We can Officially make this public now...I've seen it discussed in
previous threads.
Hello, my name is Mark Pavey; I am the Service and Parts Director at
Scott Chevrolet-Pontiac-GMC at 3333 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte, CA
91731 Phone 626-350-3200. I am sending this email to inform you that
there has been a recent safety recall to correct an issue that may
cause a fire in 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix with the 3.8L
supercharged engine. Upon inspection, it may be necessary to replace
the front valve cover gasket, grommets, and some spark plug wire
retainers.
Please know that we understand the concern this may cause and the need
to correct it as quickly as possible. Until you are able to do so,
there are three very important
precautions you should take:
* We strongly recommend you not park your vehicle in a garage, car
port, or other
structure.
* If you notice a burning odor, you should have Scott Pontiac or your
local dealer inspect your vehicle. We will inspect your vehicle
without charge.
* Use premium fuel (91 octane or higher) in your vehicle, as
recommended in your
vehicle's owner manual.
If you would like more information, refer to the statement below or
you may call Pontiac Customer Assistance at 1-800-762-2737, or, reply
to me with your email address and I will email a copy of the customer
letter from General Motors.
General Motors believes that the fires may be caused by drops of
engine oil being deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard
braking. If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat
shield, it may ignite into a small flame and in some instances the
fire may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel. This may have
occurred in about one in one thousand vehicles.
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