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Pontiac Grand Am
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Comfort
8
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
7
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
8
Reliability
9
Owner Reviews
rnicks
Thoroughly Average Car
November 22, 2017
Overall Score
Good car for commuting to work and running errands with, or going to visit family. Not anything particularly special, though. But it was my first car, and it served me well with minimal maintenance issues.
Comfort
8
Performance
6
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
6
Reliability
6
Recall Information
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Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2014-284
Recall date
2014-07-03
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14350
Units Affected:
641,121
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could allow the switch to move out of the "run" position if the key ring is carrying added weight or the vehicle goes off-road or is subjected to some other jarring event. If this were to occur, engine power, power steering and power braking would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. The timing of the key movement out of the “run” position, relative to the activation of the sensing algorithm of the crash event, may also result in the airbags not deploying in a subsequent collision, increasing the risk of injury. Correction: For each key, dealers will install two key rings and modify the key ring opening shape. Note: Until the correction is performed, all items should be removed from the key ring.
Recall number
2005-035
Recall date
2005-02-15
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
2005
Manufacturer Recall Number:
05020
Units Affected:
737
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain vehicles were built with rear suspension knuckle bolts that are not to specification and could fracture under high loads that can occur in some driving conditions. If the bolt fractures, the rear suspension linkage could detach from the knuckle and the rear wheel would be able to turn inboard or outboard. Sudden changes could occur in vehicle handling and, particularly at higher speeds, the driver may not be able to control the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning. Correction: Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckle bolts.
Recall number
2004-391
Recall date
2004-10-29
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2003
Manufacturer Recall Number:
04092
Units Affected:
18,955
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, in hot ambient conditions, the accelerator pedal arm may stick at the attachment to the bracket and not return to the engine idle position when the operator removes the actuating force from the accelerator pedal. If the accelerator pedal does not return to the engine idle position, the throttle valve will not close, which may result in an increased stopping distance. Correction: Dealers will inspect the accelerator pedal arm and, if necessary, replace the accelerator and brake pedal assembly.
Recall number
2004-213
Recall date
2004-07-07
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2004
Manufacturer Recall Number:
04058
Units Affected:
166
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, a weld on the fuel tank may be insufficient, resulting in a fuel leak. If this were to occur the operator may notice a strong fuel smell and some dampness on the ground. If a sufficient amount of fuel were to leak out and if an ignition source were present, a vehicle fire could occur. Correction: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank, and replace, if necessary.
Recall number
2003-217
Recall date
2003-09-05
System affected
Lights And Instruments
Model year(s) affected
2000 2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
03043
Units Affected:
76,668
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the hazard warning switch may experience solder joint cracking if subjected to rapid temperature transition. If solder joint cracking occurs and results in an open circuit, the turn signals/hazard lamps become intermittent or inoperative. Correction: Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch.
Recall number
2001-096
Recall date
2001-04-17
System affected
Lights And Instruments
Model year(s) affected
2000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
01029
Units Affected:
99,174
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 101- Location and Identification of Controls and Displays. Vehicles exhibit a condition in which the "Generator Low Voltage" indicator light will not illuminate under low voltage conditions. Correction: Dealers will reflash the vehicle PCM with new calibration software.
Recall number
2000-275
Recall date
2000-11-27
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2000 2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
00091
Units Affected:
1,712
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 114 - Locking System. When a driver attempts to shift from 5th gear to reverse, a shift inhibitor causes the transmission to be mechanically in 4th gear even though the shift lever indicates reverse gear. In this situation, the key can be removed from the ignition while the transmission is in a forward gear, which is not permitted by the standard. Correction: Dealers will disable the 5th/Reverse Inhibitor by removing a retaining pin and replace the shifter assembly.
Recall number
2000-123
Recall date
2000-05-31
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
1999 2000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
00036
Units Affected:
47,272
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 201 - Occupant Protection. The console cover does not remain closed when a specified vertical load is applied. During a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injure an occupant. Correction: Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism.
Recall number
2000-110
Recall date
2000-04-28
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
00037
Units Affected:
48
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with an manual transmission, the clutch pedal position switch plunger could contact the steering column boot and thereby not be able to extend when the clutch pedal is depressed. In this condition, the vehicle can be started with the transaxle in gear (not in neutral) without the clutch pedal depressed. If the driver is not applying the brake, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and a crash could occur. Correction: Dealers will install a shield to prevent contact between the column boot and the clutch pedal position switch.
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