2002 Pontiac Grand Prix exterior lighting problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The multi function switch has malfunctioned this is a common occurrence on these cars. The malfunction of this switch has meant that the brake lights do not work causing someone to run into the back of my car as I was slowing in traffic. The shift lever lock will not engage leaving the keys unable…”
filed Jun 29, 2014
“Mechanic alerted me that my brake lights on the bumper are not working. Brake light in center of back window works. Replaced the bulbs and checked fuses. Brake light still do not work. Did some research online about this issue. Found that it is a very common issue with this model car. Some said…”
filed Apr 10, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Grand Prix years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Grand Prix | 29 | 20% |
| 2007 Grand Prix | 92 | 42% |
| 2006 Grand Prix | 48 | 20% |
| 2005 Grand Prix | 3 | 2% |
| 2004 Grand Prix | 41 | 9% |
| 2003 Grand Prix | 8 | 8% |
| 2001 Grand Prix | 18 | 6% |
| 2000 Grand Prix | 22 | 5% |
| 1999 Grand Prix | 8 | 2% |
| 1998 Grand Prix | 90 | 18% |
| 1997 Grand Prix | 149 | 18% |
| 1996 Grand Prix | 4 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.