2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 4 Grand Prix years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has 220 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 100 out of 100 — the highest of 4 Grand Prix model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is electrical system (131 complaints, 60% of the total). Complaints report 15 crashes, 18 fires, 15 injuries, and 2 deaths.
- Complaints
- 220
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 15 / 18
- Injuries / deaths
- 15 / 2
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17 city / 26 hwy
Top 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System131 (60%)
- Engine36 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain29 (13%)
- Steering22 (10%)
- Airbags16 (7%)
- Brakes14 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires10 (5%)
- Other7 (3%)
- Structure & Body5 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (2%)
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 15V519000Aug 14, 2015Electrical System429,170 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
Risk: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
- NHTSA 14V400000Jul 3, 2014Electrical System5,877,718 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
- NHTSA 06V419000Oct 31, 2006Fuel System1,602 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank is missing the adhesive layer that bonds the barrier layer to the outer shell of the fuel tank.
Risk: With this condition, fuel and/or fuel vapors could seep out between the layers, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the serial number on the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank if necessary. The recall began on november 13, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 26 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Grand Prix years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix ranks worst among Grand Prix model years (Complaint Index 100/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 220 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- The most reported problem areas are electrical system (131 complaints), engine (36 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (29 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 90,000 miles.
- Does the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, most recently reported 2015, covering electrical system and fuel system.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- EPA rates the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,000. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.