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False deployment of the driver's side air bag while driving for no apparent reason, passenger side did not activate. Mjs
The contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand am.while the contact was seated in the parked vehicle, the air bags suddenly deployed and struck her in the face.she was badly bruised.a police report was filed.she took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the air bag module was corroded.the powertrain was unknown.the current mileage was 160,000 and failure mileage was 154,000.
98 pontiac grand am air bag not working,water leaks on floor board when ac is on,runs hot,stops running, engine light comes on.*nlm
The contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand am. After the vehicle was started, the passenger side air bag deployed inadvertently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 208,000.
Consumer was driving through a school zone going less than 25 mph and cruise control kicked in.the vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and went down an embankment.the vehicle hit a tree and it wasn't until the vehicle stopped that the air bags deployed.when the air bags deployed they blacked the passengers eyes.
False deployment of the driver's side air bag while driving for no apparent reason, passenger side did not activate. Mjs
Pontiac grand am 1998, passenger air bag deployed for no reason, shattered windshield.
After starting the vehicle passenger's air bag inadvertently deployed.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Air bag deployed it cracked the dash board as well as windshield.replaced airbag, windshield and dash board.general motors refused to reimburse consumer because vehicle wasn't taken to dealer.
While driving 40 mph vehicle was involved in a head on collision. As a result, the dual airbags did not deploy.
Consumer's vehicle waswas involved in a crash,frontal air bags deployed approximately one minute after the crash. Consumer sustained bruises since the air bags were late deploying.
False deployment of the driver's side air bag while driving for no apparent reason, passenger side did not activate. Mjs
When making a left turn after coming to a completestop , vehicle was involved in a crash.anothervehicle crashed into the passenger's side,air bag went off onpassenger's side with such force that passenger's neck was broken. At the time of the crash occupant was wearing seat belt.
While driving about 25 mph the airbags deployed.driver was not involved in a collision.the dealer has been notified.
Pontiac grand am air bags arent safe at all mine busted out for no reason whatsoever it burned my arm and left a bruise and could've caused a wreck!
The contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand am gt.the contact stated that the air bag light illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealer.a few months later, she returned to the dealer because the light would not dim.the mechanic performed a diagnostic and stated that the air bag sensor failed, which could prevent the air bags from deploying.the current mileage is 100,300 and failure mileage was 99,000.
I was driving my 1998 gt pontiac grand am from peoria illinois on highway at 65 mph. She completely shut down no power no nothing...pulled over waited approximately 5minutes and she started right up...please help!!! [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle'selectrical system is defective, causing headlights and power steering to fail.
I have a 1998 pontiac grand am that will not start due to anti theft keep from starting.
Was driving on interstate 287 in new jersey when engine cut off causing loss of brakes, power steering.caused accident when ran off road due to lack of power steering and inability to effectively brake.took to dealer who replaced crankshaft sensor that did not repair problem.after car was repaired incident continued to occur without any trouble codes.now that issue has developed with ignition switches, it seems to me that this may be a longer term problem than currently thought.finally sold the vehicle due to continuing problem that no one could solve.
1998 pontiac grand am.consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine made an unusual noise, when she started it.the consumer stated she turned the ignition off, thinking the noise would stop, but it did not. She took the keys out of the ignition and it continued to make the sound. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop. They made a temporary fix. However, there was a campaign on the vehicle. Either the dealer did not fix the recall on the ignition switch or it wasnot fixed properly. The local repair shop advised the consumer, to take the vehicle to the dealer. Once at the dealer, they stated there was nothing wrong with the ignition switch and it was a computer problem.
The battery failed.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
While driving. The dash illuminated and then shut down. The battery cable came undone. Shutting the vehicles electrical system completely down. The consumer his wife, and dog were trapped inside the vehicle. The windows would not come down the doors would not open, the brakes became inoperable. They coasted to the side of the road. The automatic key button would not work. Also the brakes went out. Please provide any further information.door handles would not open door.breathing became difficult while the consumer and family had no way to exit the vehicle.*tc
While driving driver started to smell something burning, pulled over, popped hood, and drivernoticed the alternater wire was burning.
General motors need to recall their vehicles to diagnosis this major issue. My case number with gm1382341310however, they wont assist me and said they are closing my case. I informed them not to i am not done with this issue with them... This is a very serious problem or defect with my general motors pontiac grand am se 3.1l v6 engine in this vehicle. I have had, 3 intake manifold gasket failures in less than 40,000 miles, the first occurring at approx 24,000 miles the second at approx 27,000 miles and now again at 40,000 miles but i have suspected the anti-freeze i have been smelling in the cab when i turn the heater blower on, is somehow connected to this leak. Which means its been leaking for some time just not bad enough to drip onto the ground bringing my attention to it. I am only one of thousands of victims that general motors has raped financial over the years. The repeated failures of the intake manifold gasket started long ago and due to the numerous complaints to the bbb and gm you would think that would be enough to alarm general motors that they are having a major issue, and they should of began a recall of their vehicles long ago. In the year 2002 they couldn't supply enough intake manifold gaskets to keep up with the gm vehicles that needed repair either under warranty or out of warranty. I have had other major non-related repairs to my vehicle as well, 19,693 miles the sway bar bushings had to be replaced, alternator was replaced, heater core replaced, the rack and pinion steering rod replaced. Now my car and many thousands of other gm owners vehicles are out of warranty and gm won't stand behind their own vehicles, even though work was done repeatedly under warranty on my vehicle. I am currently 3 years out of warranty but only 12,900 approx miles since they did the last repair on my intake manifold gaskets. I believe a class action suit is the only thing general motors corporation will respond to.
Alternator failed. Mjs
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
In aug. 2004 my 1998 pontiac grand am se caught fire in the steering columnand fried everything in the column , alternator, and battery.the local pontiac dealer refused to work on the carso i took it to a local garage.they fixed what they could clearly see was damaged and sent me on my way. Since then i have had to have the alternator rebuilt four times and batteryreplaced three times .the car has to be jumped several times a week. The alternator kicks in at 800 rpm. And the car idles at 500 rpm.( computer controlled) meaning that the battery is constantly discharging below 35 mph, or with the air and everything on .when it goes above 800rpm the alternator kicks in and boils the battery trying to play catch up. I received a recall notice may 2005 (#04002) and took the car to the gm dealer in batesville,ar.i told them about the fire and damage .they changed the relay and wire under the recall and advised that they could not fix the damage done by the fire,or even check and diagnois the damage still existing,without approval from g.m. . icontacted g.m. (mike demeyer) and was iinformed that they would pay for the damage that was fixed by the local garage ,but would not pay to finish fixing the rest of the damage that was not fixed.
Seems a few weeks after i purchased my vehicle i started noticing malfunctions wrong with my pontiac grand am.i brought in my car for problems with the ignition in several times, key gets stuck in ignition and hard to release.ignition locks and can't turn key to start engine.my car was under warranty and never was i told that there was a recall from the dealer.i was charged and the problem still exist after several services to my car.now my car is no longer under warranty and problem still exist.i think i may have purchased a lemon.
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When attempting to start the vehicle, early morning startand vehicle failed to start.consumer made a second attempt to start and vehicle caught on fire, fire started in the steering wheel column.fire department was called ,and extinguishedfire before anymore damage was done tovehicle. Contacted dealer, anddealerwas not willing to do anything.
I own a 1998 pontiac grand am ,and there has been a recall on this vehicle. I want to take it in to get fixed -but pontiac/gmac will not provide a loaner car for me to use while they fix my car-they said it would take 5-6 hours to fix-their letter to me said it would only take an hour to an hour and a half.i cannot be without a vehicle for over 6 hours! i need to get to work!!i am stuck without any options, other than having to inconvenience myself and have to pay for a rental car.this is their mistake not mine and now i have to pay?!!!this is not good customer service , gmac should provide a loaner for these types of instances.
Problems starting up vehicle.dealer notified.*mr
Consumer was unable to start vehicle due to frozen ignition which would not allow the key to turn, dealer replaced the ignition cylinder, consumer asked if this would be covered under warranty since vehicle was only 3 and 1/2 years old and was told it would not be.
When turning the ignitionvehicle would not start right away. Dealer had been contacted.after repair on ignition, recall from manufacturer was released.consumer is seeking reimbursement for the repair.*la
Consumer was unable to start vehicle due to frozen ignition which would not allow the key to turn, dealer replaced the ignition cylinder, consumer asked if this would be covered under warranty since vehicle was only 3 and 1/2 years old and was told it would not be.
Ignition started smoking while trying to turn key in ignition.mr
My passlock system keeps on acting up. I can't say anything about the design of it, but i will say that the implementation is absolutely horrid and should be recalled.
Upon receiving a recall letter and taking the vehicle to dealer forrecall repairs consumer statedthat the vehicle was in very good condition until she took it to dealer. However, the dealer claimed the vehicle needed an ignition switch and chip. Also, consumer was told that the problem was the security system.
When attempting to turn off my vehicle the key would not go to the off position to release my key. All electrical devices (head lights, dash lights,etc...) would stay on. I disconnected the battery and then brought it to a dealer the next morning. They stated there was a failure in the shift interlock solenoiv and the ingnition lock cylinder also needed to be replaced. My car has 33,000 miles and has maintanance regularly(oil change,etc...). The dealer wants to charge $520 to fix a failed part. They also stated it could happen again. Any information on this would be wonderful. Thank you.
When stoppingvehicle consumer cannot getkey out ofignition.whenkey does not come out it is set onalternator.she cannot leave key there because it will run the alternator down.just had an alternator put on.she took vehicle to dealer,and paid for it to go ondianostic machin., yet,dealer could not find out why it was hard to removekey fromignition switch.
The key kept getting stuck in the ignition. Took it to a pontiac service dept. They said it needed lubing. A couple of days later the key startied to stick again. Took it back and the ordered a new floor shift.. A month later my wife stopped on top of a hill at our mail box and she couldn't get the car to go in park, the car cut off and began rolling down hill barely missing children playing in our driveway. Service dept. Picked up the car and they couldn't get it into reverse. They ordered a new gearshift lever.three times for similar defects shows there is a problem with our vehiclethat has my wife refusing to drive it.
After taking key out of ignition switch steering wheel would not lock in place.dealer has been contcted. Please provide further information.
Problems with ignition switch on 1998 pontiac grand am.*mr consumer still having problems after recall repair on ignition switch.*la
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same failureas described in the ignition switch recall 04v036000. But this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
Upon receiving a recall letter and taking the vehicle to dealer forrecall repairs consumer statedthat the vehicle was in very good condition until she took it to dealer. However, the dealer claimed the vehicle needed an ignition switch and chip. Also, consumer was told that the problem was the security system.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
Veh. P&u caught fire.totaled. The fires originally was on the cowl centered around wiper motor area and relay to left of power booster. Gmac immediately took care of problem.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
I was driving my 1998 gt pontiac grand am from peoria illinois on highway at 65 mph. She completely shut down no power no nothing...pulled over waited approximately 5minutes and she started right up...please help!!! [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand am. The contact stated that the driver was traveling at an unknown speed when the vehicle stalled and crashed into a tree. The driver was killed and the vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed of the incident. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.the failure mileage was unknown. Updated 10/22/14updated 05/19/2015
Was driving on interstate 287 in new jersey when engine cut off causing loss of brakes, power steering.caused accident when ran off road due to lack of power steering and inability to effectively brake.took to dealer who replaced crankshaft sensor that did not repair problem.after car was repaired incident continued to occur without any trouble codes.now that issue has developed with ignition switches, it seems to me that this may be a longer term problem than currently thought.finally sold the vehicle due to continuing problem that no one could solve.
The contact owns a 1998 pontiac grand am.the contact installed a flush and seal tube in the vehicle that allows antifreeze to penetrate faster.since that time, the engine has failed twice.the engine stalled during the second failure while driving 65 mph.the contact pulled over and the vehicle was towed to the mechanic.the mechanic stated that the flush and seal tube cracked and antifreeze leaked into the engine.the engine was replaced for the second time.the contact notified the manufacturer of the failure.the vin was unknown.the current mileage was 180,000 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 04/16/08 the consumer stated there is a part named flush and fill sold with no warning labels. Updated 04/16/08
1999 engine installed a 1998 car...faulty wires, car leaks when it rains, looks to have been in a fire. Knock sensor bad,egr valve bad...numerous things wrong with the car and leslie reed's auto knew it was a lemon car.it has a salvaged title and leslie reed's auto never got the car repaired before they sold the car.
Vehicle smelled of antifreeze shortly after purchase.the vehicle was returned twice to the dealer for the smell.i have now been informed that the intake gasket has been leaking.pontiac has been contacted, and i was informed by one representative that there had been a problem, but there was no recall on the particular year of the vehicle.
This coolant system has fluid that does not need to be replaced for over 100,000 miles.however, the water pump may have to be replaced at only 50,000.pontiac called this normal.it seems a little deceptive to advertise a fluid that lasts so long when the mechnical parts may not.pontiac and gm would not offer repair assistance.the repair cost over $800.00.many local mechanics, some pontiac, said this was not normal for this part, but gm and pontiac still refused to offer any warranty assistance.
Vehicle when driving runs hot. Smells like it's on fire or something is burning. No indicator lights. Radiator fluid comes out when car is turned off.dealer contacted seven or eight times.also grinding noise intermittently, sounds like metal to metal, and dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
98 pontiac grand am air bag not working,water leaks on floor board when ac is on,runs hot,stops running, engine light comes on.*nlm
No coolant light will come on and stay on vehicle . Also, leaking anti freeze.
Vehcle was leaking water. Took vehicle to dealer and they stated that water pump needed replacing. Please provide any further information.
When drivingat an undetermined speed engine check light appeared on the dashboard,then the engine vibrated. Consumer had informed the dealer about this issue.however, then mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Engine checklight came on and will not go off.consumer received a recall notice for an engine problem.
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle failed to start after being parked in the driveway for a few hours.the battery cranked, but the engine failed to turn over.there were no warning indicators prior to the failure.the dealer came to the house and indicated something was wrong with the engine, but gave no clear reason for the failure.the dealer indicated the engine needed to be replaced.
Chronic coolant leak, caused by defective, plastic intake manifold gaskets.engine never showed it was hot. Based on my research this is a recurring problem with this engine. Gm should stand behind their products and fix this instead of continuing to use the same defective parts for over 5 years in a number of gm vehicles.i will never buy another gm product!
Engine head block cracked.yh
The engine and transmission operation very erratic, hesitation and poor acceleration almost resulting in near accidents.
While accelerating car has no power. Car is very sluggish. Took car to daeler, dealer could not correct the problem.
Vehicle continually stalls, unable to rectify.
While traveling 45mphvehicle stalled.has been taken to dealer several times
Noticed a cooling leak in engine.mechanic found intake manifold gasket leaking and said he had repaired over a dozen this year on general motors small v6 engines.apparently the plastic/rubber combination used for the gasket fails after a period of time.it is very complicated to replace which is why it was so expensive.dt
There are many more problems with this vehicle. The car is broken down down. Its too much of a danger to drive. It almost started on fire. I need for pontiac to come and get there piece of junk. Its not worth fixing. If you fix the problem, i can assure you that it will break down the following week.
Intake manifold gasket leak 1998 3.1liter engine pontiac grand am2nd vehicle i own.*la
1998 grandam, intake manifold gasket and fuel pressure regulator gasket needs to be replaced at 75,000 miles.when pricing out repairs i was told that this is a common problem with the gm v-6 engine by the repair shops.the inside of the car would smell like gas while driving on very cold days. (north dakota) just south of alaska.
General motors need to recall their vehicles to diagnosis this major issue. My case number with gm1382341310however, they wont assist me and said they are closing my case. I informed them not to i am not done with this issue with them... This is a very serious problem or defect with my general motors pontiac grand am se 3.1l v6 engine in this vehicle. I have had, 3 intake manifold gasket failures in less than 40,000 miles, the first occurring at approx 24,000 miles the second at approx 27,000 miles and now again at 40,000 miles but i have suspected the anti-freeze i have been smelling in the cab when i turn the heater blower on, is somehow connected to this leak. Which means its been leaking for some time just not bad enough to drip onto the ground bringing my attention to it. I am only one of thousands of victims that general motors has raped financial over the years. The repeated failures of the intake manifold gasket started long ago and due to the numerous complaints to the bbb and gm you would think that would be enough to alarm general motors that they are having a major issue, and they should of began a recall of their vehicles long ago. In the year 2002 they couldn't supply enough intake manifold gaskets to keep up with the gm vehicles that needed repair either under warranty or out of warranty. I have had other major non-related repairs to my vehicle as well, 19,693 miles the sway bar bushings had to be replaced, alternator was replaced, heater core replaced, the rack and pinion steering rod replaced. Now my car and many thousands of other gm owners vehicles are out of warranty and gm won't stand behind their own vehicles, even though work was done repeatedly under warranty on my vehicle. I am currently 3 years out of warranty but only 12,900 approx miles since they did the last repair on my intake manifold gaskets. I believe a class action suit is the only thing general motors corporation will respond to.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at various speeds the anti theft light illuminated.the dealership has replaced the anti theft sensor twice.the vehicle is having the same problem again.the manufacturer was alerted.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
A leaking fuel line is not acceptable from a 2yr old car which would cause a fire,also there is no reason (permiting that the vehicle is not abused) that an intake gasket should be replaced at less than 70,000 miles, esspecially if history on the 3.1l engine no matter what vehicle it is in has this problem for such a period of time and has not been corrected.
A leaking fuel line is not acceptable from a 2yr old car which would cause a fire,also there is no reason (permiting that the vehicle is not abused) that an intake gasket should be replaced at less than 70,000 miles, esspecially if history on the 3.1l engine no matter what vehicle it is in has this problem for such a period of time and has not been corrected.
Fuel pump sending unit and fuel pump failed causing acceleration problems.
Non-metallic fuel line had ruptured 1/2 inch from the metallic line. This caused gasoline to spray over entire engine.vehicle was towed to dealer for repairs.
Non-metallic fuel line had ruptured from the metallic line.this caused gasoline to spray over entire engine.vehicle was towed to dealer for repairs.
Fuel gauge failed.yh
The gas tank seal is leaking. I have not did anything about it yet.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Car looses power at random times, in town, 75 mph on the interstate, upon leaving from a dead stop, etc.dealership has had car more than 10 times and 45 days and is unable to fix problem.
Fuel pump sending unit and fuel pump failed causing acceleration problems.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
This almost killed my wife the cars spedomitor is still stuck on 70, and pontiac and the dealer are not interested at all, i will never buy american again! mean while we are paying for a car we cannot and will not drive again.
Dt*: the contact stated while exiting a vehicle parked in a driveway on a slight incline with the keys out of the ignition, the vehicle rolled backwards without warning.the vehicle rolled onto the foot of the contact, which left the contact trapped for 18 hours.minor bruising injuries were sustained.a passerby assisted, and pushed the vehicle off of the contact.the vehicle continued rolling, and collided with a nearby tree.moderate damage was sustained to the rear of the vehicle.upon inspection, the vehicle gear shift indicator was in park.the police were alerted, and a report was taken.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop to await further inspection by an insurance adjustor.the manufacturer was also alerted.updated 12/28/06.
When shifting from 3rd to 4th gearvehicle would jerk a lot. Dealer repaired. Vehicle is still having gear shift problems. Dealer says consumer needs new transmission.
I bought the car in may 1998 with 6000 miles on it.replaced transmission 3 times in last year (9-99, 2-00, 8-00).first transmission replacement not on car history, not sure why.
I bought the car in may 1998 with 6000 miles on it.replaced transmission 3 times in last year (9-99, 2-00, 8-00).first transmission replacement not on car history, not sure why.
The engine and transmission operation very erratic, hesitation and poor acceleration almost resulting in near accidents.
Transmission- r&r trans to replacethird gear input and replaced bushingreconditioned trans asssembly and replacedaxle seal / steering wheelreplaced streering wheel sensor bushing, dealer claims they could never find problem /brakes dealer said this was not under warranty went to midasreplacedpads, left caliper , right caliperboth had damaged boots uneven pad weardrums were hardspottedand out of round hoses -steelined were rust spotted ./ replaced front bushing.dealer said they could never find problem with brakes when first reported to them
Transmission failure.second time.request information whether this is a commonfailure problem.garage states that it is.is manufacturer extending waranty for this failure past waranty period.
Body valve in the transmission sticks intermittently causing the engine to reve and not pull the vehicle. Yh
While at a stop vehicle idles very high which when letting go ofbrakesvehicle would suddenly accelerate at a very high speed. The vehicle's rpm was high, especially when starting.the dealer worked on it but did not solve the problem. Consumer states that the vehicle is unsafe. Service engine soon light coming on due to evap purge valve and solenoid failure.pcm failed.
Vehcle made a thumping noise, and it felt liketransmissionfell out. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was transaxle/differentral andtransfer case. Consumer felt it was unsafe,could have been thrown into a ditch.
Vehcle made a thumping noise, and it felt liketransmissionfell out. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was transaxle/differentral andtransfer case. Consumer felt it was unsafe,could have been thrown into a ditch.
Transaxle case wheel bearing failed and was repaired, however the consumer states that it still isn't correct.
Vehcle made a thumping noise, and it felt liketransmissionfell out. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was transaxle/differentral andtransfer case. Consumer felt it was unsafe,could have been thrown into a ditch.
Drivetrain failed and vehiclewas making a horrible noise.
Consumers chest was injured by a safety belt during a crash.
Seat belt failed on three occasions.
Consumer states seatbelts do not lock up when brake is applied in an emergency situation.dealer stated that seatbelts were working as designed. *scc
Driver's side seatbelt constantly kinks and twists in the upper drivers side anchor and has to be straightened out before it will retract or be able to be pulled out.nlm
Vehicle experiencing problem with seat belt unlatching. On two occasion the seat belt on driver's side unlatched by itself for unknown reason. Consumercould hear the click when fastened. But later on, the seat belt would unlatch. Dealer notified. Dealer needed to order replacement parts which would take two week or more. Can nhtsa help in tis matter.
Consumer states seatbelts do not lock up when brake is applied in an emergency situation.dealer stated that seatbelts were working as designed. *scc
Driver seat belt continued to twist by itselt while returning into the retractor. Dealer notifed, and replace belt on three occasions, but problem is still occurring. Manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that they were aware and looking into the problem.
The seat belts have a black plastic piece that without the seat belt does not latch i was told by the dealer that this happens if the seatbelt gets jammed in the door.my concern is that my seatbelt broke when it was no where near a door does this mean it became weak due to a prior incident and would ithave held up in an accident or would it have given way and provided no protection. I was told this happens quite often
I have replaced my brakes 2nd time now - this time will be the 3rd time and i only have 66,000 miles on my car.
Front brake rotors warp causing uneven braking and can cause the vehicle to skid and loose control.
Breaks have failed 3 times in the last week alone. This problem has occurred several times however intermittently. We purchased this car 2 years ago and it has been in pontiac service numerous times. They have put on new brakes, pads etc. Adjusted the brakes and still the problem is unresolved. Something must be done immediately this car is unsafe and will cause an injury or death!
Brake fueled leak out of motor.
The consumer reported problems with the vehicle's door's, brakes and other components. *sc
While applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor.the driver was able to stop.the consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection.the mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads andfront rotor needed replace due to corrosion.please fill in additional information.
While traveling at normal speed, consumer states' pressed brake pedal and pedal went to the floor.consumer had to pump brake to get vehicle to stop.please provide any further information.mr
When starting the car abs lights keep coming on due tothis abs sensor malfunctioning.has been replaced twice.
I have had my rotors replaced three times now.even though my milage is rather high for the time owned, most of my driving is freeway driving.i have also had problems with the breaks failing, especially when the weather is damp or wet.i have also had the antilock breaks kick in when i was doing normal breaking.this caused me to almost have an accident, because it increased my stopping distance.i was going only approximately 5-25mph in each of the several incidents.when the breaks failed it feels like someopne put vaseline on the rotors.i step on the break pedal, and get no response.i usually have to pump the breaks in order for them to work.this particular car also had a bedspring, creaking, cracking noise that seems to appear when i go over bumps and when the body flexes.numerous people have asked me what the noise is, but my dealer can't seem to fix the problem.they did put some tape around something at one point that helped some, but the noise is very distracting and continues.the dealer actually told me that i shouldn't bring that car back to them for that problem.on my last trip to the dealer, they did seem to fix the problem temporarily, but when i was on the on ramp to the freeway, something "cracked" again, and the noises are heard daily now.i also had one of my fromt tires fail.the sidewall bubbled out.the manufacturer did nothing for me.i was more or less told that i would have to prove that there was a defect in the tire.i still had almost all of the origianl tread.the noises in the suspension/body are irritating, and the car sounds like it is going to fall apart on the road someday, but my biggest concern is the breaks.i am a very safe driver, but find the breaking system that is in my car very unreliable.i honestly feel that i would be better off without the abs, as i don't need them kicking in when i am doing normal slow stopping, such as pulling out of a driveway or just slow down. Very scary when i don't stop.
Consumer states when taking foot off accelerator, vehicle starts to pulsate and when brakes are applied it takes approximately 3 to 4 feet to stop, while vehicle is bucking as if the abs are engaging, rpm needle goes crazy.
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I feel as though there is a serious problem with my 1998 pontiac grandam.i have taken it to the dealership (boomershine pontiac)twice in the last 3 months. On nove 28, 2000 all of the warning lights in my vehicle came on and then my car locked up while i was driving on the bypass at about 50 mph.i could not steer or brake my car.it was locked up, so threw on the emergency brakes and slid until the car came to a stop.i reported the service department that myabs, ets, check engine, and airbag lights kept flashing on and off.on feb 20, 2001 i took my car back to boomershine pontiac and reported that my check engine, abs, and airbag light was once again coming on.my car was supposely repaired when i picked it up on feb 22, 2001.on march 1. 2001 at 9:05am i was driving to work and my abs, ets, and airbag lights were onceagain flashing .i went to pontiac boomershine to report this.and i took the sales consultant jason bresnock for a ride in the car.my airbag light did flash while jason bresnock was riding with me.i have made and appointment for tuesday march 6, 2001 and 7:45am to have them work on my car once again.i feel that there is something seriously wrong with this car and the technicians can't find out what the problem can be.i feel that i am driving an unsafe vehicle at this point.
Vehicle would suddenly accelerate on its own with the foot on the brakes.brakes were ruined. Problem was intermittent. Been to the dealership 3 different times, but problem would reappear after repairs were done.
While drivingabs light will pop up.consumer has to turn off the engine, andlight will go off.then, will pop up again. Dealer has been contacted.please provide more information.
Brakes have never worked properly. Replaced twice and rotors have been turned once. Spouse noticed that the front or rear brakes did not show any wear.-we also have had a probelm with the batterythat i think was caused by the electrical system.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
Transmission- r&r trans to replacethird gear input and replaced bushingreconditioned trans asssembly and replacedaxle seal / steering wheelreplaced streering wheel sensor bushing, dealer claims they could never find problem /brakes dealer said this was not under warranty went to midasreplacedpads, left caliper , right caliperboth had damaged boots uneven pad weardrums were hardspottedand out of round hoses -steelined were rust spotted ./ replaced front bushing.dealer said they could never find problem with brakes when first reported to them
After turning my vehicle on, i noticed that my vehicle brake and abs lights were illuminated.it was determined after taking the car to the mechanic that the motor pack was in need of replacement.my mechanic suggested that i file a report since this is a rare problem.
The abs motor kit (91172172) failed and shorted out which caused the hydraulic modulator valve shorted out and required replacement as well. *mjs
When braking vehicle didn't stop at the desired stopping point. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who indicated that antilock braking system malfunctioned and there was no remedy to solve the problem. Mechanic recommends disconnecting the antilock braking system because it was not safe to drive the vehiclein this condition.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Front brakes and rotors had to replaced at 24,000 miles within 1 yearr of ownership. Then 1 1/2 years ,abs and brake light came on atsame time. Dealer had to have motor pact kit putwhich runs rear hydraulic for brakes at 50,000 miles.
The anti lock brake function prevents me from being able to brake my car on wet, snowy or slushy days, both my daughter and i have had to shift down and pull on the emergency brake to pull over, we live on a long steep hill. This resets theabs but only temporarily. Also, the auto locks malfunction and the front windows don't roll up and down, i am afraid we'll be trapped in an out of control car. Also the adjustment knob for the exterior rear view mirrors fell into the door so i can't adjust them without stopping as the windows don't open.
Brakes do not work properly on occasion. Mjs
Brakes failed.yh
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes,brakessqueak and there is some knocking noise coming from the brakes.consumer states that brakes talk to her, and go straight to the floorboard . Also,when consumer is backing out and turning to the right there is a popping noise coming from the steering.
I have had my rotors replaced three times now.even though my milage is rather high for the time owned, most of my driving is freeway driving.i have also had problems with the breaks failing, especially when the weather is damp or wet.i have also had the antilock breaks kick in when i was doing normal breaking.this caused me to almost have an accident, because it increased my stopping distance.i was going only approximately 5-25mph in each of the several incidents.when the breaks failed it feels like someopne put vaseline on the rotors.i step on the break pedal, and get no response.i usually have to pump the breaks in order for them to work.this particular car also had a bedspring, creaking, cracking noise that seems to appear when i go over bumps and when the body flexes.numerous people have asked me what the noise is, but my dealer can't seem to fix the problem.they did put some tape around something at one point that helped some, but the noise is very distracting and continues.the dealer actually told me that i shouldn't bring that car back to them for that problem.on my last trip to the dealer, they did seem to fix the problem temporarily, but when i was on the on ramp to the freeway, something "cracked" again, and the noises are heard daily now.i also had one of my fromt tires fail.the sidewall bubbled out.the manufacturer did nothing for me.i was more or less told that i would have to prove that there was a defect in the tire.i still had almost all of the origianl tread.the noises in the suspension/body are irritating, and the car sounds like it is going to fall apart on the road someday, but my biggest concern is the breaks.i am a very safe driver, but find the breaking system that is in my car very unreliable.i honestly feel that i would be better off without the abs, as i don't need them kicking in when i am doing normal slow stopping, such as pulling out of a driveway or just slow down. Very scary when i don't stop.
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Brake rotors warped due to there failure caused pulsation.
I have had this problem since the beginning. They have turned the disks at least twice, replaced the rotors once, resurfaced the pads. This last time that i took it into the shop, they said that they suspect the rotors to warpped.yet i had purchased the extended warranty to extend the bumper to bumper warranty, yet they told me that they can't do anything with it because it was out of the original warranty. I feel that the vehicle does not represent the quality or performance as stated or advertised. This car is a lemon no matter which state you may purchase it.
Driver's side front disc brake separated and fell off while backing out of driveway.
No summary provided by consumer.
Front brakes and rotors had to replaced at 24,000 miles within 1 yearr of ownership. Then 1 1/2 years ,abs and brake light came on atsame time. Dealer had to have motor pact kit putwhich runs rear hydraulic for brakes at 50,000 miles.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Brake rotors are warped, causing heavy steering wheel vibration.dealer resurfaced rotors once under warranty.brake rotors warped again after 3 months.brake rotors now must be replaced after only one year.
Brakes have never worked properly. Replaced twice and rotors have been turned once. Spouse noticed that the front or rear brakes did not show any wear.-we also have had a probelm with the batterythat i think was caused by the electrical system.
Had problems with car since beginning. Accelerates on its own and lunges forward when stopping. Also the brakes failed,causing an accident. Rotors have warped on numerous occasions. Dealer contacted 10-15 times with no problem found. Car is a major safety hazard.
While driving vehicle would start to shake when brakes were applied. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic indicated that brakes were warped & needed to be replaced. After havingrotors replaced,problem has reappeared again.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
Master cylinder failure.
When applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor.the consumer had to pump the brakes in order to stop the vehicle.the cause of the problem is unknown but could be related to a faulty master cylinder.*nlm
The steering became loose while driving.
Consumer heard a loud noise, then the steering wheel became very loose with a lot of play.the mechanic stated the steering mechanismbroke from the firewall.the dealer has been contacted.please describe further.
General motors need to recall their vehicles to diagnosis this major issue. My case number with gm1382341310however, they wont assist me and said they are closing my case. I informed them not to i am not done with this issue with them... This is a very serious problem or defect with my general motors pontiac grand am se 3.1l v6 engine in this vehicle. I have had, 3 intake manifold gasket failures in less than 40,000 miles, the first occurring at approx 24,000 miles the second at approx 27,000 miles and now again at 40,000 miles but i have suspected the anti-freeze i have been smelling in the cab when i turn the heater blower on, is somehow connected to this leak. Which means its been leaking for some time just not bad enough to drip onto the ground bringing my attention to it. I am only one of thousands of victims that general motors has raped financial over the years. The repeated failures of the intake manifold gasket started long ago and due to the numerous complaints to the bbb and gm you would think that would be enough to alarm general motors that they are having a major issue, and they should of began a recall of their vehicles long ago. In the year 2002 they couldn't supply enough intake manifold gaskets to keep up with the gm vehicles that needed repair either under warranty or out of warranty. I have had other major non-related repairs to my vehicle as well, 19,693 miles the sway bar bushings had to be replaced, alternator was replaced, heater core replaced, the rack and pinion steering rod replaced. Now my car and many thousands of other gm owners vehicles are out of warranty and gm won't stand behind their own vehicles, even though work was done repeatedly under warranty on my vehicle. I am currently 3 years out of warranty but only 12,900 approx miles since they did the last repair on my intake manifold gaskets. I believe a class action suit is the only thing general motors corporation will respond to.
Transmission- r&r trans to replacethird gear input and replaced bushingreconditioned trans asssembly and replacedaxle seal / steering wheelreplaced streering wheel sensor bushing, dealer claims they could never find problem /brakes dealer said this was not under warranty went to midasreplacedpads, left caliper , right caliperboth had damaged boots uneven pad weardrums were hardspottedand out of round hoses -steelined were rust spotted ./ replaced front bushing.dealer said they could never find problem with brakes when first reported to them
While drivingsteering wheel locked up without warning , causing loss of steering control. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.
While putting steering in down position steering wheel would not move up or down. The steering wheel was in the top position and could not be moved. When consumer took the key out of the ignition the steering wheel did not lock in position.*jg
After taking key out of ignition switch steering wheel would not lock in place.dealer has been contcted. Please provide further information.
When trying to take key out of ignition the steering wheel would not lock in place and keys could either not be removed or would be removed but wheel still would not lock in place.*la
Theft system activates on car w/o warning when trying to start car. Car thinks it's being stolen. It starts and then shuts down with theft system light blinking. Can only move by towing it away. Have had it to dealer on 5 different occasions. Last time replace instrument cluster module, the next day hit a bump and thft system light came on.did this on 4 occasions but car started after cutting it off. Last time about 5 weeks after last repair, it gave me no warning when i tried to start it.the theft system activated and it shut the car down. It was towed to dealer that did previous w ork (from ga. To fla.), they informed me i needed new keys and a locking system.this has been an ongoing problem since february 2000, i have had the car towed 5 times, twice in one day.
Power steering fails when on wet road.loss of power steering caused loss of control into deep puddle and subsequent water damage to engine
While driving 40 mph on a wet road surface vehicle swerved. Consumer lost control of the vehicle, an dit was was forced off the road into a wooded area, where vehicle spinned several times and hit several small trees. Vehicle was towed to a body shop.mechanicdetermined that the right tie rod wore out and the left tie rod was getting worn out.consumer stated, that front wheel bearing was repaired under a recall on may 5, 2004 at a dealer.
While backing out in reverse or driving vehicle had a rattling sound. Consumer noticed that while shifting the steering wheel jerked.consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced.
Fluid was leaking by passenger side front tire.also, noticed a whining noise when turning.car has 40,000 miles on it.repair shop had to replace the rack & pinion andheater core.cost for repairs: $700.00.
Consumer was unable to turn left.dealer stated that rack and pinionfailed.a recall for the steering rack and pinion was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
98 pontiac grand am air bag not working,water leaks on floor board when ac is on,runs hot,stops running, engine light comes on.*nlm
The consumer reported problems with the vehicle's door's, brakes and other components. *sc
Driver's side trim malfunctioning.
While driving vehicle would start to shake when brakes were applied. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic indicated that brakes were warped & needed to be replaced. After havingrotors replaced,problem has reappeared again.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning steering wheel veered left to right.
General motors need to recall their vehicles to diagnosis this major issue. My case number with gm1382341310however, they wont assist me and said they are closing my case. I informed them not to i am not done with this issue with them... This is a very serious problem or defect with my general motors pontiac grand am se 3.1l v6 engine in this vehicle. I have had, 3 intake manifold gasket failures in less than 40,000 miles, the first occurring at approx 24,000 miles the second at approx 27,000 miles and now again at 40,000 miles but i have suspected the anti-freeze i have been smelling in the cab when i turn the heater blower on, is somehow connected to this leak. Which means its been leaking for some time just not bad enough to drip onto the ground bringing my attention to it. I am only one of thousands of victims that general motors has raped financial over the years. The repeated failures of the intake manifold gasket started long ago and due to the numerous complaints to the bbb and gm you would think that would be enough to alarm general motors that they are having a major issue, and they should of began a recall of their vehicles long ago. In the year 2002 they couldn't supply enough intake manifold gaskets to keep up with the gm vehicles that needed repair either under warranty or out of warranty. I have had other major non-related repairs to my vehicle as well, 19,693 miles the sway bar bushings had to be replaced, alternator was replaced, heater core replaced, the rack and pinion steering rod replaced. Now my car and many thousands of other gm owners vehicles are out of warranty and gm won't stand behind their own vehicles, even though work was done repeatedly under warranty on my vehicle. I am currently 3 years out of warranty but only 12,900 approx miles since they did the last repair on my intake manifold gaskets. I believe a class action suit is the only thing general motors corporation will respond to.
I have had my rotors replaced three times now.even though my milage is rather high for the time owned, most of my driving is freeway driving.i have also had problems with the breaks failing, especially when the weather is damp or wet.i have also had the antilock breaks kick in when i was doing normal breaking.this caused me to almost have an accident, because it increased my stopping distance.i was going only approximately 5-25mph in each of the several incidents.when the breaks failed it feels like someopne put vaseline on the rotors.i step on the break pedal, and get no response.i usually have to pump the breaks in order for them to work.this particular car also had a bedspring, creaking, cracking noise that seems to appear when i go over bumps and when the body flexes.numerous people have asked me what the noise is, but my dealer can't seem to fix the problem.they did put some tape around something at one point that helped some, but the noise is very distracting and continues.the dealer actually told me that i shouldn't bring that car back to them for that problem.on my last trip to the dealer, they did seem to fix the problem temporarily, but when i was on the on ramp to the freeway, something "cracked" again, and the noises are heard daily now.i also had one of my fromt tires fail.the sidewall bubbled out.the manufacturer did nothing for me.i was more or less told that i would have to prove that there was a defect in the tire.i still had almost all of the origianl tread.the noises in the suspension/body are irritating, and the car sounds like it is going to fall apart on the road someday, but my biggest concern is the breaks.i am a very safe driver, but find the breaking system that is in my car very unreliable.i honestly feel that i would be better off without the abs, as i don't need them kicking in when i am doing normal slow stopping, such as pulling out of a driveway or just slow down. Very scary when i don't stop.
Tires going bald from inside to outside. Vehicle out of alignment. Front tire blew out due to cracks. Dealer wants owner pay for alignment & frame check. Willing to pay for 1/2 tires. (they checked frame only and bought two tires, will not do alignment, which consumer feels is necessary). *mjs
Have turned vehicle in and reported this instance twice, and both times they say there is nothing wrong. Yet vehicle losses some traction and bounces constantly.
Control arm bushing kept pulling out of bracket. Problemreoccurring every five months. Also,sway bar excessive wear, caused bounce/loss of controland wandering. Vehicle been in dealer shop on five s,andproblemstill reccurring. Please provide any further details.
Control arm bushing separated. Sounded from dealer like they had delt with this problem in other vehicles, but since in was out of warranty, they made me pay. Seems like a safety issue.
I have had lower control arm failures on both sides of my 1998 pontiac grand am. The rear bushing pulls apart causing a severe shimmy when braking at high speeds and clanking when going over bumps. It is either a design or manufacturing defect. The dealer has refused to pay costs.
I was informed that the problems related to the difficulty driving my grand am and the lound clunking noise and the intense "shimmy" was because my right lower control arm had snapped and my left lower control arm was cracked about to separate as well. I do know a little about cars and this doesn't seem to be a normal maintenance problem. This is costing me well over 600.00 to repair.
Noise heard in front end going over bumps. Failure= lower control arm rear bushings separating from control arm.left and right sides. Correction+ replacement of lower control arms
Control arm bushing kept pulling out of bracket. Problemreoccurring every five months. Also,sway bar excessive wear, caused bounce/loss of controland wandering. Vehicle been in dealer shop on five s,andproblemstill reccurring. Please provide any further details.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
While driving 40 mph on a wet road surface vehicle swerved. Consumer lost control of the vehicle, an dit was was forced off the road into a wooded area, where vehicle spinned several times and hit several small trees. Vehicle was towed to a body shop.mechanicdetermined that the right tie rod wore out and the left tie rod was getting worn out.consumer stated, that front wheel bearing was repaired under a recall on may 5, 2004 at a dealer.
Michelin tire continually leaking air.yh
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
Consumer states that there is no visible feature on the instrument panel indicating that the cruise control is activated.
While starting the vehicle, the anti-theft circuitry cuts out the ignition system and prohibits re-starting the vehicle. A 'pass code' light appears on the dashboard.in one instance, the anti-theft circuitry cut out while the vehicle was in motion and could not be re-started. The vehicle could be steered (no power steering) and coasted off the roadway (no power brakes).
Costly repairs on vehicle-very disappointed -feel need to file complaint. No safety defec tmentione din summary.
Does not matter what time of day or what temp outside, when car is started, rpm's range from 2000 to 3000.car will not go to normal idle at any time no matter how long driven unless car is turned off an then back on.sometimes it takes doing this several times.if this is not done and idle is left as is, car is extremely difficult to stop.almost necessary to "stand" on the brakes!dealer says there is nothing wrong and that it is a factory preset.
Severe acceleration when auto is moving at slow or idle speed when moving from a cold start or nearly cold start. Most noticeable when auto is making a turn after a cold start or nearly cold start. The problem occur 100% of the time when descending from a parking deck and reaching the lower level or lowest level of the parking deck. My action is to put the car in neutral until it drop back to a normal idling speed, which normally take( as a guest), about 45 to 60 seconds.
Vehicle idle surges uncontrollably at a stop causing vehicle to lurch forward.
Vehicle would suddenly accelerate on its own with the foot on the brakes.brakes were ruined. Problem was intermittent. Been to the dealership 3 different times, but problem would reappear after repairs were done.
While at a stop vehicle idles very high which when letting go ofbrakesvehicle would suddenly accelerate at a very high speed. The vehicle's rpm was high, especially when starting.the dealer worked on it but did not solve the problem. Consumer states that the vehicle is unsafe. Service engine soon light coming on due to evap purge valve and solenoid failure.pcm failed.
Consumer states when taking foot off accelerator, vehicle starts to pulsate and when brakes are applied it takes approximately 3 to 4 feet to stop, while vehicle is bucking as if the abs are engaging, rpm needle goes crazy.
After driving the car and letting sit from 30 min to 4 hours(at various temps) and restarting going@10 mph, the cars rpms fluctuate briefly and then accelerate dramatically to 4000 rpm luckely, i put it into netural or my speed keeps increasing, when put into neutral, the rpm's increased to 4,000 and stays until the gas is pressed firmly then it will go back to idle. Pressing the brake doesn't stop this. A couple of times the rpms fluctuated then the car died instead of accelerating.
Throttle position sensor failed, causing vehicle to speed up unexpectedly which could result in an accident.
I was driving my 1998 gt pontiac grand am from peoria illinois on highway at 65 mph. She completely shut down no power no nothing...pulled over waited approximately 5minutes and she started right up...please help!!! [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Car will not accelerate properly from a stop (usually when humid)
While drivingat a regular speedcar accelerated on its own, hittinganother vehicle.manufacturer was contacted, and stated they could resolve the problem.
Had problems with car since beginning. Accelerates on its own and lunges forward when stopping. Also the brakes failed,causing an accident. Rotors have warped on numerous occasions. Dealer contacted 10-15 times with no problem found. Car is a major safety hazard.
While driving the throttle remained stuck in the open position when the accelerator pedal was released.dealer has been contacted.
Pontiac grand am air bags arent safe at all mine busted out for no reason whatsoever it burned my arm and left a bruise and could've caused a wreck!
Consumer was driving through a school zone going less than 25 mph and cruise control kicked in.the vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and went down an embankment.the vehicle hit a tree and it wasn't until the vehicle stopped that the air bags deployed.when the air bags deployed they blacked the passengers eyes.
While turning on the heater there is some strong smell that comes from the vents, it will fog up windshield.
Purchased vehicle 6/98.three days after purchase car ignition switch failed.vehicle towed 3 times for same problem.found wires in harness bad causing problem.brake problems since owningwheel cylinders leaking brake shoes soaked with oil.rotors machined @ 10,462.excessive brake dust.brake pads worn at 10,465 miles.rear shoes out of adjustment @ 10,465. 13,985 miles abs light failed.while lights and ac or heat on when applying brakes interior and headlights dim.can't find problem!when heater is on smell of antifreeze.can't find problem.front suspension noise.stabilizer bushings badcan't find problem.no brake pedal at times.when road surface is wet and brakes applied car will not stop.
Fluid was leaking by passenger side front tire.also, noticed a whining noise when turning.car has 40,000 miles on it.repair shop had to replace the rack & pinion andheater core.cost for repairs: $700.00.
General motors need to recall their vehicles to diagnosis this major issue. My case number with gm1382341310however, they wont assist me and said they are closing my case. I informed them not to i am not done with this issue with them... This is a very serious problem or defect with my general motors pontiac grand am se 3.1l v6 engine in this vehicle. I have had, 3 intake manifold gasket failures in less than 40,000 miles, the first occurring at approx 24,000 miles the second at approx 27,000 miles and now again at 40,000 miles but i have suspected the anti-freeze i have been smelling in the cab when i turn the heater blower on, is somehow connected to this leak. Which means its been leaking for some time just not bad enough to drip onto the ground bringing my attention to it. I am only one of thousands of victims that general motors has raped financial over the years. The repeated failures of the intake manifold gasket started long ago and due to the numerous complaints to the bbb and gm you would think that would be enough to alarm general motors that they are having a major issue, and they should of began a recall of their vehicles long ago. In the year 2002 they couldn't supply enough intake manifold gaskets to keep up with the gm vehicles that needed repair either under warranty or out of warranty. I have had other major non-related repairs to my vehicle as well, 19,693 miles the sway bar bushings had to be replaced, alternator was replaced, heater core replaced, the rack and pinion steering rod replaced. Now my car and many thousands of other gm owners vehicles are out of warranty and gm won't stand behind their own vehicles, even though work was done repeatedly under warranty on my vehicle. I am currently 3 years out of warranty but only 12,900 approx miles since they did the last repair on my intake manifold gaskets. I believe a class action suit is the only thing general motors corporation will respond to.
The anti lock brake function prevents me from being able to brake my car on wet, snowy or slushy days, both my daughter and i have had to shift down and pull on the emergency brake to pull over, we live on a long steep hill. This resets theabs but only temporarily. Also, the auto locks malfunction and the front windows don't roll up and down, i am afraid we'll be trapped in an out of control car. Also the adjustment knob for the exterior rear view mirrors fell into the door so i can't adjust them without stopping as the windows don't open.
Both front power windows operate sporadically.they will roll down (not consistently) and fail to roll up.they can be stuck in the down position for days.this matter happened on a windy, snowy january day on the highway after paying a toll.i could barely drive while going the minimum, 45 mph, on the highway because of the cold air and snow blowing into my face.i have put up with not using any windows for about a year, but found out that i could not pass the west virginia safety inspection nor obtain a mandatory yearly safety sticker if my drivers side window will not roll down.it is against the state law tohave an inoperable drivers window, because i was told that if you are pulled over, the police officer needs to be able to speak with you through that window.in addition, it just makes sense that if you are trapped for whatever reason, a window may be your only escape.
Both driver & passenger window components...levers that raise & lower the windows have failed....the lever, ca;;ed the "window regulators" have basically ripped apart...on both doors.... This seems rather difficult to belive that such a thing could take place on a three year old car...i can find no prior reports..i assume owners just have them repaired, when it appears to me that there is an obvious "defect" in the manufacturing of these components. These componenets appear to be too weakly constrcuted to stand up to the stress involved in these electric windows.
This is applicable to both front power windows:power windows fail to operate randomly, up or down.gmc is relunctant to replace the units unless they see the defect occur.this could be a serious problem if the window were to fail to close in the rain or sandy situations while the car is being driven, damage to the interior or theft.being unable to open a window could block and escape path in an accident. Not to mention daily problems, like toll boths, drive thru's etc.
I have had a new transmission, calipers, gear shift mechanism,2 lighters, alternator,2 sets of window motors, 1 broken motor mount,strut torque wasnt bolted to the car when leased, a radial pull in 1 tire in which i had to pay to have replaced, tire scraping on fender right after leasing, 2 new headlamps,fuel cap, battery, and have had a short somewhere and dealer refused to locate.dealer and pontiac customer division refuse a buy back or trade in.sent package to general motors to make them aware of the situation and they refused the package all together.pontiac tells me their field rep went to talk to john moore and he refused a buy back so in turn, so did pontiac.i just would like a car that runs.this is my second pontiac that has been a lemon.i have all documentaion to prove it.how does a single mom working two jobs get help?its costed me a fortune in missed work.( dot number: tire size: p195/65r15 )
The regulators in both of the side windows are not functioning properly.
Power windows on both passenger and driver sides have failed.the motor still works, but if you roll window down you must manually keep window straight when rolling up.i have checked repair costs and it's about $500/window.my car was less than 3 years old when the problem occurred, so unless pontiac makes an improvement to the window system it will continue to happen.i have been told the part that is malfuntioning is called a regulator.i have taken my door panel off to look at it and it is just not made strong enough for the weight of the windows.
The anti lock brake function prevents me from being able to brake my car on wet, snowy or slushy days, both my daughter and i have had to shift down and pull on the emergency brake to pull over, we live on a long steep hill. This resets theabs but only temporarily. Also, the auto locks malfunction and the front windows don't roll up and down, i am afraid we'll be trapped in an out of control car. Also the adjustment knob for the exterior rear view mirrors fell into the door so i can't adjust them without stopping as the windows don't open.
Due to inclement weather the windshield wiper blades have frozen, inhibiting the use of the windshield wipers. Dealer was contacted.
Front right lugs sheared off clean completely, causing the wheel & tire to drop and putting the auto to the pavement on it's front. Rail and rotor and spinning the auto somewhat. Pontiac refuses to cover under warranty saying they don't know what caused it, but it wasn't their fault.it took them 1 month to decide thanleaving the auto unrepaired at the dealership, and caused me to rent an automobile. Then finally paid myself to get the car back in use.loss of 1 mo. Use, had to pay the month's lease even though car was not driveable, and when they fixed it, they did it in 4 hours!



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