2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Problems
Shopping for a used 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 220 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Headlight/Taillight Failures the most reported area.
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This 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has 220 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Headlight/Taillight Failures.
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2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has 220 owner complaints, 15 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Headlight/Taillight Failures. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Pontiac
- Model
- Grand Prix
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 220
- Crash-related complaints
- 15
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 26
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Headlight/Taillight Failures, Electrical Faults, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?
The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Inspection Focus
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine, transmission, and steering before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine, transmission, and steering before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix are concentrated in lighting and electrical systems, with headlight/taillight failures and electrical faults accounting for the majority of reports. Engine, transmission, and steering issues also appear frequently. The data suggests potential reliability concerns in these areas, though the low confidence level means findings should be interpreted cautiously.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures are the most reported component with 92 complaints.
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported issue with 68 complaints.
- Engine Problems, Transmission/Drivetrain, and Steering Defects each have over 20 complaints.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Electrical Faults
- Engine Problems
Full breakdown
All 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 92 | 3 | 8 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 68 | 1 | 16 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 32 | 2 | 6 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 22 | 3 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 16 | 6 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power steering functionality. The contact coasted to a stop and restarted the vehicle with the ignition key. The contact stated that after restarting the …
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated while driving at night the headlights had started to fail and would not properly illuminate. The contact stated that the fog lights and hi-beam worked as designed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer i…
On March 27th, 2023, the car was parked and off for only approximately 5 minutes when the engine caught fire. The engine and vehicle is a complete loss. A claim has been filed with Farm Bureau insurance. There were no engine warning lights, smells, or smoke during or after drivin…
The multifunction/turning signal switch is malfunctioning. It started in 2012 about a year after I purchased the car. The brights would randomly turn on without me touching the switch and then the brights would turn on when I'd use my turning signal. I delt with it for several y…
steering wheel refusing to lock. therefore safety issue as car locks will not lock as a result. no messages or warning lights or behaviors. this happened once a year ago. and was able to lock steering by moving wheel and moving key in ignition.
The TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE RECALLED ITS GOING TO CAUSE A DEADLY ACCIDENT WHILE IN DRIVE LEAVING A STOP LIGHT A CAR NEARLY SLAMMED INTO ME FROM BEHIND WHEN LIGHT CHANGED CAR HAD NO POWER TO GO. ON HIGHWAY IT DOES A SUDDEN HARD JERK WITH LOSS OF POWER SHIFTING INTO NXT GEAR.
I HAVE SAME PROBLEM AS OTHERS. HAVE BEEN ABLE TO START CAR SOMETIMES BY PUTTING IT IN NEUTRAL. SEVERAL YEARS AGO I LEFT THE CAR WITH OUR SON TO SEE IF HE COULD FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM BECAUSE MY WIFE QUIT DRIVING THE CAR AFTER BEING STRANDED A FEW TIMES. WHEN USING BLINKERS THE HI…
MY 2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX HAD A HEADLAMP SWITCH PROBLEM. I WOULD BE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD JUST GO OUT. SOMETIMES IF YOU'D KEEP THEM ON LOW BEAM YOU'D HAVE LIGHTS. BUT SOMETIMES EVEN THIS DIDN'T WORK. THERE WAS A RECALL IN THIS SO I TOOK IT IN FOR THE REPAIR. …
I HAVE A SECONDARY AIR ISSUE THAT WE CAN'T SEEM TO GET FIXED, EVEN WITH ALL THE PARTS WE HAVE REPLACED. ALSO AT NIGHT EVERY TIME I USE MY BLINKER THE HIGH BEAMS COME ON AND WON'T TURN OFF. THE ISSUE IS WHEN IM DRIVING AT NIGHT IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN MY BLINKER CLICKS BACK INTO P…
PONTIAC WONT START, CHANGED STARTER, SAW RECALL FOR IGNITION SWITCH. RACK & PINION LEAK, COVER GASKET LEAK, SAW RECALL. AIR BAG CODE CAME UP.
MY LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS ARE BEGINNING TO FAIL. MY DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT NO LONGER TURNS ON AND I BELIEVE IT BE THE FAILURE OF THE HOOD LAMP DRIVER MODULE. AFTER REPLACING ALL BULBS AND CHECKING ALL FUSES. I HAVE CONCLUDED IT IS THIS RELAY THAT IS CAUSING MY DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. WHILE APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO MOVE THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WITH THE HELP OF A BYSTANDER. THE CONTACT BELIEVES THE KEY FELL OUT OF THE IGNITION. THE POWE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT THEN VEERED OFF THE ROAD, CRASHED INTO A PINE TREE, AND FLIPPED OVER. THE AIR BAGS DID N…
MY "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" LIGHT CAME ON. USED A SNAP ON $5000 SCANNER. CODES SAY GAS PEDAL SENSOR. CHANGED THAT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. CLEANED THROTTLE CASE. CAR STALLS AND I HAVE TO PRESS GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR TO GET IT TO 20 MILES AN HOUR. THERE ARE SO MANY BLOGS ON THIS PROBLE…
MOUNTING OF POWER STEERING RACK SUDDENLY BROKE ON PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL ALLOWING IT TO TURN INDEPENDENTLY FROM LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THIS HAPPENED, BUT IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED WHILE DRIVEING ON FREEWAY I COULD OF CRASHED AND LOST CONTROL OF…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION WOULD SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT ANY SPEED WITHOUT WARNING. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS ENTERING A FREEWAY RAMP, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE HAD TO B…
WHEN I START MY CAR, IT WILL STALL OUT, NOT TURN OVER OR IT WILL IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS, THEN IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF. I MEAN SHUT THE WHOLE CAR DOWN SO NOTHING ELECTRICAL CAN WORK AT WHICH POINT MY KEY WILL BE STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND I CANNOT GET IT OUT. I AM ABLE TO RESTART THE …
AIRBAG LIGHT GOES OFF AND ON. HAS BEEN TO DEALER TWICE FOR CORRECTION AND DEALER DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO FIX.
RANDOM MISFIRE CODE WON'T GO AWAY SINCE WEEKS AFTER PURCHASING MY VEHICLE WHICH WAS THEN UNDER WARRANTY. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE CAR COMPUTER & IGNITION COIL MODULE, SPARK PLUGS AND THE CODE TEMPORARILY WENT AWAY GOOD ENOUGH TO PASS EMISSIONS. THEY ALSO PERFORMED THE KEY RECA…
THE TURN SIGNAL STALK THAT IS ON THE LEFT OF THE STEERING WHEEL IS DEFECTIVE. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON A STREET OR HIGHWAY THE BRIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE RANDOMLY BLINDING OTHER DRIVERS. ADDITIONALLY, WHEN MAKING A TURN AND USING THE TURN SIGNAL THE BRIGHTS WILL ALSO TURN O…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Safety recalls
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
STEERING
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
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Questions
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 220 owner complaints, 15 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?▾
#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (92 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (68 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (32 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, NHTSA complaints include 15 crash-related reports and 18 fire reports out of 220 total complaints. 15 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?▾
The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Headlight/Taillight Failures during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Pontiac Grand Prix reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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