger side turn signal socket it is getting very hot and is melting bulbs and socket.have replaced bulbs various times with and without proper grease and no change.
The contact owns a 2000 pontiac sunfire. Upon starting the engine at night, the instrument panel would not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but there were no repairs made to the vehicle. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.
Vehicle stalled twice in the last 6 months at about 45 mph. Vehicle taken to dealer 4-5 times,could not locate cause. Dealer replaced battery and alternator. Consumer refused to drive vehicle.
Vehicle stalled twice in the last 6 months at about 45 mph. Vehicle taken to dealer 4-5 times,could not locate cause. Dealer replaced battery and alternator. Consumer refused to drive vehicle.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
The contact owns a 2000 pontiac sunfire. The ignition switch has melted,which disabled vehicle operation. The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted. He was referred to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The warranty expired, and there were no recalls that addressed the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.
The contact owns a 2000 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, a small fire occurred in the steering column and instrument panel. In addition, the front driver's side windshield was cracked. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not repaired. In 2005, the vehicle was repaired under a recall related to the most recent failure under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v036000 (electrical system: ignition: switch). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.updated 08/07/12*ljupdated 08/15/2012
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
When driven at highway speed for long time--turn off car-- will not start again.
Brand new automobile continued to breakdown. Consumer was told that it was an electrical problem or computer problem.just missed being crushed byoncoming automobiles on highway. *ml
Problems with 2000 pontiac sunfire engine.*mr the vehicle would crank sometimes but not start.on one occasion the vehicleattempted to crank and stalled in the process.the problem continued.the consumer was told that the starter had gone out, maybe there was an electrical problem, or the fuel pump.the fuel pump and sender ring was replaced.there was a burnt coolant smell and the valve cover gasket ruptured leaking oil. *sc
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Son (denny herold) drove car to work and to a friends house, shut off car, went inside, and came back to find his car full of smoke (windows down) smoke rolling from car. Fire department, police called just missed by 15 minutes having his pregnant wife and 2 year old sone in the car with him.gm notified, green chevrolet notifed, fire department looked at, state farm looked at, gm fire inspector looked at fire started on passenger side of car on floor near console. Car totally destroyed. Fire dept and state farm said electrical. Office of defects nhtsa has a odi id: 717953 on 1/23/2000 which reported a similar incident where fire occurred in car because of short in lead wire on passenger side of car and burned through carpet.
I have had my vehicle in for brake repair several times in the past 3 1/2 yrs. At least 5-7 times. My car is now experiencing several electrical problems with a plug under the harness and with the computer system and wiring. My car will not start for several days and then it will start, only to breakdown againwhen it heats up. It has also cut off while i was driving 70 mph on the expressway.it has been towed 3 times in three weeks for repair due to these problems. I've spent several hundred dollars trying to fix these problems and nothing seems to work. The plug under the harness was melting through my back floorboard, melting my carpet with the potential to catch on fire. I was informed by the service men that i'm experiencing computer and wiring problems. They advised me to contact my insurance company regarding totaling my car out because it has great potential to catch on fire. I contacted gm's customer assistance center regarding all of the problems i'm having and they are not willing to help due to my car being 3 1/2 yrs. Old. There have been several other small issues with this vehicle, but this car is very dangerous and i cannot afford to keep wasting money on repairs. I think a car should last more than 3 1/2 yrs! july 26th 2003 was the last tow date and it's still in the shop. Can you help?*ph
Passenger tail light or brake light have been replaced several times. Fuses replaced several times. Once replaced bulbs defect within an hour or so. Dome light or over head light repeats same process. Vehicle's battery and terminals replaced with no change.$$$
Vehicle was blowing fuses torear tailights. Ifvehicle could be be driven/ turned off, started back up, and there will be no lights inrear. Dealer has fixed it 4 times. They have replacedfuses, and has no other remedy.consumer has be stranded without any lights at night.
When drivingheadlights, and everything in dashboard completely shutdown. Vehicle has beento repair garage a total of seven times for an electical problem. However,problem has not been remedied as of yet. Please provide any further information.
I have had my vehicle in for brake repair several times in the past 3 1/2 yrs. At least 5-7 times. My car is now experiencing several electrical problems with a plug under the harness and with the computer system and wiring. My car will not start for several days and then it will start, only to breakdown againwhen it heats up. It has also cut off while i was driving 70 mph on the expressway.it has been towed 3 times in three weeks for repair due to these problems. I've spent several hundred dollars trying to fix these problems and nothing seems to work. The plug under the harness was melting through my back floorboard, melting my carpet with the potential to catch on fire. I was informed by the service men that i'm experiencing computer and wiring problems. They advised me to contact my insurance company regarding totaling my car out because it has great potential to catch on fire. I contacted gm's customer assistance center regarding all of the problems i'm having and they are not willing to help due to my car being 3 1/2 yrs. Old. There have been several other small issues with this vehicle, but this car is very dangerous and i cannot afford to keep wasting money on repairs. I think a car should last more than 3 1/2 yrs! july 26th 2003 was the last tow date and it's still in the shop. Can you help?*ph
I would like to report a pattern of small (but annoying) complaints with the 2000 pontiac sunfire i recently owned. I state "recently owned" because i gratefully traded it in last week with just 56,234 miles on it on a new 2006 subaru impreza. I bought the pontiac new in 2000 and cared for it up until recently, when problems began cropping up on it like snowflakes in a blizzard. My sunfire ran well until about six month ago when i began to notice a burning oil smell from its vents. It turned out that it needed a new valve cover gasket that was causing a minor oil leak. Its exhaust system was also beginning to rust out. However, recently, a few lights on the dash cluster that illuminated the car's tachometer and shifter console went out-no reason given-garage said it would be a difficult repair. Then, about two weeks ago, the digital odometer began to go blank and show symbols. I had had enough, so i traded it in last week (after revealing to the dealer the problems that it had). I hope they can fix it up and provide it with a new owner-it was a nice car, but i don't think a car should begin to wear out that quickly-my previous car, a 1993 ford escort bought new, lasted me for over 120,000 miles before i traded it in on the pontiac. Again, gm needs to look into its quality-no wonder they are losing customers (like me) to foreign car companies.
When drivingheadlights, and everything in dashboard completely shutdown. Vehicle has beento repair garage a total of seven times for an electical problem. However,problem has not been remedied as of yet. Please provide any further information.
While driving the consumer noticed flames coming from vent house under the dash. Drivers vehicle was totalled. Consumer also stated the vehicle had numerous radios that failed and were replaced by the dealership which had two computer fuses and other problems related to the electrical system. *scc
While driving at 70 mph vehicle would stall, and it would be hard to control vehicle.
While driving 60 mph the vehicle stalled and the driver lost power steering.the consumer managed to pull over to side of road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but they have not been able to resolve the problem.
While traveling vehicle shut down on the highway at 70 mph. Vehicle was towed to a dealer and the alternator was replaced.after getting back on the road vehicle continued to shut down. However, it restarted.after arriving home the vehicle wasstill defective.
Problems with 2000 pontiac sunfire engine.*mr the vehicle would crank sometimes but not start.on one occasion the vehicleattempted to crank and stalled in the process.the problem continued.the consumer was told that the starter had gone out, maybe there was an electrical problem, or the fuel pump.the fuel pump and sender ring was replaced.there was a burnt coolant smell and the valve cover gasket ruptured leaking oil. *sc
While driving on freeway at 60 mph vehicle completely shut down.t when driving 30 miles or lessvehicle was fine. Tookvehicle to the dealer, they put it on the diagnostic machine, said nothing was wrong. However, the problemrecurred whendriving on the freeway at a high speed.
The consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor.the vehicle slowed down on its on.the consumer was able to control the vehicle. The driver was able to drive it to dealer.the mechanic informed the driver that the problem could not be duplicate.the engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained.there wasleaking boiling under the dash on both sides. *sc
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Radiator came apart at the lower connection between aluminum and plastic/all fluid came out and overheated.dt
Noticed thecoolant light kept coming on and off.added some even tho it said not before 5 years or 150,000 miles.car did not heat up on long trip from nm to ca. Dealer said maybe it was the computer chip. After checking it was told the bottom hose on radiator had a leak cause by loose motor mount and dogbone. They fixed it for $187.00 and wanted another $700.00 to fix motor mount and db. I had checked by another mechanic and was told nothing wrong with mm or db. I feel i was taken.i noticed noleak in over 3 weeks before dealer had the car. I feel their pressure test burst the hose.
Vehicle broke down, smoke was coming from the engine and the engine would not turn over. *mr the engine melted hoses and other parts due to the gasket blowing out while the vehicle was in motion.the dashboard failed to signal the problem.the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
The vehicle experienced a knocking noise.there was not warning.(engine or oil light)the vehicle wasn't low of oil and was changed regularly.the vehicle never made a knocking noise before.scc
Consumer states warning for coolant illuminated.next day vehicle started leaking collant overnight.while the dealer vehicle would not start.provide further information. Ts
Car has had numerous problems since day one.brakes chatter, overheating, service engine light, cd player and speakers did not work.now it stalls with no warning at all.stalls at 70 mph going down highway.has stalled while driving 3 or 4 times in the past two days.checked out at service station on computer, and shows no problems.have read many complaints here about the exact same problem.bad fuel pump or something is causing car to stall.then it takes from 10 to 15 minutes to start again.some days it just won't start at all.have had car checked many times, and no one can seem to find the problem.anyone that can help here???i think gmc owes many, many consumers an explanation and repair of this very serious and potentially dangerous problem! *ph
I own a 2000 pontiac sunfire and the car shuts off while driving at 60-65 mph.car has been taken to the pontiac dealer, they have not been able to find anything wrong with the vehicle, also left the vehicle with another mechanic who drove the car for a couple of days but it did not shut off.i am concerned because i was driving on the highway in the fast lane and the car just decelerated and stopped.
The engine cranks but will not start, vehicle has also stalled twice while driving, consumer states vehicle has been in repair shop on six occasions and problem still has not been resolved.
After leaving garage noticed fluid onfloor. Was traveling 40mph whenvehicle stalled out. Prior to stalling,coolant light had came on which was only warning signal. Vehicle has been towed to dealership.
Pontiac sunfire 2000will be driving the cars, it stalls out, then restarts without turning the key. Have talked to the pontiac dealer. Bringing it in on 12/20/2004 for further diagnosticsfrom what i have read this is a common problem related to a collapsed fuel strainer thatwill caost in the area of $200 to repair.odi action no. Pe02-66 was filed in 2002, needs to be pushed forward to hold pontiac accountable for their poor design.see (http://www.carsurvey.org/viewcomments_review_42762.html) for further confirmation.
A few days after we purchased this vehicle we noticed that the engine made a "grinding, rough" noise when put into park.there is also a vibration that can be felt inside of the car.the first time the dealer looked at the car he said it had a "miss" and he pulled up information in his computer and noted that we were the 16th people to complain of the same problem.he pulled a car off the lot and compared it to ours.it did the same thing.he said there was nothing he could do to correct the problem.the second time we took it in for this problem they hooked the car up to the computer and said it was within specs.again, we were told nothing could be done to correct this problem.we purchased a new vehicle in hopes that there would be little problems with it.this problem with the engine will run into bigger, expensive problems. Please help!
This is just a few of the many problems experienced from time of purchase. Any time i'd turn on air/heat/defrost entire car would shake violently enough to make it difficult to drive. Dealership found both problems and so far are corrected. Had to bring out another model identical to my to find the all the problems. Also had left rear speaker replaced twice, got stranded due to "generator low voltage" light not coming on when my battery cable bolt was stripped out. Had to havebrakes reburnished at 913 miles due to squealing and am currently taking it in for problems with the anti-lock brakes being engaged at all times.
Consumer stated the check engine light would blink several times, dealer informed consumer that was normal, also the oil light illuminated.
Vehicle stalled twice in the last 6 months at about 45 mph. Vehicle taken to dealer 4-5 times,could not locate cause. Dealer replaced battery and alternator. Consumer refused to drive vehicle.
Vehicle stalls at any speed, and ondaily basis. Taken vehicle numerous times to dealer, cannot remedy situation. Consumer states that prior tovehicle stalling, check engine light used toilluminate and then the air conditioner would quit, however now, vehicle will stall without any warning, this happens several times a day where it has almost caused several serious accidents.
Consumer states that the vehicle would intermittently stalls at various speeds without warning. The dealer has inspected and repaired the vehicle on several occasion and the problem still exists. Feel free to provide any further information. *mr
The engine cranks but will not start, vehicle has also stalled twice while driving, consumer states vehicle has been in repair shop on six occasions and problem still has not been resolved.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Enhanced traction failure, told it was due to oxygen sensor failure by dealership. Paint flaking off, rail dust in paint. Part of factory ground effects falling off. Radio resets stations when car is off, dealership claims there is no problem. Headliner has been fixed 3 times because it was falling, still not right. Trunk lid not lining up and dealership claims they can not fix.
Whilevehicle idles or at a stopair conditioning fumes enter t vehicle which causesdriver to feel sick, and possiblymay lose control of vehicle.please provide further information.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
This is just a few of the many problems experienced from time of purchase. Any time i'd turn on air/heat/defrost entire car would shake violently enough to make it difficult to drive. Dealership found both problems and so far are corrected. Had to bring out another model identical to my to find the all the problems. Also had left rear speaker replaced twice, got stranded due to "generator low voltage" light not coming on when my battery cable bolt was stripped out. Had to havebrakes reburnished at 913 miles due to squealing and am currently taking it in for problems with the anti-lock brakes being engaged at all times.
The vehicles air conditioning system has mold in it which causes and odor, the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on several occasions but they are unable to remedy the problem permanently.nlm
Consumer stated the speakers faded in and out, the radio was replaced and the clock resets to zero.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Car has had numerous problems since day one.brakes chatter, overheating, service engine light, cd player and speakers did not work.now it stalls with no warning at all.stalls at 70 mph going down highway.has stalled while driving 3 or 4 times in the past two days.checked out at service station on computer, and shows no problems.have read many complaints here about the exact same problem.bad fuel pump or something is causing car to stall.then it takes from 10 to 15 minutes to start again.some days it just won't start at all.have had car checked many times, and no one can seem to find the problem.anyone that can help here???i think gmc owes many, many consumers an explanation and repair of this very serious and potentially dangerous problem! *ph
My car is a 2000 pontiac sunfire, and twice within 12 months i have had the same problem with this vehicle. The day time running lights and the bright lights quit working , the 1st time the dealership said it was a badwire and replaced it, within one year it happened again, but thedealership said that the part was only warranted for 1yr or 12,000 miles of which the vehicle had been driven over the 12,000 miles,therefore i am having to pay again (twice in one year ) for the same problem. This is ridiculous!
Rear passenger side turn signal socket it is getting very hot and is melting bulbs and socket.have replaced bulbs various times with and without proper grease and no change.
"takata recall" while driving at night on a county road and switching from low beams to high beams, the headlights went completely dark and did not come back on until switching back to low beams.after inspection, noticed the day runners also were not working.all fuses were plugged in and good.replacing the relay did not fix the problem described herein.
Passenger tail light or brake light have been replaced several times. Fuses replaced several times. Once replaced bulbs defect within an hour or so. Dome light or over head light repeats same process. Vehicle's battery and terminals replaced with no change.$$$
Vehicle: 2000 pontiac sunfire the daytime running lights do not work; when the vehicle is put in gear, the lights "flicker" as the relay fires, but the lights do not remain on, then the "service" light comes on. About 75% of the time, the headlights will not turn on, and if they do, the bright lights do not work at all. You can "over-ride" the system by pulling the dimmer switch back partially, which then allows the headlights to come on. I have replaced the headlamp bulbs, and the drl relay, but the problem is still there. As i have been researching this, i saw a website called "carsurvey.org" where there are numerous complaints about this same problem on sunfires and cavaliers (1998 - 2002). Many of these comments say that according to gm dealerships, this is a wiring harness problem, and that gm is aware of this problem, but will offer no assistance in correcting it. My question to you is this: does your organization have to wait until people die as a result of this problem before you will get involved? i do not know if there have been any accidents as a result of this, but i have to believe that there will be. Please help!!!!!!
Dt*:the contact stated the service light illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealership.the dealership performed a diagnostic test and determined the wiring harness for the headlights needs to be replaced.
While driving during the daydaytime lights will work properly. However,when driving at night lights are unable to stay on,causingdriver to hold switch in order to have lights stay on.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
For my car being a 2000, i have had more than enough problems with this car.for starters, i had a defect in the side window on the drivers back side, i had the line the antifreeze runs through replaced due to a hole being burnt through if from the battery, i had the molding in my passengers side door fixed twice, then i had a problem with my lights inside and outside not coming on,so the switch was replaced, and that wasnt the problem so then it was back a second time, and the computer was replaced, then they had to order me a new cd player because there is a problem with that as well. Then there was shaking in the car as i drove it, they tested it and said there was not a problem, a week later it was back and had coil wires and other things replaced due to the shaking, then the glass in my drivers side mirror needs replaced because now that isnt working.i am really tired of going back and forth to the dealership and i am hoping something will come out of this.i cant believe that buying a new car can have so much aggrivation, to be honest i am afraid to drive it long distances, considering i drive an hour to work every day.
The contact owns a 2000 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that the vehicle's turn signals would intermittently fail to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was a recall that involved a similar failure (gmc recall number: 03043); however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 164,283.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Pontiac sunfire erratic fuel gauge.check gauge light on when it happens. *nlm
Consumer stated the vehicle would stall at highway speeds, the fuel filter intank strainer and fuel pump were replaced, also the vehicle had no power, the fuel filter line was replaced.
Fuel strainer clogged.fuel sending unit malfunctioning.erratic fuel gauge readings.the automobile has stalled 4 times due to a clogged fuel strainer.i stalled on interstate 10 in ms, alone, and was stranded a total of 4 times in the proceeding 3 days.even though there is an open investigation into this problem, pontiac service center claims they do not fix the problem free of charge.
For my car being a 2000, i have had more than enough problems with this car.for starters, i had a defect in the side window on the drivers back side, i had the line the antifreeze runs through replaced due to a hole being burnt through if from the battery, i had the molding in my passengers side door fixed twice, then i had a problem with my lights inside and outside not coming on,so the switch was replaced, and that wasnt the problem so then it was back a second time, and the computer was replaced, then they had to order me a new cd player because there is a problem with that as well. Then there was shaking in the car as i drove it, they tested it and said there was not a problem, a week later it was back and had coil wires and other things replaced due to the shaking, then the glass in my drivers side mirror needs replaced because now that isnt working.i am really tired of going back and forth to the dealership and i am hoping something will come out of this.i cant believe that buying a new car can have so much aggrivation, to be honest i am afraid to drive it long distances, considering i drive an hour to work every day.
I own a 2000 pontiac sunfire - purchased new.i had no problems until 2003 when my car would deccelerate for no reason while driving at any speed, hesitate while driving at any speed, or, after stopping at an intersection, simply would not allow acceleration.this has happened while trying to go through busy intersections.very scary.one day in 2003 the car would not start, so i had it towed to a mechanic to research this problem.he replaced my fuel pump but the car was out of warranty, so i paid for this repair along with the tow.it did not take long for the problem to occur again.what is going on?i take good care of this vehicle and, if the fuel pump was the problem, this should not be happening again so soon.second issue - early in 2004 i noticed the low coolant light coming on and off with no consistency.i checked the coolant reservoir and it was low.i added the proper coolant mixture but it didn't take long for the light to come on and off again - with no consistency.shortly thereafter the check engine light was coming on and off.i again took it to my mechanic who reset something relating to the check engine light.but the very next day the light was on again. Now, it is always on.please explain what is going on.i owe one more year on this vehicle and can't afford to have any major problems.the biggest issue is the hesitation and stalling of the car at anytime.there is no warning - it just happens.this is a disaster waiting to occur.my children ride in and drive this car.i don't need this worry on top of everything else.one more thing, about 1 year ago the air conditioner started malfunctioning.not sure if it is related to the other complaints.it only works if you have the fan on the 3rd or 4th mark.if you put it on the 1st or 2nd mark, it will work (but not to capacity) only while the vehicle is moving.if you stop, it stops.
Repeat issueon12-28-04 -cold weather, expressway speeds - no warning car lost power and stalled on expressway.finally restarted after tow truck arrived.stalled again on 12-29-04 same conditions - would not restart - towed to gm dealership. Fuel pump and system replaced.
Car has had numerous problems since day one.brakes chatter, overheating, service engine light, cd player and speakers did not work.now it stalls with no warning at all.stalls at 70 mph going down highway.has stalled while driving 3 or 4 times in the past two days.checked out at service station on computer, and shows no problems.have read many complaints here about the exact same problem.bad fuel pump or something is causing car to stall.then it takes from 10 to 15 minutes to start again.some days it just won't start at all.have had car checked many times, and no one can seem to find the problem.anyone that can help here???i think gmc owes many, many consumers an explanation and repair of this very serious and potentially dangerous problem! *ph
Problems with 2000 pontiac sunfire engine.*mr the vehicle would crank sometimes but not start.on one occasion the vehicleattempted to crank and stalled in the process.the problem continued.the consumer was told that the starter had gone out, maybe there was an electrical problem, or the fuel pump.the fuel pump and sender ring was replaced.there was a burnt coolant smell and the valve cover gasket ruptured leaking oil. *sc
2000 pontiac sunfire experiencing fuel pump malfunctions at vehicle age of 3.5 yrs. Car has been taken to muliple mechanics, all of whom suggest pump malfunction and reccommend replacement of fuel pump, filter and relay valve.manufacturer warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles has expired for this vehicle.car initially taken into pontiac dealership for servicing a problem with ignition. Engine would turn but not fire resulting in no ignition. Car owner paid for replacement of fuel pump, filter and relay valve.
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
Fuel was leaking underneath vehicle, contacted dealer, who towed vehicle and replaced fuel tank.tank was leaking around seals.
I have had my vehicle in for brake repair several times in the past 3 1/2 yrs. At least 5-7 times. My car is now experiencing several electrical problems with a plug under the harness and with the computer system and wiring. My car will not start for several days and then it will start, only to breakdown againwhen it heats up. It has also cut off while i was driving 70 mph on the expressway.it has been towed 3 times in three weeks for repair due to these problems. I've spent several hundred dollars trying to fix these problems and nothing seems to work. The plug under the harness was melting through my back floorboard, melting my carpet with the potential to catch on fire. I was informed by the service men that i'm experiencing computer and wiring problems. They advised me to contact my insurance company regarding totaling my car out because it has great potential to catch on fire. I contacted gm's customer assistance center regarding all of the problems i'm having and they are not willing to help due to my car being 3 1/2 yrs. Old. There have been several other small issues with this vehicle, but this car is very dangerous and i cannot afford to keep wasting money on repairs. I think a car should last more than 3 1/2 yrs! july 26th 2003 was the last tow date and it's still in the shop. Can you help?*ph
2000 pontiac sunfire experiencing fuel pump malfunctions at vehicle age of 3.5 yrs. Car has been taken to muliple mechanics, all of whom suggest pump malfunction and reccommend replacement of fuel pump, filter and relay valve.manufacturer warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles has expired for this vehicle.car initially taken into pontiac dealership for servicing a problem with ignition. Engine would turn but not fire resulting in no ignition. Car owner paid for replacement of fuel pump, filter and relay valve.
My car was driving perfect until 3 weeks ago, it has since then wont start back up. Thought it was something to do with spark, then tried spark plug wires, new battery, checked alternator and fuses,coils all good. Then i was lead to maybe the gas that was in it. Dropped gas tank, put new fuel filter, checked fuel pump, gas lines, it did stay running one time since but was shaking roughly with a flashing check engine light. Will not run anymore since then. Have not been able to drive my vehicle for 3 weeks now and it is my only car..also before the car started having the above problems my brakes kept getting tons of air also losing a ton of brake fluid, abs light stays on and all brake lines are good. It's dangerous. Also have bled the brakes. Not much help other than temporarily.
On 1-23-2000, my automobile, which is just 4 months old, started showing problems. Every time you applied the brakes, all the interior lights inside would go out.the following morning, i went outside to start my car to let it warm up, when i returned in about 15 min.the interior was filled with smoke and had a very strong odor like plastic burning.i took it to the local dealership here in town, they first said that they checked everything out and could not find anything wrong, just as soon as i got in the car and hit the brake pedal, all the interior lights went out.after leaving the car with them agian they found that the lead wire had shorted out on the passnger side and burnt through the carpet at ground point.i feel this could have been a major problem had the carpet ignited and especially beings it is a new auto.i feel this should be checked out and see if any other similiar problems have occured and these auto's should be recalled.
The transmission failed at 62000 miles.the consumer requested reimbursement from the manufacturer but was denied.
My daughters car was having starting problems (not enough gas getting to the engine to start, had to pump the gas). I took it for a test drive in a empty parking lot once it started. I was going approx 10mph the first time i pushed the gas pedal to the floor. When i released the pedal it stayed in place at full throttle. I pushed the breaks to stop the car and had to throw it into neutral before the throttle released. Scared the hell out of me!! thank god my teenage daughter never pushed the throttle all the way down!! i tried it several more times with the same results. Somehow the throttle sticking is tied to the transmission because, everytime, the throttle would released as soon as i put it in neutral. I donot have the vin because we took it to a shop tonight. Just thought i should warn anyone else with this vehicle. I had my daughter meet me in the parking lot and told her to floor it with the same results, and as i thought would happened she panic and only pushed the breaks yelling "ow god, ow god. I had my hand on the shifter and moved it to neutral. Against her will made her do it again and again so she could learn not to panic and put it in neutral in case this happens to her ever in the future. Should be a training in drivers ed.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Since purchased in april 24 2000, having transmission problems and defective transmission pan gasket and defective transmission pump has been replaced, grinding noises when car is parked.entire transmisson had to be taken out of vehicle and brake failure with in the 8 months of ownership.
My 2000 sunfire automatic car stopped moving on december 19, 2004 with 64,000 miles on it.i had it in the dealership in viroqua, wi on mon., dec. 21.they told me on dec. 22 the transmission went out and the part would be in at the beginning of january 2005.i called them every weekin the beginning of the month. I was told "i was on the top of the hundreds list to get the part."then the date was moved to the end of jan. 2005.i called them back on feb. 1, 2005 and they told me they didn't know when the part would be made and they have moved the place where they make the parts.i have a loaner car from the dealership, but i want my car back. Is there a major problem with the automatic transmissions in gm vechiles or in the sunfire car directly?
Prior to the transmission failing, i did get aengine check light about two months previous.when the dealership checked it out, they said the light indicated a problem with the transmission, but when they ran the computer checks they couldn't find anything wrong with the transmission.with no warning light on, the reverse gear went out on this car.when i talked with the dealership i was informed that my car was the second sunfire that they themselves had to replace the transmission in.when i called pontiac to inquire as to this specific problem i was told by them that "they don't keep those statistics".if that information is not kept by them, how do they ever know if/that they have a problem with their product?do they not have quality control??thank you for your assistance.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
I was driving straight through a residential neighboorhood at about 15-20 mph, when i lost control of my vehicle, and crashed into a parked car.the cause of accident was unknown at the time, but there were several people including mechanics that have looked at my car and stated to me that the axle snapped in half. This would of occured before i hit the other car, because i was knocked unconscious from the deployment of the airbags, due to the snap of the axle.i have tried to ask many people to look at it, to see what they think would of been the cause, but they have said that they are not able to.many mechanics have stated to me that the impact of my car with the other car would not of caused it to snap.also, with the ways that the cars ended up together, there is no possible way.i would just like to know if there is anything that can be done to determin the cause of the accident.
Driving in a residential area at 15mph, car made a griding sound. Clutch froze, and transaxel fluid was dripping from car. 1st mechanic said differential pin came loose and blew off transmission cover, lodging itself in the transimission. 2nd mechanic confirmed. Both said that they have seen this before in pontiac sunfire's.there is no recall as of this date. Repair will cost me over $2000.
Consumer stated vehicle would not shift out of gear, the dealer replaced the transmission.
Consumer was traveling about 60mph on the highway and another vehicle hit consumer's vehicle from behind , anddriver's side seatbelt broke.driver went throughwindshield.dealershipwas aware ofproblem.
Consumer was having problem withbrakesbeforeaccident. While traveling approximately 15mph another vehicle stopped suddenly in front.airbag didn't deploy, and seatbelt restraint didn't lock up.consumer had complained almost a year about brakes. Dealer claimed they had checked brakes. Vehicle was take to another dealer, and they foundfactory seals still onbrakes.consumer suffered some serious injuries.
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
Iin december of 2004 my son was in the backseat putting on his seat belt and an it broke. Since then he has been sitting in the middle. About 3 weeks ago the same thing happened to the seat belt. On monday the 21st of march i was putting my other sons car seat in the car and was tightning up the belt and that one broke too. Now i have no seat belts that work in my back seat. I cannot beleive that they would break that easily. What if i would have gotten into an accident prior to this i am sure they would have broke. I have the car in for repairs to have the seat belts looked at. I just can not understand how they are made to brake when they are suppose to save your life!
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
My car was driving perfect until 3 weeks ago, it has since then wont start back up. Thought it was something to do with spark, then tried spark plug wires, new battery, checked alternator and fuses,coils all good. Then i was lead to maybe the gas that was in it. Dropped gas tank, put new fuel filter, checked fuel pump, gas lines, it did stay running one time since but was shaking roughly with a flashing check engine light. Will not run anymore since then. Have not been able to drive my vehicle for 3 weeks now and it is my only car..also before the car started having the above problems my brakes kept getting tons of air also losing a ton of brake fluid, abs light stays on and all brake lines are good. It's dangerous. Also have bled the brakes. Not much help other than temporarily.
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
Car has had numerous problems since day one.brakes chatter, overheating, service engine light, cd player and speakers did not work.now it stalls with no warning at all.stalls at 70 mph going down highway.has stalled while driving 3 or 4 times in the past two days.checked out at service station on computer, and shows no problems.have read many complaints here about the exact same problem.bad fuel pump or something is causing car to stall.then it takes from 10 to 15 minutes to start again.some days it just won't start at all.have had car checked many times, and no one can seem to find the problem.anyone that can help here???i think gmc owes many, many consumers an explanation and repair of this very serious and potentially dangerous problem! *ph
The brakes and the suspension failed.
Consumer was having problem withbrakesbeforeaccident. While traveling approximately 15mph another vehicle stopped suddenly in front.airbag didn't deploy, and seatbelt restraint didn't lock up.consumer had complained almost a year about brakes. Dealer claimed they had checked brakes. Vehicle was take to another dealer, and they foundfactory seals still onbrakes.consumer suffered some serious injuries.
Consumer stated the rear brakes were cleaned and adjusted, a bracket had rubbed through the brake line, and was replaced, the abs module was also replaced.
Anti-lock brakes engage when not neccesasary.on dry pavement during normal stopping procedure.
Since purchased in april 24 2000, having transmission problems and defective transmission pan gasket and defective transmission pump has been replaced, grinding noises when car is parked.entire transmisson had to be taken out of vehicle and brake failure with in the 8 months of ownership.
Abs system going out at 20 mph.applied brakes and heard clicking sound, and pedal went straight to floor, this has happened numerous times.dealer could not findcause.
The brakes have now failed a total of 3 times,7 days after i has purchased the car the brake computer system went out.i have contacted the dealership and they are not concerned at all.i have complained to the dealership i have taken it to for all the repairs and they tell me they do not find anything and all the documentation i have will not due until it is proven by someone else they have to play by gm rules i was also told.i do not feel safe in this car and as a women feel very frustrated as to waht to do next.can you help?
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Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
The consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor.the vehicle slowed down on its on.the consumer was able to control the vehicle. The driver was able to drive it to dealer.the mechanic informed the driver that the problem could not be duplicate.the engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained.there wasleaking boiling under the dash on both sides. *sc
When consumer applied brakes pedal bounced back and forth. Also there was vibration and pulsation.dealership was aware ofproblem.
Consumer stated the rear brakes were cleaned and adjusted, a bracket had rubbed through the brake line, and was replaced, the abs module was also replaced.
Brake system failed.pedal went tofloor. Depressed them twice to no avail. Swerved to avoid other vehicles. Bumpedvehicle in front. Then, brakes finally caught andworked. Took to dealer, and mechanic could not resolveproblem.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
When consumer applied brakes pedal bounced back and forth. Also there was vibration and pulsation.dealership was aware ofproblem.
Last year i took my 2000 pontiac sunfire to the dealer due to it's leaking break fluid and loss of breaking power.the dealer replaced the break line going to the right rear brake.i was told that the crack in the line was due to "oil's and other fluids from driving on the road caused it to corrode and brake.i was charged approx. $250.00 for them to replace it.they said it was not covered under the 30,000 mile warranty.about a week ago i began to experience the same problem and had my son who is a mechanic, examine it since it is no longer under warranty, (it now has 35,000 miles on it.)he found that the left rear brake line is now broken due to the way the line was routed (by the factory.)it is broken just on the inside of the front, driver's side wheel due to rubbing against part of the strut mount.it seems to my that a care with so few miles which has been taken very good care of, should not be having this particular type of problem twice now in one year, on two separate brake lines.i checked your recall list and found nothing.i have spoken to several mechanics regarding this problem and all believe it to be some sort of factory defect.due to this information and the seriousness of this type of problem, i am filing this formal complaint with you and the ca dmv.please contact me regarding this complaint as soon as possible.thank you very much for your prompt attention.sincerely,ingrid c. Tipton.
The front and brake brake line rubbed through from rubbing against the left transmission mount, because a part was not installed during production. Had to make new brake pipes from bpmv back to the left rear of the racn and from the bpmv to the right rear of the car. By the time the brake indicator lights came on my son was almost without any brakes.he was just getting ready to leave for phoenix, az.if this would of happened on his trip, it would of resulted in his death.
While driving it was hard to turn left/right.dealership wasnotified, but did not resolve the problem.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
The leather is separating onsteering wheel, exposing internalt materials.please describe details.
Daughter was traveling down interstate and steering wheel locked up.she was unable to control car so she pulled and jerked the wheel.in doing so when the steering unfroze her car rolled over twice.car was totaled.we advised gm, who told us they would investigate.at this time they are admiting to finding no problem.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
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Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
The brakes and the suspension failed.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
While on active duty in the army, i purchased a used 2000 pontiac sunfire in georgia. The car began giving me problems only 6 months after the purchase. Luckily, i forced the dealership to pay for a warranty because i had to have 3 major repairs within a 11/2 after that.unfortunately, shortly after the warranty was up, i discover numerous other problems with the automobile, including the recall.this car is truly a lemon! i do not believe i should have to suffer with this defective car.i owe over 3 times the value of the car.even though i have all the documentation to support my good care and maintenance, no one will touch this car because it has so many other defects besides the recall (front end suspension issues, fuel tank). I am a disabled veteran now with only a small pension to support myself and two children. This car has been a nightmare since i bought it and fixing the ignition switch is not going to fix this lemon. I have put over $3000 in repairs on this car over the last few years aside from the monthly financed payments of $282 x 3yrs=$10,152 and i still owe $7800. The car is only valued at $2150. And when dealers look at the history of problems behind this car, they don't even want to give me $2000.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
Engine light always goes on and it is replaced constantly but still each new one comes on. My car is only 2 yrs. Old and i have replaced so many. Power windows work so slow and have repalced 2 already. Windshield washer delay hasnt worked.finally replaced.
My daughters car was having starting problems (not enough gas getting to the engine to start, had to pump the gas). I took it for a test drive in a empty parking lot once it started. I was going approx 10mph the first time i pushed the gas pedal to the floor. When i released the pedal it stayed in place at full throttle. I pushed the breaks to stop the car and had to throw it into neutral before the throttle released. Scared the hell out of me!! thank god my teenage daughter never pushed the throttle all the way down!! i tried it several more times with the same results. Somehow the throttle sticking is tied to the transmission because, everytime, the throttle would released as soon as i put it in neutral. I donot have the vin because we took it to a shop tonight. Just thought i should warn anyone else with this vehicle. I had my daughter meet me in the parking lot and told her to floor it with the same results, and as i thought would happened she panic and only pushed the breaks yelling "ow god, ow god. I had my hand on the shifter and moved it to neutral. Against her will made her do it again and again so she could learn not to panic and put it in neutral in case this happens to her ever in the future. Should be a training in drivers ed.
While driving 5 mph, the vehicle acceleratedon its own. Uponparking neara stop with foot off accelerator and on brake pedal, the vehiclejumped onto the sidewalk.thefront needed to be replaced, and will cost $4,700.no police report.
No memory of the night of the accident i sustained life threatening injuries and my boyfriend died. My specialists out of state believes it was something known as sudden acceleration. This is a problem why does nhtsa keep ignoring that there is amore serious problem here instead of blaming the drivers.i'm still facing criminal charges due to this accident though the family has not pressed charges and has been very supportive of me ever since.something is really wrong with this picture that i'm being prosecuted for something that wasn't my fault and was car defect.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
While driving heat indicates overheating. Would be leaking. Gives off an odor. Been to dealer & mechanic found nothing. Drove again & vehicle started smoking. Light came on for overheating. Put coolant in vehicle and called roadside assistance which was no help. Problem has happened at least 5 times. After visiting dealership 2nd time nothingwas being resolved.
Engine light always goes on and it is replaced constantly but still each new one comes on. My car is only 2 yrs. Old and i have replaced so many. Power windows work so slow and have repalced 2 already. Windshield washer delay hasnt worked.finally replaced.
Exhaust system was replaced due to it gettinghot melting the carpet andpaint inside trunk, fumes filled interior of vehicle at this time exhaust system is running just as hot again, dealer stated factory representative instructed him not to do anything about the exhaust system, there was nothing that could be done. Consumer states the vehicle has bad gas mileage, starter motor seized and failed, power steering fluid was leaking, coolant was leaking from left front and back of the vehicle, replaced radiator, heater blows cold air at idle, trunk leaks, head lamp is out of adjustment, glove box will not close, muffler fell off, key comes out of ignition with vehicle running, transmission has no reverse, there was brake pulsation at high speed or when stopping, brake pedal goes to floor, speakers inoperative, seat spring failed, suspected motor oil smell and replaced thermostat, horn was inoperative, power and grounds distribution replaced, window will not go down all the way, found window regulator failed, hazard lamps and turn signal were inoperative, replaced blown fuse, cigarette lighter inoperative, replaced blown fuse, traction control inoperative, engine light comes on, a/c hose leaking, replaced evaporator, hard to start and rough idle, engine make rattling noise and quit running, replaced head cylinder and 02 sensor, vehicle pulls to the left, overflow bottle melted and 42 goodyear tires blew out, also the hvac was inoperative. *yd
While drivingconsumer was opening sun roof because it was locked up, and a piece fall off,and hit consumer on the face.dealer tried to repair it, placing it on track.
For my car being a 2000, i have had more than enough problems with this car.for starters, i had a defect in the side window on the drivers back side, i had the line the antifreeze runs through replaced due to a hole being burnt through if from the battery, i had the molding in my passengers side door fixed twice, then i had a problem with my lights inside and outside not coming on,so the switch was replaced, and that wasnt the problem so then it was back a second time, and the computer was replaced, then they had to order me a new cd player because there is a problem with that as well. Then there was shaking in the car as i drove it, they tested it and said there was not a problem, a week later it was back and had coil wires and other things replaced due to the shaking, then the glass in my drivers side mirror needs replaced because now that isnt working.i am really tired of going back and forth to the dealership and i am hoping something will come out of this.i cant believe that buying a new car can have so much aggrivation, to be honest i am afraid to drive it long distances, considering i drive an hour to work every day.
Engine light always goes on and it is replaced constantly but still each new one comes on. My car is only 2 yrs. Old and i have replaced so many. Power windows work so slow and have repalced 2 already. Windshield washer delay hasnt worked.finally replaced.
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