Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Was entering hwy 285 northbound when fellow motorist caught my attention that fire was coming out the bottom of my car. Tried to stop but didnt have any brakes, so I put the car in park and jumped out as the flames engulfed the engine compartment of the car. I feel that it was due to a defected recall part that was suppose to prevent what has happen to my car. I was the second owner of this car which was garaged and in immaculate condition.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. While driving 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the power steering became difficult to turn. Also, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle was difficult to stop. The vehicle was able to be pulled over and restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 116,000. Updated 04/22/2016
I was traveling to work at around 5:30 am and started to pass a semi truck when the semi signaled to come over too the passing lane as well to pass a slower moving truck in front of him. I let off the gas pedal and signal for the truck to maneuver into the passing lane. I pressed on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor and had no stopping power. Then the brake warning light came on, so I turned on my hazard lights to move to the shoulder of the road. I got out and checked the fluid level in the master cylinder to find that there was none visible. I call my brother to come and tow me and the car home, which was about 6 miles from the house. After I lifted the car and put brake fluid in the master cylinder, I found that the brake line had ruptured where the fuel line and the brake fluid line come together in the rear of the car. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that the anti lock brake and traction control lights were illuminated. The contact also stated that brake fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the rotors, brake pads, brake lines, and sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact was traveling 30 MPH when the brake was depressed but did not immediately respond. The contact had to continue pumping the brake pedal to get a response. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the brake line going to the front passenger side wheel was completely rusted. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that all of the brake lines would have to be replaced. The failure and current mileages were 106,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. The contact mentioned that there was rust on the brake line due to road salt. In addition, the contact attempted to power off the vehicle but the ignition switch failed to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac gran Prix gt. The contact was driving 35 MPH and depressing the brakes but there was no response. The contact later discovered that the two brake lines and fuel lines that merged were rusted entirely. The dealer advised the vehicle was not under recall and any repairs would be at his expense. The contact made repairs to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 27,000.
The problem(s) are with both a 1998 and 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The problems were as followed: engine components, steering, suspension, braking system, battery, fuel system, transmission, structural, the wheels were noisy, there were visual component defects, the radio was defective, and the interior light on the door was inoperative. Jg scc
We own a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix purchased new. In the last 6 months the brake lines in the rear of this car have broken twice resulting in complete brake failure and very near accidents. I am 62 years old and have owned dozens of cars. This is the first time I have ever had a failure like this. It is obviously cause by defective or substandard materials.
The ABS harness that clips to the backing plate is coming unclipped on the back plate while making a sharp left hand turn. Its hitting the lower a-frame and coming unclipped. I know this because, my husband is a mechanic, it became unclipped and wrapped around the c.v shaft and tore the clamp off the outer boot and grease went everywhere.
Brake complaints in other Grand Prix years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix?
NHTSA has 28 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 6% of the model year's 461 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 106,000 miles, and 7% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 2 fires and 0 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.