2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 148 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 387 | 578 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 37 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 70,580 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Grand Prix | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 20 | 45 |
| Engine | 31 | 14 |
| Power Train | 4 | 40 |
| Steering | 2 | 24 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 6 |
| Structure | 9 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.