Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
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).
While driving this vehicle down the road at 55mph, the vehicle will just cut off for no reason, thereby I lose control of ll the vehicle safety componets,having to try and get out of traffic. This happens to a lot of GM vehicle made in this vehicle year. There are many on the internet with the same vehicle defect. This is clearly a GM vehicle defect. This vehicle needs to be recall as a public safety hazzard. Mygm reference number is ( 8-3665783770). So please do the public a service and have this vehicle recall , because this problem is a public safety hazzard. No one mechanic seen to be able to find the problem. This happens after they say my vehicle, spent lots of money ,but no one seems to know what causes this problem, including GM.
In 2000 and I believe this was not accidental in anyway-I asked for my brother to come to my home in 1999 because of people who would not get out of my home in anaheim-my Toyota cressida in 1990 or so had been hit with something in my own driveway without anyone getting the anaheim police or go over to the neighbors on both ends-I had their kids over for dinner numberous times- of the street on wilken way -w these people were practicing tacking houses using people they knew, to get money from your house-they all had my phone number and none of them called to protect our houses.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the power steering seized and caused the steering wheel to lock. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed. The contact sustained injuries to the spine and pelvis, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was not available.
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
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine rpms increased as the engine roared. The contact also stated that the vehicle surged forward and jerked. As a result, the brake pedal was depressed in order to control the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that three unknown sensors from the transmission needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact stated that the steering rack and pinion became detached. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.
Car started making a cluncking noise. Parked car till social security check came in. Took car to garage where I found out that I need a sway bar, control arm bushing and tie rod (right side). Upon calling for prices, I found out that many cars of this model are having the same problem. I think they got a bad batch of sway bars. Being on disability, the cost are outrageous and the repairs have not been made as of yet, leaving disabled people with no transportation for medical care.
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.
2000 Grand Prix gt, no brake lights, replaced bulbs, took to local auto repair, for $71 diagnosis, multifunction electronic box in steering column, what your blinker is stuck into, $150 part plus 4 hours labor total repair $677, they have repaired many GM switches that's how they knew what it was. GM needs to recall these switches. Updated 02-04-08. Updated 02/04/08
I have a 200 Pontiac Grand Prix gt on mondy dec 20,2004 I noticed the steering on my car was armstrong power steering so I took to a mechanic and he said the rack and pinion was leaking, and seemed to be the problem I only have 32,000 miles on this and my research found out I'm not the only one with this problem. I was wondering if Pontiac had a recall on this problem.
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
Steering complaints in other Grand Prix years
Frequently asked questions
How common are steering problems on the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix?
NHTSA has 35 complaints about the steering of the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 8% of the model year's 461 complaints. The component named most often is rack and pinion (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix steering problems?
No. NHTSA lists no steering 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 steering problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 54,000 miles, and 8% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 1 injury to steering 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.