GM Pontiac Grand Prix Fire Hazard Recall

I got a letter from General Motors a few days ago concerning a recall that was issued for my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, which features the 3800 Series II 3.8L V6 engine with an Eaton M90 Supercharger. From what I read in the notice, there is a faulty valve cover gasket that can allow motor oil seepage. Those drops of oil can be deposited on the hot exhaust manifolds under hard braking conditions and cause an engine fire.

Here’s a list of the parts they replaced for this recall which was named “Campaign 07035”.

Valve Cover Gasket – GM Part # 24503937
Grommet – GM Part # 25534749
Retainer Clip – GM Part # 12132229
Retainer Clip – GM Part # 88891792
Adhesive (Glue) – GM Part # 12345382

If you received this recall notice for your GM or Pontiac vehicle, please take it seriously and have your local dealership perform the warranty work for $0 cost.

We bought a used SUV a few years ago and were unaware of a recall for it, which resulted in our Ford Expedition Engine Fire incident.

For more information to keep your Pontiac Grand Prix running smoothly, check out some of my other car maintenance updates: Window Motor Replacement,? Supercharger Oil Change, Wheel Bearing Replacement, GM 3800 Series II Engine Oil Change, Alternator Replacement, PCV Valve Replacement, ABS TCS Off Troubleshooting Guide.