Pontiac Grand AM recalls and problems
9 recalls and 2,328 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
2,328
Crashes reported
152
Fires reported
34
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Pontiac Grand AM by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Grand AM | 2 | 102 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 1 |
| 2004 Grand AM | 2 | 293 | 24 | 7 | 18 | 1 |
| 2003 Grand AM | 2 | 325 | 27 | 5 | 28 | 8 |
| 2002 Grand AM | 1 | 395 | 22 | 3 | 23 | 0 |
| 2001 Grand AM | 4 | 538 | 21 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| 2000 Grand AM | 5 | 675 | 43 | 14 | 40 | 4 |
Most reported Pontiac Grand AM problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 864 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 532 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 283 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 269 | |
| Visibility | 132 | |
| Steering | 122 | |
| Air Bags | 115 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 83 | |
| Structure | 79 | |
| Suspension | 71 |
All Pontiac Grand AM recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14V-400 | Jul 3, 2014 | 2000–2005 | Electrical System | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. |
| 05V-054 | Feb 14, 2005 | 2005 | Suspension | Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear suspension knuckle bolts that are not to specification and could fracture under high loads that can occur in some driving conditions. |
| 04V-528 | Nov 1, 2004 | 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 04V-301 | Jun 30, 2004 | 2004 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank that does not meet specification. |
| 03V-327 | Aug 28, 2003 | 2000–2001 | Exterior Lighting | Certain passenger vehicles have hazard warning switches that may experience solder joint cracking caused by rapid temperature transitions and the soldering process. |
| 03V-250 | Jul 15, 2003 | 2001 | Equipment | Certain minivans, passenger and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 00V-372 | Nov 13, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Power Train | Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles equipped with manual transaxles (Rpo m86) fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. |
| 00V-140 | May 18, 2000 | 2000 | Structure | Vehicle description: these vehicles do not comply with the occupant protection requirements of FMVSS no. |
| 00V-116 | Apr 18, 2000 | 2000 | Suspension | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Pontiac Grand AM?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Pontiac Grand AM has the most reports (675). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Pontiac Grand AM have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Pontiac Grand AM model years 2000–2005.
What are the most common Pontiac Grand AM problems?
Owners report electrical system, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling problems most often.