Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I first noticed that when turning there was a grinding noise. I took it to a shop and was told the front passenger control arm needed replaced. I recently took my car to the dealership for the ignition switch recall and found out that the speed harness needs replaced and that is what's causing the light for ABS/tc to be serviced. I have researched both of these issues with this specific vehicle and it appears to be a widespread issue. What constitutes a recall?
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. The contact stated that the ABS, the traction control, and the anti lock brake warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front hubs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred on two separate occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
The computer system all last year had the wrong dates compared to the day of week it was. When I am driving sometimes and I come to a stop my car slides especially in rain and snow. My ABS light comes up almost always when I'm driving
The chrome wheels ( rims ) are peeling. Went from cosmetic to driveability issue since the peeling chrome has affected the bead and/or valve stem seals. The tires leak copious amounts of air at various rates. Brought car to dealership on July 25. Rims arrived and set appointment for August 6. Four rims with two different styles were sent. Rims were re-ordered and promised in two weeks. Have not arrived. GM will only supply re-conditioned rims which means customer must wait for someone else's old ones to be returned and reconditioned. Unacceptable that: 1. GM will not offer new parts. 2. There is no available stock. Already complained to dealership and Pontiac division. No other solution offered. The vehicle is under the new car 3 year/36,000 mile warranty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. All four tires lost tire pressure/air since June 2006. The contact took the vehicle to a GM dealer on several occasions. The mechanic diagnosed the failure to be the cast aluminum wheels that corroded. The wheels were gtp competition group and were standard for this vehicle. The wheel type was p04 1710 . The failure mileage was 30,000. The current mileage was 38,000. The manufacturer sent an adjuster to look at the wheels, who added a sealant on the wheels. However, this did not correct the failure. The contact has repair invoices. Updated 03/30/07.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. While parked, the contact noticed that the tire pressure warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to have the tires replaced. The mechanic stated the wheels were corroded and would not seal the tire in properly, causing them to loose air continuously. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000.
OEM bf goodrich comp t/a tires. 225/55/r17 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix gtp comp/g ~23,000 miles. Tread depth even across all four tires at 7/32 of an inch. All four tires developed a continuous crack in the sidewall. Dealership is replacing all four under GM/Pontiac warranty with bf goodrich g-force model. I believe this is one of the signs of tread separation, which can lead to loss of vehicle control and serious injury.
Tl contact owns a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. While driving 20 MPH, the contact heard a loud popping sound. After she inspected the vehicle, she noticed that the tire was flat and pieces of the rim on the ground. The dealer stated that corrosion to the rim caused the failure. As of December 13, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 29,000.
The chrome plating on the rims of my 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix gtp is corroding. , there are May other people having the same problem with these wheels. This corrosion is causing the rims to constantly lose air leading to unsafe driving situations which could lead to a crash. Not new problem read more: http://www.faqs.org/car/Pontiac-Grand-Prix-2004/wheels/#ixzz1kqshx1xp.
The chrome in my rims is bubbling and cracking off. This is a safety issue. My tires are slowly loosing air because they can not get a proper seal. Replacing the wheel out of pocket does not seem to be a proper option. It is a manufacturing defect that I see all over the list of defects for my make and model.
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Grand Prix years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, 5% of the model year's 454 complaints. The component named most often is rim (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, though it has 7 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 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 30,000 miles, and 25% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to wheels & tires 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.