Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
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).
There are many safety concerns on this vehicle. The first concern is the smoke that comes from under the hood because of the oil leaking on the engine while in motion. To the point I have had to use a hose to cool down the motor. Oil poured out with the water. I have had the prior recalls done and still had leaking after the so called recall was done in 2010. I was told by castle Pontiac (north riverside, il) there was no further repairs they could offer. Even though I showed them the oil continuing to leak after the so called recall was completed. The second concern is the head lamp assembly that is foggy looking causing the vehicle to have poor lighting. The next concern is the suspension that is literally falling apart. I have also had to have the head gasket changed on this vehicle and the transmission had to be rebuilt. …
Numerous issues 1. Heater core went out around 60,000 miles. 2. Dexcool "gelled" and caused the above. 3. Stereo has malfunctioned since 36,000 miles. 4. Tie rod end wore out around 30,000 miles-took to dealership a couple of times and "they couldn't determine cause" of "noise and rattling". I took it to a tire company/service center and they fixed the problem. 5. Numerous interior floodings-water comes in at the firewall and floods the interior carpet-has mold, and deterioration from it. 6. Headlamps are yellow and nontransparent-the lights are not working properly because it can't shine through. 7. Headlamp assemblies are holding water. 8. Fog lamps went out right after purchasing the car and one of them burned the plastic assembly that holds it causing it to not work at all, disfigured now. 9. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that when parking the vehicle for several hours and later re-entering the vehicle, the alarm would malfunction acting as if she was attempting to steal the vehicle. The alarm would sound and the door locks would automatically lock her in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they advised her to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. In addition, the tail lights and the headlights failed on an intermittent basis. The fuel gauge would also fail sporadically. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 188,000. The current mileage was approximately 192,000.
Due to the multi-function switch I do not have hazard or brake lights on my 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix I do know there is a investigation on it now and I know many others in my area who I have talked to have had the same problem. It is not cheap to fix and I'm unable to get if fixed at the moment so I use someone else's car when I go. This multi-function switch has my brakes as well as my hazard warning light not working. This is a manufacturer's error and something needs to be done soon.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH the interior lights illuminated independently. Also, the contact mentioned that the key became lodged in the ignition switch preventing him from turning the vehicle off. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000 and the current mileage was 138,000.
Hazard flasher switch burnt out and caused brake light and horn to become inoperative. None of this was discovered until the time came for state inspection. We believe the car was driven for several months in this condition. The switch was replaced. The old switch is still available. Date entered below is date problem was discovered. We believe the problem occurred several months earlier when a passenger noticed a puff of smoke in the car.
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. Consumer writes in regards to engine fire due to oil leaks recall (15V701) fix was to reroute spark plug wires. Consumer states engine fires start on exhaust manifolds and not spark plugs wires. The consumer stated plastic headlight lenses fogged up to the point that made them useless and the power steering assist and failed. Also, the rear valve cover was leaking.
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
Tl*- the contact stated that after researching the internet she discovered that there was an ongoing investigation about the multi function switch malfunctioned for the 2000 - 2002 Grand Prix. The contact's brake lights and hazard lights werenot working. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current mileage was 126000. Updated 03/19/07.
Notified by another driver that 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix had no brake lights during rush hour traffic. Upon investigation, bulbs and fuses were OK. Also, noticed that the hazard button did not engage hazard lights. Had no back tail lights when braking. Multifunction switch failure.
Headlight complaints in other Grand Prix years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the lights of the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 5% of the model year's 461 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (5 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights 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 headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 76,000 miles, and 7% before 25,000 miles.
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.