2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 65 of 239 complaints (27%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (15) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 148 in 2005 to 239 in 2006.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | vs. 2006 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–4,100 | 2,950–4,100 | 2,950–4,100 | 2,950–4,100 | 2,950–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–21 | 19–21 | 19–21 | 19–21 | 19–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–18 / 25–28 | 16–18 / 24–27 | 16–18 / 25–28 | 16–18 / 25–28 | 16–18 / 25–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423–468 | 423–468 | 423–468 | 423–468 | 423–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 454 | 148 | 239 | 220 | 142 | |
| Recalls issued | 9 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 46 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 9 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 58 | 5 | 21 | 18 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 47 | 7 | 22 | 15 | 11 | |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Electrical: 65 of 239 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix get?
EPA rates it 19–21 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix?
EPA estimates $2,950–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S4) | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S4) | 8 | 5.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 61 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 65 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 24 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 42 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 17 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 21 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 56 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · Campaign 14V400000 · Jul 7, 2014
Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
STEERING · Campaign 09E005000 · Feb 17, 2009
Defect: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.