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Jun 4, 2020 Electrical System 178,000 mi

THE THEFT WARNING SYSTEM KEEPS THE IGNITION SWITCH FROM ENGAGING. THE CAR WILL NOT START UNLESS THE KEY IS IN THE "ON" POSITION FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES AND RESETS THE SYSTEM. *TR

Jun 4, 2020 Electrical System 178,000 mi

THE THEFT WARNING SYSTEM KEEPS THE IGNITION SWITCH FROM ENGAGING. THE CAR WILL NOT START UNLESS THE KEY IS IN THE "ON" POSITION FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES AND RESETS THE SYSTEM. *TR

Apr 26, 2016 Steering

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR THE STEERING LOCKS UP AND YOU HAVE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK AND FORTH FOR IT TO CATCH AND FINALLY WILL START LIKE IT KEEPS LOCKING UP. MY SON BOUGHT THIS CAR AS HIS FIRST CAR SO NO SURE HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN LIKE THIS DOING THIS AS WE PURCHASED FROM A FRIEND AND H...

Apr 26, 2016 Unknown Or Other

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR THE STEERING LOCKS UP AND YOU HAVE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK AND FORTH FOR IT TO CATCH AND FINALLY WILL START LIKE IT KEEPS LOCKING UP. MY SON BOUGHT THIS CAR AS HIS FIRST CAR SO NO SURE HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN LIKE THIS DOING THIS AS WE PURCHASED FROM A FRIEND AND H...

Apr 26, 2016 Steering

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR THE STEERING LOCKS UP AND YOU HAVE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK AND FORTH FOR IT TO CATCH AND FINALLY WILL START LIKE IT KEEPS LOCKING UP. MY SON BOUGHT THIS CAR AS HIS FIRST CAR SO NO SURE HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN LIKE THIS DOING THIS AS WE PURCHASED FROM A FRIEND AND H...

Apr 26, 2016 Unknown Or Other

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR THE STEERING LOCKS UP AND YOU HAVE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK AND FORTH FOR IT TO CATCH AND FINALLY WILL START LIKE IT KEEPS LOCKING UP. MY SON BOUGHT THIS CAR AS HIS FIRST CAR SO NO SURE HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN LIKE THIS DOING THIS AS WE PURCHASED FROM A FRIEND AND H...

Jul 28, 2014 Electrical System 165,000 mi

THE IGNITION ON THIS COLLEGE STUDENTS 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM RANDOMLY DEFAULTS. IT WILL GET STUCK IN ON OR OFF POSITION. CAR SOMETIMES CONTINUES RUNNING. KEYES WILL LOCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN NOT BE REMOVED. LIGHTS REMAIN ON WHILE KEYS ARE STUCK IN IGNITION. IGNITION GETS WARM. *JS

Jul 28, 2014 Electrical System 165,000 mi

THE IGNITION ON THIS COLLEGE STUDENTS 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM RANDOMLY DEFAULTS. IT WILL GET STUCK IN ON OR OFF POSITION. CAR SOMETIMES CONTINUES RUNNING. KEYES WILL LOCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN NOT BE REMOVED. LIGHTS REMAIN ON WHILE KEYS ARE STUCK IN IGNITION. IGNITION GETS WARM. *JS

Mar 18, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

I CANNOT DRIVE CAR WITH OUT SPEEDOMETER. THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN #66-83-04A I FEEL THE DEALER SHOULD REPAIR THIS AT THERE COST. IT IS NOT SAFE DRIVING IT WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO SEE SPEED. THE DEALER SAYS IT COST 450.00 THE VSS IS WORKING FINE. I BUY A LOT OF CARS. *TR

Mar 18, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

I CANNOT DRIVE CAR WITH OUT SPEEDOMETER. THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN #66-83-04A I FEEL THE DEALER SHOULD REPAIR THIS AT THERE COST. IT IS NOT SAFE DRIVING IT WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO SEE SPEED. THE DEALER SAYS IT COST 450.00 THE VSS IS WORKING FINE. I BUY A LOT OF CARS. *TR

Nov 6, 2013 Steering 223,027 mi

THE MOST RECENT OF PROBLEMS IS MY STEERING WENT OUT ON ME WHILE TURNING IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD MY MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND HE SAID IT WAS THE RACK AND PINION SEAL THAT CAUSED IT TO POUR OUT THE FLUID. I HAVE ALSO HAD MANY OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS GAS LEAKING EVEN THOUGH ALL LINES WERE REPLACED. POW...

Nov 6, 2013 Steering 223,027 mi

THE MOST RECENT OF PROBLEMS IS MY STEERING WENT OUT ON ME WHILE TURNING IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD MY MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND HE SAID IT WAS THE RACK AND PINION SEAL THAT CAUSED IT TO POUR OUT THE FLUID. I HAVE ALSO HAD MANY OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS GAS LEAKING EVEN THOUGH ALL LINES WERE REPLACED. POW...

Jan 13, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION BUT THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY STALLED. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED TO THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE WOULD REQUIRE REP...

Jan 13, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION BUT THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY STALLED. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED TO THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE WOULD REQUIRE REP...

Jun 25, 2011 Tires 118,653 mi

I HAVE BROUGHT A SET OF FOUR TIRE FROM FIRESTONE DOT NUMBER IS H Y C 6 38B 3896 DUR3M365182 P195/65R15 SO THE TIRES START WHAT DO I DO ABOUT THIS TO COME A PART THE FRIST TIME THIS HAPPEN I BROUGHT TO TIRES. *TR

Jun 25, 2011 Tires 118,653 mi

I HAVE BROUGHT A SET OF FOUR TIRE FROM FIRESTONE DOT NUMBER IS H Y C 6 38B 3896 DUR3M365182 P195/65R15 SO THE TIRES START WHAT DO I DO ABOUT THIS TO COME A PART THE FRIST TIME THIS HAPPEN I BROUGHT TO TIRES. *TR

Jun 20, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A STRONG FUEL ODOR. THE FUEL CAP WAS REPLACED BUT THE ODOR PERSISTED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED AN EVAPORATION LEAK COD...

Jun 20, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A STRONG FUEL ODOR. THE FUEL CAP WAS REPLACED BUT THE ODOR PERSISTED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED AN EVAPORATION LEAK COD...

Oct 12, 2010 Air Bags 189,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS HAD DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 189,000. UPDATED 02/01/118 LJ THE CONSUMER AND HER PAS...

Oct 12, 2010 Air Bags 189,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS HAD DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 189,000. UPDATED 02/01/118 LJ THE CONSUMER AND HER PAS...

Jan 12, 2010 Electrical System 132,000 mi

THE PASSLOCK ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM IN MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT IS A FAILED PIECE OF JUNK THAT NEVER SHOULD HAVE BEEN PUT INTO ANY VEHICLE. GM SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CORRECTING THIS SITUATION AS MANY, MANY INDIVIDUALS ARE SPENDING TOO MUCH MONEY NOT HAVING THIS SITUATION FIXED. MOST MECHANICS ARE...

Jan 12, 2010 Electrical System 132,000 mi

THE PASSLOCK ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM IN MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT IS A FAILED PIECE OF JUNK THAT NEVER SHOULD HAVE BEEN PUT INTO ANY VEHICLE. GM SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CORRECTING THIS SITUATION AS MANY, MANY INDIVIDUALS ARE SPENDING TOO MUCH MONEY NOT HAVING THIS SITUATION FIXED. MOST MECHANICS ARE...

Nov 13, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 92,000 mi

COOLANT LEVELS IN RESERVE TANK ALWAYS WOULD DROP BELOW MINIMUM LEVELS, AND WE WOULD CONTINUE TO ADD COOLANT. LAST OIL CHANGE IN JUNE 2009 REVIEW NO PROBLEM. NOVEMBER 2009, WHILE SON WAS DRIVING HOME FROM COLLEGE (APPROXIMATELY 80 MILES) CAR BEGAN TO OVERHEAT WITH TEMP GAUGE READING IN THE RED. H...

Nov 13, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 92,000 mi

COOLANT LEVELS IN RESERVE TANK ALWAYS WOULD DROP BELOW MINIMUM LEVELS, AND WE WOULD CONTINUE TO ADD COOLANT. LAST OIL CHANGE IN JUNE 2009 REVIEW NO PROBLEM. NOVEMBER 2009, WHILE SON WAS DRIVING HOME FROM COLLEGE (APPROXIMATELY 80 MILES) CAR BEGAN TO OVERHEAT WITH TEMP GAUGE READING IN THE RED. H...

Oct 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 23, 2008 Electrical System 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 23, 2008 Equipment 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 23, 2008 Electrical System 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 23, 2008 Equipment 50 mi

COOLING SYSTEM IS FAILING ALL THE TIME ON ALL PONTIACS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM INTAKE MANIFOLD BLOW 5 TIMES AT 50.00 MILES OIL MIXES WITH THE COOLANT AND ALL THE SMOKE FROM THAT GOES IN THE AIR IT IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND THAN THE CARS ARE JUNK SO THAN EVERYBODY WHO BUYS PONTIAC THEY ARE BUYING A LEMON ...

Oct 16, 2008 Air Bags 150,000 mi

1) FIREWALL BODY SEAM LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DUE TO RUST THROUGH. FILLS FLOORS BENEATH CARPETS WITH WATER. CAUSES AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SDM) UNDER PASSENGER'S SEAT TO FAIL DUE TO MOISTURE. ACTIVATES "AIR BAR" DASH LIGHT. GM HAS ISSUED A LETTER RELATED TO "FLOOD" CARS. IT GOES BEYON...

Oct 16, 2008 Structure 150,000 mi

1) FIREWALL BODY SEAM LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DUE TO RUST THROUGH. FILLS FLOORS BENEATH CARPETS WITH WATER. CAUSES AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SDM) UNDER PASSENGER'S SEAT TO FAIL DUE TO MOISTURE. ACTIVATES "AIR BAR" DASH LIGHT. GM HAS ISSUED A LETTER RELATED TO "FLOOD" CARS. IT GOES BEYON...

Oct 16, 2008 Air Bags 150,000 mi

1) FIREWALL BODY SEAM LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DUE TO RUST THROUGH. FILLS FLOORS BENEATH CARPETS WITH WATER. CAUSES AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SDM) UNDER PASSENGER'S SEAT TO FAIL DUE TO MOISTURE. ACTIVATES "AIR BAR" DASH LIGHT. GM HAS ISSUED A LETTER RELATED TO "FLOOD" CARS. IT GOES BEYON...

Oct 16, 2008 Structure 150,000 mi

1) FIREWALL BODY SEAM LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DUE TO RUST THROUGH. FILLS FLOORS BENEATH CARPETS WITH WATER. CAUSES AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SDM) UNDER PASSENGER'S SEAT TO FAIL DUE TO MOISTURE. ACTIVATES "AIR BAR" DASH LIGHT. GM HAS ISSUED A LETTER RELATED TO "FLOOD" CARS. IT GOES BEYON...

Aug 6, 2008 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1997 GRAND AM GT SINCE PURCHASING IT. I HAVE REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH THREE TIMES IN ONE YEAR, THE SERVICE COSTS ARE $900.00 IN TOTAL. I CAN'T UNDERSTAND HOW THE SAME THING KEEPS BREAKING EVERY 3 MONTHS. MY WINDOWS GET STUCK AND DON'T WANT TO ROLL UP, IT HAS P...

Aug 6, 2008 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1997 GRAND AM GT SINCE PURCHASING IT. I HAVE REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH THREE TIMES IN ONE YEAR, THE SERVICE COSTS ARE $900.00 IN TOTAL. I CAN'T UNDERSTAND HOW THE SAME THING KEEPS BREAKING EVERY 3 MONTHS. MY WINDOWS GET STUCK AND DON'T WANT TO ROLL UP, IT HAS P...

Jun 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

IGNITION WON'T TURN TO THE OFF POSITION. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY SO I DON'T DRAIN IT. I HAVE TO LEAVE MY KIDS IN THE HOT CAR WHILE I DO THIS. OR PAY $200 THAT I DON'T HAVE TO GET IT FIXED. I HAVE FOUND MANY OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD IT COULD BE THE SENSOR ON THE TR...

Jun 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

IGNITION WON'T TURN TO THE OFF POSITION. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY SO I DON'T DRAIN IT. I HAVE TO LEAVE MY KIDS IN THE HOT CAR WHILE I DO THIS. OR PAY $200 THAT I DON'T HAVE TO GET IT FIXED. I HAVE FOUND MANY OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD IT COULD BE THE SENSOR ON THE TR...

Jun 17, 2008 Air Bags 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BECAME COMPLETELY SATURATED WITH WATER. TWO YEARS LATER, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTICE ADVISING CONSUMERS THAT THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE COULD FAIL AND ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, CAUSING UNEXP...

Jun 17, 2008 Air Bags 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BECAME COMPLETELY SATURATED WITH WATER. TWO YEARS LATER, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTICE ADVISING CONSUMERS THAT THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE COULD FAIL AND ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, CAUSING UNEXP...

Apr 16, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT CONSTANTLY SMELLS ANTIFREEZE AND IT HAS LEAKED ONTO THE FRONT AND BACK FLOORS OF THE VEHICLE. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FLOORS WERE WET, BUT NEVER PAID ATTENTION TO IT UNTIL SHE REMOVED THE FLOORMATS AND SAW THE GREEN ANTIFREEZE. AS OF APRIL 16,...

Apr 16, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT CONSTANTLY SMELLS ANTIFREEZE AND IT HAS LEAKED ONTO THE FRONT AND BACK FLOORS OF THE VEHICLE. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FLOORS WERE WET, BUT NEVER PAID ATTENTION TO IT UNTIL SHE REMOVED THE FLOORMATS AND SAW THE GREEN ANTIFREEZE. AS OF APRIL 16,...

Mar 31, 2008 Steering 194,544 mi

PASSLOCK SYSTEM TURNED CAR OFF IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY HAD TO PUSH CAR TO SIDE OF ROAD WITH 100'S OF CARS PASSING ME AT 65 MPH (LIFE THREATENING) RESET PASSLOCK BUT HAS DONE THE SAME 4 TIMES. *TR

Mar 31, 2008 Steering 194,544 mi

PASSLOCK SYSTEM TURNED CAR OFF IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY HAD TO PUSH CAR TO SIDE OF ROAD WITH 100'S OF CARS PASSING ME AT 65 MPH (LIFE THREATENING) RESET PASSLOCK BUT HAS DONE THE SAME 4 TIMES. *TR

Mar 13, 2008 Electrical System 90,000 mi

THE ANTI-THEFT DEVICES ARE MALFUNCTIONING. THEY ARE OFTEN LEAVING CODES AND POPPING ON MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. *TR

Mar 13, 2008 Electrical System 90,000 mi

THE ANTI-THEFT DEVICES ARE MALFUNCTIONING. THEY ARE OFTEN LEAVING CODES AND POPPING ON MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. *TR

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Feb 12, 2008 Visibility Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Feb 12, 2008 Visibility Fire 128,728 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND ON THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP AND DOWN PROPERLY UNLESS CONTROLLED BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTROL SWTICH. THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AS WELL AND THE FUSES ARE CHARRED. THE VEHICL...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Dec 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

1) FRONT ABS BEGAN TO PULSATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN A SKID HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND BRAKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. 2) ABS WIRING HARNESS WAS FAULTY DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR FROM TURNING THE WHEEL 3) HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT ABS WIRING HARNESSES THIS BRA...

Oct 24, 2007 Tires Crash

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM TIRE BLEW CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND END UP IN A DITCH. *KB THE VEHICLE HAD DAMAGE TO THE REAR AXLE AND LEFT SIDE MIRROR. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT)*JB

Oct 24, 2007 Tires Crash

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM TIRE BLEW CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND END UP IN A DITCH. *KB THE VEHICLE HAD DAMAGE TO THE REAR AXLE AND LEFT SIDE MIRROR. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT)*JB

Oct 15, 2007 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AT A STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT H...

Oct 15, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AT A STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT H...

Oct 15, 2007 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AT A STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT H...

Oct 15, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AT A STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT H...

Aug 1, 2007 Electrical System

THE IGNITION KEY CONTINUES TO GET LOCK OR STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THIS REPRESENTS A SECONDARY SAFETY ISSUE IN THAT CAR HAS KEY IN THE IGNITION AT ALL TIMES. BATTERY COULD DRAIN LEAVING PASSENGERS AND DRIVERS STRANDED IN UNSAFE OR UNABLE TO REACT TO UNSAFE SITUATIONS (CRIMINAL PURSUERS, ASSAILANTS, ...

Aug 1, 2007 Electrical System

THE IGNITION KEY CONTINUES TO GET LOCK OR STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THIS REPRESENTS A SECONDARY SAFETY ISSUE IN THAT CAR HAS KEY IN THE IGNITION AT ALL TIMES. BATTERY COULD DRAIN LEAVING PASSENGERS AND DRIVERS STRANDED IN UNSAFE OR UNABLE TO REACT TO UNSAFE SITUATIONS (CRIMINAL PURSUERS, ASSAILANTS, ...

Jul 9, 2007 Electrical System Fire 102,715 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND SPARKS UNDERNEATH THE HOOD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE WIRE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, BUT DID NOT MAKE THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS EXCLUDED...

Jul 9, 2007 Electrical System Fire 102,715 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND SPARKS UNDERNEATH THE HOOD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE WIRE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, BUT DID NOT MAKE THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS EXCLUDED...

Mar 3, 2007 Electrical System

PASSLOCK SECURITY SYSTEM ON 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM DISABLES CAR'S ABILITY TO START. I HAVE HAD IGNITION SWITCH FIXED 2 TIMES ALREADY- THE LAST TIME BEING 2 YEARS AGO. AND THEY WANT ME TO REPLACE IT AGAIN! *JB

Mar 3, 2007 Electrical System

PASSLOCK SECURITY SYSTEM ON 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM DISABLES CAR'S ABILITY TO START. I HAVE HAD IGNITION SWITCH FIXED 2 TIMES ALREADY- THE LAST TIME BEING 2 YEARS AGO. AND THEY WANT ME TO REPLACE IT AGAIN! *JB

Dec 8, 2006 Air Bags 133,753 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER. THERE WAS A RECALL ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE FOR THE SAME YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL VEHICLE IN CANADA. TH...

Dec 8, 2006 Air Bags 133,753 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER. THERE WAS A RECALL ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE FOR THE SAME YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL VEHICLE IN CANADA. TH...

Sep 25, 2006 Suspension 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Visibility 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Electrical System 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Seats 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Structure 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Equipment 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Suspension 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Visibility 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Electrical System 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Seats 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Structure 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Sep 25, 2006 Equipment 2,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR NEW AT END OF 97 MODEL YEAR. WITHIN FIRST SIX MONTHS RETURNED CAR SIX TIMES DUE TO DEFECTIVE SWAY BAR BUSHINGS. PROBLEM HAS NEVER BEEN CORRECTED. CAR CLUNKS AS IT IS EITHER TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT OR TRAVELS (SLOWLY) OVER SPEED BUMPS. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCED PAINT PEELING FROM OUTSID...

Aug 31, 2006 Electrical System 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 31, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 31, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 31, 2006 Electrical System 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 31, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 31, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,498 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MURPHY MOTORS, DEALERSHIP HERE IN MY HOME TOWN. TOOK TO THEM DUE TO FACT MY HEAT GAUGE KEPT RISING AND I DIDN'T WANT TO RUN CAR HOT ;WENT TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT HE PUT THE CAR ON THE CODE MACHINE AND RAN IT. SAID CODE POPPED UP TRANSMISSION. I DIDN'T TAK...

Aug 28, 2006 Electrical System

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Visibility

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Suspension

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Electrical System

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Visibility

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Aug 28, 2006 Suspension

NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM FOR REPAIRS/ REPLACEMENTS OF PARTS. DOOR WINDOWS DO NOT FUNCTION, MOTOR HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY FORMER OWNER, WE HAVE REPAIRED MOTORS ON DOOR WINDOWS SEVERAL TIMES ON OUR OWN, WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP AND DOWN AT ALL, COST TO REPAIR AT MECHANIC...

Jun 23, 2006 Electrical System

SEPT. 2005 MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM WOULDN'T START. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS COMPLETELY LOCKED. COULDN'T GET THE KEY INTO THE SWITCH,TRIED TO SHAKE STEERING WHEEL AND TRIED BANGING ON THE SWITCH AND TRIED FORCING THE KEY IN, BUT NOTHING WORKED. HAD TO TAKE COVER OFF UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL AND PUSH...

Jun 23, 2006 Electrical System

SEPT. 2005 MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM WOULDN'T START. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS COMPLETELY LOCKED. COULDN'T GET THE KEY INTO THE SWITCH,TRIED TO SHAKE STEERING WHEEL AND TRIED BANGING ON THE SWITCH AND TRIED FORCING THE KEY IN, BUT NOTHING WORKED. HAD TO TAKE COVER OFF UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL AND PUSH...

May 29, 2006 Electrical System 88,800 mi

PASSLOCK SECURITY SYSTEM ON 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO START THE CAR AT ALL. *JB

May 29, 2006 Electrical System 88,800 mi

PASSLOCK SECURITY SYSTEM ON 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO START THE CAR AT ALL. *JB

Apr 6, 2006 Electrical System 127,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION IN THE AUXILIARY POSITION. THE CAR HAS TO BE STARTED AND TURNED OFF MANY TIMES UNTIL THE KEY WILL FINALLY MOVE TO THE CORRECT POSITION TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. *JB

Apr 6, 2006 Electrical System 127,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION IN THE AUXILIARY POSITION. THE CAR HAS TO BE STARTED AND TURNED OFF MANY TIMES UNTIL THE KEY WILL FINALLY MOVE TO THE CORRECT POSITION TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. *JB

Mar 31, 2006 Visibility 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Mar 31, 2006 Equipment 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Mar 31, 2006 Structure 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Mar 31, 2006 Visibility 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Mar 31, 2006 Equipment 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Mar 31, 2006 Structure 85,000 mi

IN 2001, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOTOR DOES NOT OPERATE ANYMORE. REPLACED IT. ($150). IN 2003, DRIVER WINDOW MOTOR AND PASSENGER AND REAR PASSENGER MOTOR DIES ONCE AGAIN. REPLACED ALL MOTORS, NOW THEY ARE DEAD AGAIN. ESPECIALLY WHEN MY AC DOES NOT WORK EITHER. IN 2004, HEATER CORE AND WATER PUMP BROKEN. ...

Jan 19, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 154,000 mi

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WARPED AND COOLANT LEAKED. THIS IS THE SECOND GM 3.1 L ENGINE WHICH HAS HAD TO HAVE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD REPLACED. ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE WATER PUMP AT THE SAME TIME. ADDITIONALLY THE ALTERNATOR HAS BEEN REPLACED (AGAIN IN BOTH GM 3.1 L'S I'VE HAD). THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GAS...

Jan 19, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 154,000 mi

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WARPED AND COOLANT LEAKED. THIS IS THE SECOND GM 3.1 L ENGINE WHICH HAS HAD TO HAVE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD REPLACED. ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE WATER PUMP AT THE SAME TIME. ADDITIONALLY THE ALTERNATOR HAS BEEN REPLACED (AGAIN IN BOTH GM 3.1 L'S I'VE HAD). THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GAS...

Sep 26, 2005 Seat Belts

DT: 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONSUMER CANNOT LATCH SEAT BELT ON DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONSUMER HAS NOT YET CONTACTED THE DEALER. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SEAT BELT PROBLEM 8 MONTHS AGO. SEAT BELT WILL NOT GO INTO THE BUCKLE. *AK

Sep 26, 2005 Seat Belts

DT: 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONSUMER CANNOT LATCH SEAT BELT ON DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONSUMER HAS NOT YET CONTACTED THE DEALER. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SEAT BELT PROBLEM 8 MONTHS AGO. SEAT BELT WILL NOT GO INTO THE BUCKLE. *AK

Aug 2, 2005 Electrical System 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Power Train 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Visibility 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Air Bags 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Equipment 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Electrical System 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Power Train 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Visibility 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Air Bags 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Aug 2, 2005 Equipment 74,000 mi

THIS IS THE WORST CAR (LEMON) I HAVE EVER HAD. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER SHIP CALLED NEW CAR ALTERNATIVE IN LIVONIA MI. I AM NOW ON MY THIRD ENGINE IN THE CAR. THE FIRST 2 FAILED DUE TO THE HEAD GASKETS BLOWING AND ANTI-FREEZE WAS MIXING WITH OIL IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. ...

Apr 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. *MR THIS MAINLY OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AND DRIVEN AFTER BEING PARKED. *NM

Apr 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. *MR THIS MAINLY OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AND DRIVEN AFTER BEING PARKED. *NM

Apr 4, 2005 Electrical System 60,094 mi

RECALL 02V070000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. IGNITION SWITCH WIRING MELTED. DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED.*AK

Apr 4, 2005 Electrical System 60,094 mi

RECALL 02V070000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. IGNITION SWITCH WIRING MELTED. DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED.*AK

Mar 10, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,997 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ONE DAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO MAKE A FUNNY NOISE, AND WHEN I SHUT IT OFF. TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC , THEY TOLD ME IT WAS THE CONNECTING ROD. I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE BECAUSE IT IS CHEAPER TO PUT AN ENGINE IN RATHER THEN REBUILD THE ONE I HAVE. THE ENGINE IS STILL...

Mar 10, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,997 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ONE DAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO MAKE A FUNNY NOISE, AND WHEN I SHUT IT OFF. TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC , THEY TOLD ME IT WAS THE CONNECTING ROD. I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE BECAUSE IT IS CHEAPER TO PUT AN ENGINE IN RATHER THEN REBUILD THE ONE I HAVE. THE ENGINE IS STILL...

Feb 19, 2005 Air Bags Crash 137,000 mi

MINOR COLLISION, FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED RIPPING THE ENTIRE DASH INSIDE THE CAR. *AK

Feb 19, 2005 Air Bags Crash 137,000 mi

MINOR COLLISION, FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED RIPPING THE ENTIRE DASH INSIDE THE CAR. *AK

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM HAS NEVER SEEMED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED AND ALSO REPLACED AND STILL BRAKES DO NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. WHEN BRAKING AT 70 MPH A FEELING OF BRAKING AND NON-BRAKING ALTERNATELY CAN BE N...

Jan 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL CAMPAIGN; RECALL INSTALL PINION BEARING KIT, PERFORM RECALL 99091 REPLACED WIPER ARM, DEFLECTOR, BARRIER KIT. REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER AND REPLACED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR. *BF WHEN GOING THE SPEED LIMIT AND WHEN THE CONSUMER REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD CUT OUT. *...

Jan 7, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL CAMPAIGN; RECALL INSTALL PINION BEARING KIT, PERFORM RECALL 99091 REPLACED WIPER ARM, DEFLECTOR, BARRIER KIT. REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER AND REPLACED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR. *BF WHEN GOING THE SPEED LIMIT AND WHEN THE CONSUMER REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD CUT OUT. *...

Jan 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL CAMPAIGN; RECALL INSTALL PINION BEARING KIT, PERFORM RECALL 99091 REPLACED WIPER ARM, DEFLECTOR, BARRIER KIT. REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER AND REPLACED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR. *BF WHEN GOING THE SPEED LIMIT AND WHEN THE CONSUMER REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD CUT OUT. *...

Jan 7, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL CAMPAIGN; RECALL INSTALL PINION BEARING KIT, PERFORM RECALL 99091 REPLACED WIPER ARM, DEFLECTOR, BARRIER KIT. REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER AND REPLACED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR. *BF WHEN GOING THE SPEED LIMIT AND WHEN THE CONSUMER REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD CUT OUT. *...

Dec 9, 2004 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Dec 9, 2004 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Dec 3, 2004 Steering 100,000 mi

DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR STEERING RECALL FOR THE BEARING GEAR AS STATED ON THE RECALL NOTICE. *AK

Dec 3, 2004 Steering 100,000 mi

DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR STEERING RECALL FOR THE BEARING GEAR AS STATED ON THE RECALL NOTICE. *AK

Oct 29, 2004 Air Bags Crash

PONTIAC GRAND AM 1997, FATAL ACCIDENT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, ON EITHER SIDE. *BF THE DRIVER WAS KILLED AND THE PASSENGER WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED. *JB

Oct 29, 2004 Air Bags Crash

PONTIAC GRAND AM 1997, FATAL ACCIDENT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, ON EITHER SIDE. *BF THE DRIVER WAS KILLED AND THE PASSENGER WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED. *JB

Sep 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 133,000 mi

ANTIFREEZE WAS LEAKING INTO THE CORE. BRAKES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES LAST YEAR.*AK

Sep 20, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 133,000 mi

ANTIFREEZE WAS LEAKING INTO THE CORE. BRAKES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES LAST YEAR.*AK

Sep 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 133,000 mi

ANTIFREEZE WAS LEAKING INTO THE CORE. BRAKES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES LAST YEAR.*AK

Sep 20, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 133,000 mi

ANTIFREEZE WAS LEAKING INTO THE CORE. BRAKES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES LAST YEAR.*AK

Sep 13, 2004 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN NHTSA RECALL 02V70000. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE STAR POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWI...

Sep 13, 2004 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN NHTSA RECALL 02V70000. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE STAR POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWI...

Aug 27, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 122,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE LEAKAGE IN THE FUEL TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED. *AK

Aug 27, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 122,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE LEAKAGE IN THE FUEL TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED. *AK

Aug 12, 2004 Electrical System 110,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD COMPONENTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE VEHICLE ON AND OFF BUT THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS STAYED ILLUMINATED. WITHIN SECONDS OF THIS, SMOKE STARTED COMING FORM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. THE IG...

Aug 12, 2004 Electrical System 110,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD COMPONENTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE VEHICLE ON AND OFF BUT THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS STAYED ILLUMINATED. WITHIN SECONDS OF THIS, SMOKE STARTED COMING FORM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. THE IG...

Jul 27, 2004 Electrical System 121,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND AUXILLARY LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THE LOCKSMITH ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT AND I HAVE TO KEEP HAVING HIM COME OUT; LOOKS LIKE A REPLACEMENT CORE IS NEEDED, THEE IS NOT A CHEAP WAY OUTOF THIS. THE BAKE PADS WEAR DOWN VERY QUICKLY. IT SEEMS THAT A BOLT ON THE CALIPER IS NOT E...

Jul 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Air 121,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND AUXILLARY LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THE LOCKSMITH ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT AND I HAVE TO KEEP HAVING HIM COME OUT; LOOKS LIKE A REPLACEMENT CORE IS NEEDED, THEE IS NOT A CHEAP WAY OUTOF THIS. THE BAKE PADS WEAR DOWN VERY QUICKLY. IT SEEMS THAT A BOLT ON THE CALIPER IS NOT E...

Jul 27, 2004 Electrical System 121,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND AUXILLARY LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THE LOCKSMITH ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT AND I HAVE TO KEEP HAVING HIM COME OUT; LOOKS LIKE A REPLACEMENT CORE IS NEEDED, THEE IS NOT A CHEAP WAY OUTOF THIS. THE BAKE PADS WEAR DOWN VERY QUICKLY. IT SEEMS THAT A BOLT ON THE CALIPER IS NOT E...

Jul 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Air 121,000 mi

THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND AUXILLARY LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THE LOCKSMITH ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT AND I HAVE TO KEEP HAVING HIM COME OUT; LOOKS LIKE A REPLACEMENT CORE IS NEEDED, THEE IS NOT A CHEAP WAY OUTOF THIS. THE BAKE PADS WEAR DOWN VERY QUICKLY. IT SEEMS THAT A BOLT ON THE CALIPER IS NOT E...

Jun 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Jun 8, 2004 Power Train 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Jun 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Jun 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Jun 8, 2004 Power Train 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Jun 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. CONSUMER HEARD SOUNDS AS IF SOME ONE HAD DROPPED MARBLES IN THE ENGINE. SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND FOUND THAT THE TIMING CHAIN WAS DEFECTIVE. ALSO, CONSUMER HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION, AND ABS SYS...

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension Crash 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 7 MPH FRONT DRIVER SIDE SUPPORT BRACKET SNAPPED. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension Crash 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 7 MPH FRONT DRIVER SIDE SUPPORT BRACKET SNAPPED. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 20, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 56,000 mi

ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHEN CONSUMER DEPRESSED THE GAS PEDAL IT GOT STUCK. WHEN THIS OCCURRED VEHICLE REVVED. CONSUMER THEN PUT VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL, AND RPMS WENT UP TO 5. THEN PUT VEHICLE BACK IN DRIVE AND PEDAL DID NOT STICK. *AK *NM

Apr 20, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 56,000 mi

ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHEN CONSUMER DEPRESSED THE GAS PEDAL IT GOT STUCK. WHEN THIS OCCURRED VEHICLE REVVED. CONSUMER THEN PUT VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL, AND RPMS WENT UP TO 5. THEN PUT VEHICLE BACK IN DRIVE AND PEDAL DID NOT STICK. *AK *NM

Apr 13, 2004 Electrical System

CAR IS A 1997 GRAND AM SE WITH 2.4L ENGINE AN AUTOMATIC TRANS WITH 90,000 MILES. IGNITION KEY GETS STUCK IN CAR AND WON'T COME OUT UNLESS CAR IS SHIFTED FROM NUETRAL TO PARK SEVERAL TIMES AND KEY IS CYCLED IN IGNITION. BATTERY'S AND ALTERNATORS LAST ONLY 1 YEAR. WATER PUMP FAILS AT 43,OOO MIL...

Apr 13, 2004 Electrical System

CAR IS A 1997 GRAND AM SE WITH 2.4L ENGINE AN AUTOMATIC TRANS WITH 90,000 MILES. IGNITION KEY GETS STUCK IN CAR AND WON'T COME OUT UNLESS CAR IS SHIFTED FROM NUETRAL TO PARK SEVERAL TIMES AND KEY IS CYCLED IN IGNITION. BATTERY'S AND ALTERNATORS LAST ONLY 1 YEAR. WATER PUMP FAILS AT 43,OOO MIL...

Apr 8, 2004 Visibility 45,000 mi

IT WAS HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO ROLL UP/DOWN THE FRONT POWER WINDOWS. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK BOTH FRONT SEAT WINDOWS REQUIRE 10-20 SHORT MOVES IN ORDER TO CLOSE AFTER BEING OPENED. *SC

Apr 8, 2004 Visibility 45,000 mi

IT WAS HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO ROLL UP/DOWN THE FRONT POWER WINDOWS. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK BOTH FRONT SEAT WINDOWS REQUIRE 10-20 SHORT MOVES IN ORDER TO CLOSE AFTER BEING OPENED. *SC

Mar 27, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

1ST. MY RECALL (NHTSA#02V070/GM #02008) STARTED MARCH 2002 AND WE JUST NOW RECEIVED THE LETTER IN MARCH 2004. AND MY VEHICLE DID EVERYTHING THE LETTER SAID IT WOULD DO EXCEPT, THEY'RE WAS NOT A FIRE BUT TRYING TO START IT CAUSED IT TO JUMP TIME --CAUSUNG A HOLE IN THE PISTON AND BROKE VALVE!!MUCH BI...

Mar 27, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

1ST. MY RECALL (NHTSA#02V070/GM #02008) STARTED MARCH 2002 AND WE JUST NOW RECEIVED THE LETTER IN MARCH 2004. AND MY VEHICLE DID EVERYTHING THE LETTER SAID IT WOULD DO EXCEPT, THEY'RE WAS NOT A FIRE BUT TRYING TO START IT CAUSED IT TO JUMP TIME --CAUSUNG A HOLE IN THE PISTON AND BROKE VALVE!!MUCH BI...

Mar 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Air Bags Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Electrical System Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Electrical System Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Wheels Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Air Bags Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Electrical System Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Electrical System Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Mar 13, 2004 Wheels Crash 39,000 mi

97 GRAND AM 4CYL PUR NEW 5/97 SERIES OF PROBLEMS.GT VERSION BUT DRIVEN CAUTIOUSLY BY 40 YEAR OLDS.AT 2 YEARS AND 39,000 MILES WATER PUMP FAILS.IS UNDER CAR AND IS 600.00 DOL TO REPLACE!NOBODY SHOULD BUY THE 4 CYLINDER WHEN AN ITEM PRONE TO FAILURE LIKE A WATER PUMP CANT BE ACCESSED WITHOUT REMOVING ...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 97,000 mi

THE MOTORS ON THE WINDOWS GO OUT AROUND 97K MILES. MY DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT A MONTH AGO. MY RIGHT, FRONT WINDOW IS ABOUT TO GO OUT, AND MY BACK RIGHT WINDOW WENT OUT TODAY. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FAULTY WINDOW MOTORS WITH THIS MODEL. THE TOTAL COST OUT OF MY POCKET FOR THIS INCIDEN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

THE MOTORS ON THE WINDOWS GO OUT AROUND 97K MILES. MY DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT A MONTH AGO. MY RIGHT, FRONT WINDOW IS ABOUT TO GO OUT, AND MY BACK RIGHT WINDOW WENT OUT TODAY. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FAULTY WINDOW MOTORS WITH THIS MODEL. THE TOTAL COST OUT OF MY POCKET FOR THIS INCIDEN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 49,000 mi

MY SON'S GRAND AM DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AFTER THE CAR WAS DRIVEN THROUGH A PUDDLE HIDING A POT HOLE. HE SUSTAINED BURNS ON HIS RIGHT ARM AND HAD TO STOP THE CAR AND EXIT IN ORDER TO STOP COUGHING FROM THE AIRBAG POWDER. PONTIAC CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS CONTACTED, INFORMED ABOUT THE INCIDENT, D...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 97,000 mi

THE MOTORS ON THE WINDOWS GO OUT AROUND 97K MILES. MY DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT A MONTH AGO. MY RIGHT, FRONT WINDOW IS ABOUT TO GO OUT, AND MY BACK RIGHT WINDOW WENT OUT TODAY. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FAULTY WINDOW MOTORS WITH THIS MODEL. THE TOTAL COST OUT OF MY POCKET FOR THIS INCIDEN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

THE MOTORS ON THE WINDOWS GO OUT AROUND 97K MILES. MY DRIVERS WINDOW WENT OUT A MONTH AGO. MY RIGHT, FRONT WINDOW IS ABOUT TO GO OUT, AND MY BACK RIGHT WINDOW WENT OUT TODAY. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FAULTY WINDOW MOTORS WITH THIS MODEL. THE TOTAL COST OUT OF MY POCKET FOR THIS INCIDEN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 85,000 mi

WHEN YOU RUN THE AIR, THE CAR STALLS AND WON'T START ANYWHERE FROM ONE HOUR TO THREE OR FOUR POSSIBLY THE NEXT DAY. THE HORN WORKS SOMETIMES, THE RAIDIO WORKS SOMETIMES AS DOES THE DISPAY, THE VOLUME GOES UP AND DOWN. THE FUEL SYSTEMS SHUTS DOWN ALONG WITH THE CAR WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. THE PO...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 49,000 mi

MY SON'S GRAND AM DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AFTER THE CAR WAS DRIVEN THROUGH A PUDDLE HIDING A POT HOLE. HE SUSTAINED BURNS ON HIS RIGHT ARM AND HAD TO STOP THE CAR AND EXIT IN ORDER TO STOP COUGHING FROM THE AIRBAG POWDER. PONTIAC CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS CONTACTED, INFORMED ABOUT THE INCIDENT, D...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,000 mi

LEFT SIDE STEERING COLUM PIN FELL OUT STEERING WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF DASH

Jan 2, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,250 mi

ENGINE FAILED.HIS CAR HAS 58250 MILES. MY DAUGHTER CALLED ME AT WORK TO INFORM ME THAT SOMETHING IS MAKING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF THE CAR, BUT IT GOES AWAY ONCE YOU EXCEED 20MPH. AFTER DINNER I PUP THE HOOD OPEN AND TRY TO START THE CAR. I DISCOVER THAT NOISE DURING STARTUP WAS NOT NORMAL, AND CAR HA...

Jan 2, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,250 mi

ENGINE FAILED.HIS CAR HAS 58250 MILES. MY DAUGHTER CALLED ME AT WORK TO INFORM ME THAT SOMETHING IS MAKING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF THE CAR, BUT IT GOES AWAY ONCE YOU EXCEED 20MPH. AFTER DINNER I PUP THE HOOD OPEN AND TRY TO START THE CAR. I DISCOVER THAT NOISE DURING STARTUP WAS NOT NORMAL, AND CAR HA...

Dec 21, 2003 Air Bags 47,113 mi

BOTH FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES APART. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR ANY WARNING OF POSSIBLE CAR PROBLEMS BEFORE OR AFTER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PASSENGER SIDE DEPLOYED AROUND 7:30 WHILE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND DRIVERS SIDE DEPLOYED AROUND 7:40 WHILE PULLING OUT OF A BUSINESS PARKING LOT...

Dec 21, 2003 Air Bags 47,113 mi

BOTH FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES APART. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR ANY WARNING OF POSSIBLE CAR PROBLEMS BEFORE OR AFTER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PASSENGER SIDE DEPLOYED AROUND 7:30 WHILE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND DRIVERS SIDE DEPLOYED AROUND 7:40 WHILE PULLING OUT OF A BUSINESS PARKING LOT...

Dec 12, 2003 Structure 56,000 mi

CAR HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, WAXED AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. WHEN WAXING FOUND PAINT WAS PEELING ON ENGINE HOOD ALONG THE SIDE THAT GOES DOWN INTO THE ENGINE.*AK

Dec 12, 2003 Structure 56,000 mi

CAR HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, WAXED AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. WHEN WAXING FOUND PAINT WAS PEELING ON ENGINE HOOD ALONG THE SIDE THAT GOES DOWN INTO THE ENGINE.*AK

Nov 12, 2003 Tires

PROBLEMS WITH GOODYEAR TIRE EQUIPMENT ON 1997 A PONTIAC GRAND AM.*MR THE VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE TIRES, ONE OF THE TIRES EXPERIENCED A FLAT AND THE LOCAL TIRE SHOP RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF ALL FOUR TIRES, GOODYEAR INTEGRITY XNW9608B TIRES WERE CHOSEN, AFTER ABOUT 100 MILES OF DRIVI...

Nov 12, 2003 Tires

PROBLEMS WITH GOODYEAR TIRE EQUIPMENT ON 1997 A PONTIAC GRAND AM.*MR THE VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE TIRES, ONE OF THE TIRES EXPERIENCED A FLAT AND THE LOCAL TIRE SHOP RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF ALL FOUR TIRES, GOODYEAR INTEGRITY XNW9608B TIRES WERE CHOSEN, AFTER ABOUT 100 MILES OF DRIVI...

Oct 29, 2003 Power Train 82,500 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION DUE TO SEVERE SLIPPAGE 2ND TO 3RD GEAR. 82000 MILES ON IT. DRIVERS POWER WINDOW SYSTEM NEEDED REPAIRED. PASS FRONT INOP. RADIO KNOW IS SCREWED UP.*AK

Oct 29, 2003 Power Train 82,500 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION DUE TO SEVERE SLIPPAGE 2ND TO 3RD GEAR. 82000 MILES ON IT. DRIVERS POWER WINDOW SYSTEM NEEDED REPAIRED. PASS FRONT INOP. RADIO KNOW IS SCREWED UP.*AK

Oct 21, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

SERPENTINE BELT WAS OFF PULLEYS CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH STEERING.*MR THE VEHICLE STEAMED OVER AND DEX COOL BOILED OUT. *PH

Oct 21, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

SERPENTINE BELT WAS OFF PULLEYS CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH STEERING.*MR THE VEHICLE STEAMED OVER AND DEX COOL BOILED OUT. *PH

Oct 20, 2003 Air Bags 49,183 mi

WHILE DRIVING 25-35 MPH THE CONSUMER'S SON DROVE THROUGH WHAT WAS THOUGHT TO BE A PUDDLE, BUT WAS ACTUALLY A POT HOLE. THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED CAUSING ABRASIONS ON THE DRIVER'S ARMS. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE INFORMED. THE DEALER FOUND NO CAUSE FOR THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. *AK ...

Oct 20, 2003 Air Bags 49,183 mi

WHILE DRIVING 25-35 MPH THE CONSUMER'S SON DROVE THROUGH WHAT WAS THOUGHT TO BE A PUDDLE, BUT WAS ACTUALLY A POT HOLE. THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED CAUSING ABRASIONS ON THE DRIVER'S ARMS. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE INFORMED. THE DEALER FOUND NO CAUSE FOR THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. *AK ...

Oct 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Oct 16, 2003 Air Bags 150,000 mi

AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE BECAME SATURATED BY WATER CAUSING IT TO FAIL. I REPLACED IT AT MY OWN EXPENSE BUT I NOW UNDERSTAND THIS PROBLEM IS KNOWN BY GM. *LA

Oct 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Oct 16, 2003 Air Bags 150,000 mi

AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE BECAME SATURATED BY WATER CAUSING IT TO FAIL. I REPLACED IT AT MY OWN EXPENSE BUT I NOW UNDERSTAND THIS PROBLEM IS KNOWN BY GM. *LA

Oct 12, 2003 Visibility 31,982 mi

FRONT PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC WINDOWS OPENED AND CLOSED VERY SLOWLY. THE REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER WINDOWS DID NOT OPEN AT ALL BECAUSE THE MOTOR FAILED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE FRONT WINDOWS ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING MOTOR FAILURE. *AK *PH *NLM

Oct 12, 2003 Visibility 31,982 mi

FRONT PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC WINDOWS OPENED AND CLOSED VERY SLOWLY. THE REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER WINDOWS DID NOT OPEN AT ALL BECAUSE THE MOTOR FAILED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE FRONT WINDOWS ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING MOTOR FAILURE. *AK *PH *NLM

Sep 29, 2003 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02-V-070-000: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS. CONSUMER HAS THE SAME ...

Sep 29, 2003 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02-V-070-000: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS. CONSUMER HAS THE SAME ...

Sep 24, 2003 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATED AFTER TRAVELING 25 MPH OVER A POTHOLE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION. *AK

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM - POWER WINDOWS - MOTORS BOTH LEFT DRIVERS SIDE AND RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE. WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. ONCE THE MOTORS COOL DOWN THE WINDOWS CAN ONLY BE RAISED .5 INCH EVERY 5 MINUTES. THERE IS NO SEALANT OR GASKET TO PREVENT MOISTURE TO THE MOTOR WHICH CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL ...

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM - POWER WINDOWS - MOTORS BOTH LEFT DRIVERS SIDE AND RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE. WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. ONCE THE MOTORS COOL DOWN THE WINDOWS CAN ONLY BE RAISED .5 INCH EVERY 5 MINUTES. THERE IS NO SEALANT OR GASKET TO PREVENT MOISTURE TO THE MOTOR WHICH CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL ...

Sep 24, 2003 Air Bags

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Structure

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Equipment

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATED AFTER TRAVELING 25 MPH OVER A POTHOLE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION. *AK

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM - POWER WINDOWS - MOTORS BOTH LEFT DRIVERS SIDE AND RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE. WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. ONCE THE MOTORS COOL DOWN THE WINDOWS CAN ONLY BE RAISED .5 INCH EVERY 5 MINUTES. THERE IS NO SEALANT OR GASKET TO PREVENT MOISTURE TO THE MOTOR WHICH CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL ...

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM - POWER WINDOWS - MOTORS BOTH LEFT DRIVERS SIDE AND RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE. WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP OR DOWN. ONCE THE MOTORS COOL DOWN THE WINDOWS CAN ONLY BE RAISED .5 INCH EVERY 5 MINUTES. THERE IS NO SEALANT OR GASKET TO PREVENT MOISTURE TO THE MOTOR WHICH CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL ...

Sep 24, 2003 Air Bags

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Electrical System

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Structure

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 24, 2003 Equipment

AIR BAG EQUIPMENT INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED.*MR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, BOTH OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WITH NO APPARENT REASON. AS RESULT THE DASH WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART, THE PLASTIC MOLDING OF THE CD PLAYER HAD BLOWN OFF, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR APPEARED TO BE SPRUNG, BUT THERE WA...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Suspension 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Visibility 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Steering 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Seat Belts 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Equipment 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM NEVER NOTIFIED REGARDING ANY RECALLS THAT HAVE OCCURRED AS IT RELATES TO MY VEHICLE. I HAPPEN TO BE HAVING MY CAR SERVICED AND THEN FIND OUT THAT SEVERAL MONTHS TO YEARS HAVE PASTED AND THERE WAS A RECALL. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY? I AM TOLD MY GM THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE NOTIFICATION...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Suspension 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Visibility 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Steering 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Seat Belts 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Equipment 113,000 mi

WHEN A TURN WAS MADE, THE STEERING WHEEL PRODUCED A LOUD RUBBING NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WERE HIGH IDLE PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND THE POWER LOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD STARTED TO RUN ROUGH, THE ALTERNATOR LIGHT HAD COME ON AND T...

Sep 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM NEVER NOTIFIED REGARDING ANY RECALLS THAT HAVE OCCURRED AS IT RELATES TO MY VEHICLE. I HAPPEN TO BE HAVING MY CAR SERVICED AND THEN FIND OUT THAT SEVERAL MONTHS TO YEARS HAVE PASTED AND THERE WAS A RECALL. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY? I AM TOLD MY GM THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE NOTIFICATION...

Aug 26, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT IGNITION SWITCH PROBLEMS. DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS CALL. IGNITION SWICTH HAD BEEN REPLACED ONCE, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, VEHICLE WILL NOT START. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT IGNITION SWITCH PROBLEMS. DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS CALL. IGNITION SWICTH HAD BEEN REPLACED ONCE, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, VEHICLE WILL NOT START. *AK

Aug 13, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V070000 FOR IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START ONE EVENING. CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REMEDY. DEALER STATED THAT IGNITION CYLINDER AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND PROBLEM WAS NOT WITH IGNITION SWITCH. CONSUMER BELIEVESPROBLEM WAS WITH SWITCH...

Aug 13, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V070000 FOR IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START ONE EVENING. CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REMEDY. DEALER STATED THAT IGNITION CYLINDER AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND PROBLEM WAS NOT WITH IGNITION SWITCH. CONSUMER BELIEVESPROBLEM WAS WITH SWITCH...

Aug 13, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V070000 FOR IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START ONE EVENING. CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REMEDY. DEALER STATED THAT IGNITION CYLINDER AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND PROBLEM WAS NOT WITH IGNITION SWITCH. CONSUMER BELIEVESPROBLEM WAS WITH SWITCH...

Aug 13, 2003 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V070000 FOR IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START ONE EVENING. CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REMEDY. DEALER STATED THAT IGNITION CYLINDER AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND PROBLEM WAS NOT WITH IGNITION SWITCH. CONSUMER BELIEVESPROBLEM WAS WITH SWITCH...

Jul 18, 2003 Electrical System 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jul 18, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jul 18, 2003 Electrical System 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jul 18, 2003 Electrical System 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jul 18, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jul 18, 2003 Electrical System 87,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE CAR A "CLICKING" SOUND OCCURRED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, AND ALL WAS WELL FOR A WEEK. THEN, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES FLASHED BACK AND FORTH ,AND THE CAR STOPPED. WOULD NOT RESTA...

Jun 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,283 mi

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAKED DAMAGING THE ENGINE. *TT

Jun 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,283 mi

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAKED DAMAGING THE ENGINE. *TT

May 20, 2003 Air Bags

DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MALFUNCTIONED IN 97 GRAND AM TRAVELING AT APPROX. 5MPH NO IMPACT OR ACCIDENT OCCURRED. AIRBAG JUST DEPLOYED RESULTING IN WHIPLASH, CERVICAL SPINE CURVATURE, SEVERE HEADACHES, DIZZINESS, SHORT TERM MEMORY LOSS, 2 SPRAINED FINGERS, RINGING IN LEFT EAR, BROKEN 1CT ENGAGEMENT RING, PH...

May 20, 2003 Air Bags

DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MALFUNCTIONED IN 97 GRAND AM TRAVELING AT APPROX. 5MPH NO IMPACT OR ACCIDENT OCCURRED. AIRBAG JUST DEPLOYED RESULTING IN WHIPLASH, CERVICAL SPINE CURVATURE, SEVERE HEADACHES, DIZZINESS, SHORT TERM MEMORY LOSS, 2 SPRAINED FINGERS, RINGING IN LEFT EAR, BROKEN 1CT ENGAGEMENT RING, PH...

May 5, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE STEERING FAILED. *NLM

May 5, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE STEERING FAILED. *NLM

Apr 18, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ACCELLERATE AND SHUT DOWN. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Apr 18, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ACCELLERATE AND SHUT DOWN. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Apr 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,124 mi

WHILE DRIVING A STRONG ODOR OF CHEMICAL FUMES COULD BE SMELLED INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *NLM

Apr 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,124 mi

WHILE DRIVING A STRONG ODOR OF CHEMICAL FUMES COULD BE SMELLED INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *NLM

Apr 8, 2003 Visibility

THE WINDOWS DID NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. *JB

Apr 8, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

ALL OF THE DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *JB

Apr 8, 2003 Visibility

THE WINDOWS DID NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. *JB

Apr 8, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

ALL OF THE DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *JB

Mar 22, 2003 Electrical System

WHEN SHUTTING OFF THE CAR, THE KEY BECOMES STUCK IN THE IGNITION. I HAVE TO RESTART THE CAR SEVERAL TIMES AND SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO PARK TO GET IT OUT. *JB

Mar 22, 2003 Electrical System

WHEN SHUTTING OFF THE CAR, THE KEY BECOMES STUCK IN THE IGNITION. I HAVE TO RESTART THE CAR SEVERAL TIMES AND SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO PARK TO GET IT OUT. *JB

Mar 13, 2003 Suspension

THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.*JB

Mar 13, 2003 Suspension

THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.*JB

Mar 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM IS LEAKING COOLANT INTO THE OIL. I FIRST NOTICED THIS PROBLEM AT AROUND 40000 MILES. I WOULD PERIODICALLY HAVE TO ADD COOLANT TO THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT WAS LOW. I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL. NOW THE PROBLEM IS REALLY BAD, TO THE POINT THAT I DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR NOW WITH 80000 ...

Mar 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

MY 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM IS LEAKING COOLANT INTO THE OIL. I FIRST NOTICED THIS PROBLEM AT AROUND 40000 MILES. I WOULD PERIODICALLY HAVE TO ADD COOLANT TO THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT WAS LOW. I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL. NOW THE PROBLEM IS REALLY BAD, TO THE POINT THAT I DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR NOW WITH 80000 ...

Mar 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

IF CAR DOES NOT RUN FOR 10 MINUTES OR SO, IT STALLS WHEN DRIVEN. WHEN RESTARTED, IT BOGS VERY BADLY FOR A FEW MINUTES, THEN IS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THIS OCCURS IN ANY WEATHER CONDITIONS AND HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 1998. IT IS A 1997.*JB

Mar 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

IF CAR DOES NOT RUN FOR 10 MINUTES OR SO, IT STALLS WHEN DRIVEN. WHEN RESTARTED, IT BOGS VERY BADLY FOR A FEW MINUTES, THEN IS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THIS OCCURS IN ANY WEATHER CONDITIONS AND HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 1998. IT IS A 1997.*JB

Mar 4, 2003 Air Bags Crash 148,000 mi

VEHICLE COLLIDED HEAD-ON WITH A DEER WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH. THE DEER DIED ON IMPACT AND CAUSED EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *NLM *TS

Mar 4, 2003 Air Bags Crash 148,000 mi

VEHICLE COLLIDED HEAD-ON WITH A DEER WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH. THE DEER DIED ON IMPACT AND CAUSED EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *NLM *TS

Feb 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL LEAKED ONTO THE ENGINE, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SMOKE.*JB

Feb 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL LEAKED ONTO THE ENGINE, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SMOKE.*JB

Feb 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT COOLANT WAS DISAPPEARING FROM THE OVERFLOW RESERVOIR. THE ENGINE OIL WAS ALSO DISCOLORED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES AND AT 65000 MILES ANOTHER ONE WAS NEEDED. *AK *NM

Feb 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT COOLANT WAS DISAPPEARING FROM THE OVERFLOW RESERVOIR. THE ENGINE OIL WAS ALSO DISCOLORED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES AND AT 65000 MILES ANOTHER ONE WAS NEEDED. *AK *NM

Jan 15, 2003 Steering Crash

PRIOR TO OCTOBER 1999 VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL WOULD LOCK UP WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE LEFT TURNS. ON ONE OCCASION CONSUMER WAS COMING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY WHEN STEERING LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT THE CURB. THIS INCIDENT CAUSED SOME MINOR DAMAGE TO BUMPER. *NLM. *AK

Jan 15, 2003 Steering Crash

PRIOR TO OCTOBER 1999 VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL WOULD LOCK UP WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE LEFT TURNS. ON ONE OCCASION CONSUMER WAS COMING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY WHEN STEERING LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT THE CURB. THIS INCIDENT CAUSED SOME MINOR DAMAGE TO BUMPER. *NLM. *AK

Dec 27, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH LEAKAGES ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO STATED THAT THE HEATHER BEEN ON WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE OVERHEAT. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE ENGINE. TS

Dec 27, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH LEAKAGES ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO STATED THAT THE HEATHER BEEN ON WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE OVERHEAT. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE ENGINE. TS

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 96,498 mi

THE CAR HAS A HARD START BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND GEAR THAT HAS HAPPENED FOR THE PAST 60K AND NO ONE ABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. THE CAR IS NOW AT 96K AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING A P1870 CODE WHICH TRIGGERS THE LIGHT AND IS CAUSED BY A WORN TCC APPLY VALVE ON THE 4T60E GM TRANSMISSIONS. ...

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 95,550 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF DRIVE TO NEUTRAL GEAR. I FOUND A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN #677164 WHICH THE DEALER SAID WAS NOT A RECALL NOTICE AND WOULD NOT HONOR IT. THE NOTICE STATES TO REPAIR THE CONTROL VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY. THE POWER LOSS RESULTED IN A REEVE OF THE ENGINE AT 70 MILES PER HOUR ...

Dec 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,124 mi

WHILE IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND STOPPED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE BREAK DEPRESSED, UPON RELEASE OF THE BRAKE THE CAR MAKES A GRINDING NOISE. TS

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 96,498 mi

THE CAR HAS A HARD START BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND GEAR THAT HAS HAPPENED FOR THE PAST 60K AND NO ONE ABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. THE CAR IS NOW AT 96K AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING A P1870 CODE WHICH TRIGGERS THE LIGHT AND IS CAUSED BY A WORN TCC APPLY VALVE ON THE 4T60E GM TRANSMISSIONS. ...

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 95,550 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF DRIVE TO NEUTRAL GEAR. I FOUND A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN #677164 WHICH THE DEALER SAID WAS NOT A RECALL NOTICE AND WOULD NOT HONOR IT. THE NOTICE STATES TO REPAIR THE CONTROL VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY. THE POWER LOSS RESULTED IN A REEVE OF THE ENGINE AT 70 MILES PER HOUR ...

Dec 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,124 mi

WHILE IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND STOPPED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE BREAK DEPRESSED, UPON RELEASE OF THE BRAKE THE CAR MAKES A GRINDING NOISE. TS

Dec 11, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES HE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION, SENSOR SYSTEM THAT RUNS THE ABS, BRAKING SYSTEM. CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT HE HAS BEEN DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN HIS AUTO WILL NOT GO INTO THE NEXT GEAR, AND HE IS IN FAST TRAFFIC. MR

Dec 11, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES HE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION, SENSOR SYSTEM THAT RUNS THE ABS, BRAKING SYSTEM. CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT HE HAS BEEN DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN HIS AUTO WILL NOT GO INTO THE NEXT GEAR, AND HE IS IN FAST TRAFFIC. MR

Dec 9, 2002 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS PAID OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE BEING A RECALL EVEN DO I WAS NEVER CONTACT AND THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHSED BRAND NEW. I SPEND APRROX $300.00 BETWEEN TOWING FEES AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. I NEED TO GET REFUNDED THIS MONEY. OTHERWISE, I WILL CONTACT THE BBB AND OTHER DEPARTMENTS. DT

Dec 9, 2002 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS PAID OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE BEING A RECALL EVEN DO I WAS NEVER CONTACT AND THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHSED BRAND NEW. I SPEND APRROX $300.00 BETWEEN TOWING FEES AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. I NEED TO GET REFUNDED THIS MONEY. OTHERWISE, I WILL CONTACT THE BBB AND OTHER DEPARTMENTS. DT

Nov 14, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE STARTER AND HAS HAD THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOP FOR A RECALL ON THE IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE STATERTED HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH SO THERE FOR THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. MR

Nov 14, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE STARTER AND HAS HAD THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOP FOR A RECALL ON THE IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE STATERTED HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH SO THERE FOR THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. MR

Nov 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS CAR HAS BEEN AT THE DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. YOU MUST PUSH THE PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. I HAVE HAD BRAKE PADS, ROTORS, ALTERNATOR, SERPINTINE BELT REPLACED. I HAVE HAD MY COMPUTER REPLACED 3 TIMES AND SIX INJECTORS INSTALLED. THIS CAR I...

Nov 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS CAR HAS BEEN AT THE DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. YOU MUST PUSH THE PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. I HAVE HAD BRAKE PADS, ROTORS, ALTERNATOR, SERPINTINE BELT REPLACED. I HAVE HAD MY COMPUTER REPLACED 3 TIMES AND SIX INJECTORS INSTALLED. THIS CAR I...

Oct 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES HAS BEEN CHANGE THE BRAKES PAD MANY TIMES, GOT BROKEN EVERY MONTHS. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES HAS BEEN CHANGE THE BRAKES PAD MANY TIMES, GOT BROKEN EVERY MONTHS. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire 60,746 mi

IGNITION FIRE--INSERTED KEY INTO IGNITION SLOT AND THERE WAS A TERRIBLE SMELL OF INSULATION & SOMETHING LIKE GUNPOWDER--THE CAR'S ELECTRIC SYSTEM WAS AFFECTED---RECENTLY WATCHED TV & HEARD THAT PONTIAC RECALLS GRAND AM '97 BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS W/ IGNITION SWITCH AND RELATED FIRE. CONSUMER HAD THE VE...

Oct 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire 60,746 mi

IGNITION FIRE--INSERTED KEY INTO IGNITION SLOT AND THERE WAS A TERRIBLE SMELL OF INSULATION & SOMETHING LIKE GUNPOWDER--THE CAR'S ELECTRIC SYSTEM WAS AFFECTED---RECENTLY WATCHED TV & HEARD THAT PONTIAC RECALLS GRAND AM '97 BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS W/ IGNITION SWITCH AND RELATED FIRE. CONSUMER HAD THE VE...

Oct 8, 2002 Electrical System Fire

IN AUGUST 2002, WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM PONTIAC SAYING THE IGNITION CIRCUIT THERMAL EVENTS ON OUR PONTIAC WAS A PROBLEM WHICH COULD CAUSE SPEARKS OR A FIRE AND WE SHOULD TAKE THE VEHICLE TO OUR LOCAL DEALER. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO WYATT-JOHNSON, OUR LOCAL DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE IGNIT...

Oct 8, 2002 Electrical System Fire

IN AUGUST 2002, WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM PONTIAC SAYING THE IGNITION CIRCUIT THERMAL EVENTS ON OUR PONTIAC WAS A PROBLEM WHICH COULD CAUSE SPEARKS OR A FIRE AND WE SHOULD TAKE THE VEHICLE TO OUR LOCAL DEALER. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO WYATT-JOHNSON, OUR LOCAL DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE IGNIT...

Sep 26, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICE BY ANOTHER DEALERSHIP WAS INFORMED THAT RECALL FOR IGNITION SWITCH WAS NOT DONE, BUT IS STATED AS BEING DONE IN GMC DATE SYSTEM,BY ANOTHER DEALERSHIP. WHEN OTHER DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED,THEIR REPLY WAS FOR THE CONSUMER TO PAY TO HAVE RECALL DONE.

Sep 26, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALL ON THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS NOT DONE,BUT ON GMC DATABASE STATES THAT IT WAS DONE.WHEN THE DEALER WAS CALLED AND INFORMED OF THIS THE DEALER REPLIED THAT THE CONSUMER WOULD BE CHARGED FOR RECALL REPAIR. *AK *YH

Sep 26, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICE BY ANOTHER DEALERSHIP WAS INFORMED THAT RECALL FOR IGNITION SWITCH WAS NOT DONE, BUT IS STATED AS BEING DONE IN GMC DATE SYSTEM,BY ANOTHER DEALERSHIP. WHEN OTHER DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED,THEIR REPLY WAS FOR THE CONSUMER TO PAY TO HAVE RECALL DONE.

Sep 26, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALL ON THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS NOT DONE,BUT ON GMC DATABASE STATES THAT IT WAS DONE.WHEN THE DEALER WAS CALLED AND INFORMED OF THIS THE DEALER REPLIED THAT THE CONSUMER WOULD BE CHARGED FOR RECALL REPAIR. *AK *YH

Sep 18, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS RELATING TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE AND DIM SPORADICALLY. CONSUMER TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND THEN TURNED THE IGNITION ON. THE VEHICLE STALLED, PRESENTING IT INOPERABLE AT THAT TIME. THE STEERING BECAME STIFF ...

Sep 18, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS RELATING TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE AND DIM SPORADICALLY. CONSUMER TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND THEN TURNED THE IGNITION ON. THE VEHICLE STALLED, PRESENTING IT INOPERABLE AT THAT TIME. THE STEERING BECAME STIFF ...

Sep 9, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL AREA. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED, MADE A THUMPING NOISE. REPLACED DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROLL ARM, WAS TOLD IT WAS BAD. 3 OR 4 DAYS AFTER I PICKED UP MY CAR, I NOW HAVE A SINGLE THUMP WHEN I BRAKE AND RELEASE THE BRAKE. THIS NOISE IS SO LOUD AND SCARY SOUNDING THAT I AM ABSOL...

Sep 9, 2002 Suspension

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL AREA. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED, MADE A THUMPING NOISE. REPLACED DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROLL ARM, WAS TOLD IT WAS BAD. 3 OR 4 DAYS AFTER I PICKED UP MY CAR, I NOW HAVE A SINGLE THUMP WHEN I BRAKE AND RELEASE THE BRAKE. THIS NOISE IS SO LOUD AND SCARY SOUNDING THAT I AM ABSOL...

Sep 9, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL AREA. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED, MADE A THUMPING NOISE. REPLACED DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROLL ARM, WAS TOLD IT WAS BAD. 3 OR 4 DAYS AFTER I PICKED UP MY CAR, I NOW HAVE A SINGLE THUMP WHEN I BRAKE AND RELEASE THE BRAKE. THIS NOISE IS SO LOUD AND SCARY SOUNDING THAT I AM ABSOL...

Sep 9, 2002 Suspension

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL AREA. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED, MADE A THUMPING NOISE. REPLACED DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROLL ARM, WAS TOLD IT WAS BAD. 3 OR 4 DAYS AFTER I PICKED UP MY CAR, I NOW HAVE A SINGLE THUMP WHEN I BRAKE AND RELEASE THE BRAKE. THIS NOISE IS SO LOUD AND SCARY SOUNDING THAT I AM ABSOL...

Aug 21, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A CRASH OR COLLISION. CONSUMER'S INSURANCE COMPANY WILL NOT PAY FOR THE DAMAGES INCURRED TO VEHICLE BECAUSE THIS IS A FACTORY DEFECT. CONSUMER HAS A POLICE REPORT AND PHOTOS TAKEN ON THE DAMAGED VEHICLE AND THE MINOR SCRAPES AND BURNS SUSTAINED. CONSUMER ...

Aug 21, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A CRASH OR COLLISION. CONSUMER'S INSURANCE COMPANY WILL NOT PAY FOR THE DAMAGES INCURRED TO VEHICLE BECAUSE THIS IS A FACTORY DEFECT. CONSUMER HAS A POLICE REPORT AND PHOTOS TAKEN ON THE DAMAGED VEHICLE AND THE MINOR SCRAPES AND BURNS SUSTAINED. CONSUMER ...

Aug 19, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING DOWN HILL BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 19, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HILL, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO PONTIAC AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKES PADS. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL, CONSUMER COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNING, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO MAKE A STOP. CONSUMER SAW FIRE NEAR FRONT BRAKES. *AK THIS PROBLEM WAS ASSOCIATED W...

Aug 19, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING DOWN HILL BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 19, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HILL, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO PONTIAC AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKES PADS. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL, CONSUMER COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNING, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO MAKE A STOP. CONSUMER SAW FIRE NEAR FRONT BRAKES. *AK THIS PROBLEM WAS ASSOCIATED W...

Aug 16, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 10 MPH, NO BRAKING ACTION, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. BRAKES WERE APPLIED AGAIN. THIS TIME BRAKES WERE OPERATIONAL. DEALER STATED THAT ABS COMPUTER WAS FAULTY AND HAD TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Aug 16, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 10 MPH, NO BRAKING ACTION, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. BRAKES WERE APPLIED AGAIN. THIS TIME BRAKES WERE OPERATIONAL. DEALER STATED THAT ABS COMPUTER WAS FAULTY AND HAD TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Aug 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TRIED TO START VEHICLE WHICH HAD BEEN PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. IT WOULD NOT START. WHEN CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE THERE WAS SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY FOR SAFETY REASONS. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALLED PART WAS INSTALLE...

Aug 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TRIED TO START VEHICLE WHICH HAD BEEN PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. IT WOULD NOT START. WHEN CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE THERE WAS SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY FOR SAFETY REASONS. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALLED PART WAS INSTALLE...

Aug 8, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE WOULD STALL OUT AT MULTIPLE SPEED WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 8, 2002 Air Bags

DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED INCIDENTALLY. THERE WAS NO CRASH OR COLLISION.*AK

Aug 8, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE WOULD STALL OUT AT MULTIPLE SPEED WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 8, 2002 Air Bags

DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED INCIDENTALLY. THERE WAS NO CRASH OR COLLISION.*AK

Aug 2, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

RECENTLY MY WIFE'S 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT HAS ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE, EVEN IF YOU BRAKE OR MANUALLY SELECT THE OFF POSITION ON THE CRUISE CONTROL SELECTOR SWITCH.*AK

Aug 2, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

RECENTLY MY WIFE'S 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT HAS ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE, EVEN IF YOU BRAKE OR MANUALLY SELECT THE OFF POSITION ON THE CRUISE CONTROL SELECTOR SWITCH.*AK

Jul 31, 2002 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHORTENED THE ALTERNATOR CAUSING THE LOW BATTERY TO ILLUMINATE, LIGHTS TO BECOME DIM AND VEHICLE TO STALL OUT. MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *TT

Jul 31, 2002 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHORTENED THE ALTERNATOR CAUSING THE LOW BATTERY TO ILLUMINATE, LIGHTS TO BECOME DIM AND VEHICLE TO STALL OUT. MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *TT

Jul 29, 2002 Power Train

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE AND WITHOUT WARNING GEARSHIFT LEVER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. ALSO, DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Visibility

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE AND WITHOUT WARNING GEARSHIFT LEVER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. ALSO, DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Power Train

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE AND WITHOUT WARNING GEARSHIFT LEVER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. ALSO, DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Visibility

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE AND WITHOUT WARNING GEARSHIFT LEVER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. ALSO, DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED.*AK

Jul 25, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FAILED WHEN DRIVING DOWN HILL. BRAKES BEGAN TO SMOKE/SMELL WITH SOFT PEDAL. DEALERSHIP REPLACED PADS AND CHECKED BRAKE SYSTEM. THE NEXT DAY WHEN DRIVEN DOWN A HILL FRONT BRAKES CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCCRIBE DETAILS.*JB

Jul 25, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FAILED WHEN DRIVING DOWN HILL. BRAKES BEGAN TO SMOKE/SMELL WITH SOFT PEDAL. DEALERSHIP REPLACED PADS AND CHECKED BRAKE SYSTEM. THE NEXT DAY WHEN DRIVEN DOWN A HILL FRONT BRAKES CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCCRIBE DETAILS.*JB

Jul 24, 2002 Electrical System

TRIED TO START CAR, DASH BOARD LIGHTS CAME ON, CAR WOULDN'T START, KEY WOULDN'T COME OUT, THEN TRIED TO START CAR AGAIN AND IT STARTED. THE NEXT DAY-WENT TO RUN ERRANDS-STOPPED AT STORE AND KEY WOULD NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION, HAD TO CALL TOW TRUCK, THEY HAD TO DISENGAGE TRANSMISSION TO TOW, GAR...

Jul 24, 2002 Electrical System

TRIED TO START CAR, DASH BOARD LIGHTS CAME ON, CAR WOULDN'T START, KEY WOULDN'T COME OUT, THEN TRIED TO START CAR AGAIN AND IT STARTED. THE NEXT DAY-WENT TO RUN ERRANDS-STOPPED AT STORE AND KEY WOULD NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION, HAD TO CALL TOW TRUCK, THEY HAD TO DISENGAGE TRANSMISSION TO TOW, GAR...

Jul 23, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN KEY IS PUT IN IGNITION IT WILL NOT TURN . HAS TO JUMP START VEHICLE.CONTACTED DEALER.*AK

Jul 23, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN KEY IS PUT IN IGNITION IT WILL NOT TURN . HAS TO JUMP START VEHICLE.CONTACTED DEALER.*AK

Jul 19, 2002 Electrical System

SEVEN ALTERNATORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN VEHICLE WITHIN FOUR YEARS BY A REPAIR SHOP. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK *JB

Jul 19, 2002 Electrical System

SEVEN ALTERNATORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN VEHICLE WITHIN FOUR YEARS BY A REPAIR SHOP. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK *JB

Jul 17, 2002 Electrical System

AFTER RECALL 02V070000 REPAIRS WERE DONE AT ROGER PONTIAC IN CHICAGO, PHONE 312/225-4300 IGNITION SWITCH BECAME HOT, CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET KEY OUT OF IGNITION SWITCH, AND THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 17, 2002 Electrical System

AFTER RECALL 02V070000 REPAIRS WERE DONE AT ROGER PONTIAC IN CHICAGO, PHONE 312/225-4300 IGNITION SWITCH BECAME HOT, CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET KEY OUT OF IGNITION SWITCH, AND THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 11, 2002 Electrical System

THE ORIGINAL DELCO BATTERY WAS BURNED WHEN THE VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. *YH

Jul 11, 2002 Electrical System

THE ORIGINAL DELCO BATTERY WAS BURNED WHEN THE VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. *YH

Jul 9, 2002 Electrical System

THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE RELAY SWITCH, AND THEY SAY THAT I HAVE TO PAY THEM (PONTIAC) TO FIX THE PROBLEM.*AK

Jul 9, 2002 Electrical System

THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE RELAY SWITCH, AND THEY SAY THAT I HAVE TO PAY THEM (PONTIAC) TO FIX THE PROBLEM.*AK

Jul 5, 2002 Electrical System

AFTER TURNING OFF ENGINE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF IGNITION, CONSUMER HAS TO WIGGLE KEY TO GET IT OUT.*AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S FRONT WINDOWS WILL NO LONGER OPERATE. REGULATORS NEED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 5, 2002 Electrical System

AFTER TURNING OFF ENGINE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF IGNITION, CONSUMER HAS TO WIGGLE KEY TO GET IT OUT.*AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S FRONT WINDOWS WILL NO LONGER OPERATE. REGULATORS NEED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 1, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE, WOULD CONTINUE TO RESTART BY ITSELF UNTIL CONSUMER SWITCHED IGNITION SWITCH TO ACCESSORIES. STARTED TO STOP, BUT SPARKS AND SMOKE WERE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, THE BACK OF CONSUMERS PANTS WERE ON FIRE. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.*AK. CONSUMER STATED THE IGN...

Jul 1, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE, WOULD CONTINUE TO RESTART BY ITSELF UNTIL CONSUMER SWITCHED IGNITION SWITCH TO ACCESSORIES. STARTED TO STOP, BUT SPARKS AND SMOKE WERE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, THE BACK OF CONSUMERS PANTS WERE ON FIRE. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.*AK. CONSUMER STATED THE IGN...

Jun 29, 2002 Electrical System

I HAD A TOTAL FAILURE OF THE CLUSTER THAT OPERATES ALL THE GAUGES. SPEEDOMETER, FUEL,RPM, ETS AND TEMPERATURE. I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A USED CLUSTER AS I COULD NOT AFFORD A NEW ONE. I JUST RECENTLY LEARNED OF A RECALL OF THE IGNITION RELAY AND I WONDERED IF THIS COULD BE ANOTHER DEFECT WORTH...

Jun 29, 2002 Electrical System

I HAD A TOTAL FAILURE OF THE CLUSTER THAT OPERATES ALL THE GAUGES. SPEEDOMETER, FUEL,RPM, ETS AND TEMPERATURE. I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A USED CLUSTER AS I COULD NOT AFFORD A NEW ONE. I JUST RECENTLY LEARNED OF A RECALL OF THE IGNITION RELAY AND I WONDERED IF THIS COULD BE ANOTHER DEFECT WORTH...

Jun 29, 2002 Electrical System

I HAD A TOTAL FAILURE OF THE CLUSTER THAT OPERATES ALL THE GAUGES. SPEEDOMETER, FUEL,RPM, ETS AND TEMPERATURE. I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A USED CLUSTER AS I COULD NOT AFFORD A NEW ONE. I JUST RECENTLY LEARNED OF A RECALL OF THE IGNITION RELAY AND I WONDERED IF THIS COULD BE ANOTHER DEFECT WORTH...

Jun 29, 2002 Electrical System

I HAD A TOTAL FAILURE OF THE CLUSTER THAT OPERATES ALL THE GAUGES. SPEEDOMETER, FUEL,RPM, ETS AND TEMPERATURE. I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A USED CLUSTER AS I COULD NOT AFFORD A NEW ONE. I JUST RECENTLY LEARNED OF A RECALL OF THE IGNITION RELAY AND I WONDERED IF THIS COULD BE ANOTHER DEFECT WORTH...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS ABS BRAKE PROBLEMS FOR THREE MONTHS. REAR BRAKE DRUMS WERE TURNED, AND THREE SETS OF BRAKES SHOES WERE REPLACED. VEHICLE HA BEEN IN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. WHEELS LOCKED UP AT THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF BRAKE PRESSURE OR WHEN BRAKES OVERHEATED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MOR...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS ABS BRAKE PROBLEMS FOR THREE MONTHS. REAR BRAKE DRUMS WERE TURNED, AND THREE SETS OF BRAKES SHOES WERE REPLACED. VEHICLE HA BEEN IN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. WHEELS LOCKED UP AT THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF BRAKE PRESSURE OR WHEN BRAKES OVERHEATED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MOR...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS ABS BRAKE PROBLEMS FOR THREE MONTHS. REAR BRAKE DRUMS WERE TURNED, AND THREE SETS OF BRAKES SHOES WERE REPLACED. VEHICLE HA BEEN IN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. WHEELS LOCKED UP AT THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF BRAKE PRESSURE OR WHEN BRAKES OVERHEATED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MOR...

Jun 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS ABS BRAKE PROBLEMS FOR THREE MONTHS. REAR BRAKE DRUMS WERE TURNED, AND THREE SETS OF BRAKES SHOES WERE REPLACED. VEHICLE HA BEEN IN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. WHEELS LOCKED UP AT THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF BRAKE PRESSURE OR WHEN BRAKES OVERHEATED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MOR...

Jun 11, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA ECALL 02 V 070 000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER: HUBERT MOTORS, LONGMONT CO; PHONE# 303/776-2650 UNABLE TO HONOR RECALL BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. PLEASE FILL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFROMATION AND PLEASE FILL IN THE VEHICLE MILEAGE.*AK

Jun 11, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA ECALL 02 V 070 000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER: HUBERT MOTORS, LONGMONT CO; PHONE# 303/776-2650 UNABLE TO HONOR RECALL BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. PLEASE FILL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFROMATION AND PLEASE FILL IN THE VEHICLE MILEAGE.*AK

Jun 4, 2002 Electrical System Fire

I MAILED YOU A LETTER-NO RESPONCE. RSVP!!!!NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jun 4, 2002 Electrical System Fire

I MAILED YOU A LETTER-NO RESPONCE. RSVP!!!!NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jun 3, 2002 Electrical System

RECALL 02 V 070 000 ELICTRICAL SYSTEM; IGNITION; SWITCH. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL TO HAVE A RELAY SWITCH INSTALLED. AFTER SWITCH WAS INSTATLLED, QUARTER OF A MILE DOWN THE ROAD ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A BURNED SMELL. TOOK BACK TO DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ...

Jun 3, 2002 Electrical System

RECALL 02 V 070 000 ELICTRICAL SYSTEM; IGNITION; SWITCH. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL TO HAVE A RELAY SWITCH INSTALLED. AFTER SWITCH WAS INSTATLLED, QUARTER OF A MILE DOWN THE ROAD ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A BURNED SMELL. TOOK BACK TO DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ...

May 22, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02 V 070 000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH: DEALER: SUNRISE PONTIAC, BARTLETT, TN ; PHONE# 901//333-8000, WAS NOT ABLE TO HONOR RECALL BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 22, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02 V 070 000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH: DEALER: SUNRISE PONTIAC, BARTLETT, TN ; PHONE# 901//333-8000, WAS NOT ABLE TO HONOR RECALL BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 20, 2002 Visibility

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 20, 2002 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 20, 2002 Visibility

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 20, 2002 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WOULD BE A POPPING NOISE PRESENT, AND BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER LANE. ALSO LEFT REAR AND RIGHT FRONT WINDOW WAS INOPARTIVE, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING.*JB

May 15, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN CONSUMER TURNS VEHICLE ON THERE IS SHORT WHEN SHE TAKES KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION VEHICLE IS STILL RUNNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 15, 2002 Electrical System

IT'S RECALL PROBLEM ,I GOT ARECALL LETTER FROM GENERAL MOTORS AND I WENT TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES; THE FIRST ONE THE SERVICE ADVISOR SAID THAT THEY ARE ALL BUSY THEY CAN'T DO IT ,THE SECOND TIME THE SAME AND HE TOLD ME TO COME EARLY SO I WENT AT 8 AM TODAY AND THEY SAID YOU SHOULD LEAVE FOR FEW DAY...

May 15, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN CONSUMER TURNS VEHICLE ON THERE IS SHORT WHEN SHE TAKES KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION VEHICLE IS STILL RUNNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 15, 2002 Electrical System

IT'S RECALL PROBLEM ,I GOT ARECALL LETTER FROM GENERAL MOTORS AND I WENT TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES; THE FIRST ONE THE SERVICE ADVISOR SAID THAT THEY ARE ALL BUSY THEY CAN'T DO IT ,THE SECOND TIME THE SAME AND HE TOLD ME TO COME EARLY SO I WENT AT 8 AM TODAY AND THEY SAID YOU SHOULD LEAVE FOR FEW DAY...

May 7, 2002 Suspension

STEERING WHEEL IS WHINING AND PULLING VEHICLE TO THE LEFT.AK

May 7, 2002 Suspension

STEERING WHEEL IS WHINING AND PULLING VEHICLE TO THE LEFT.AK

May 6, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02V070000/ MANUFACTURER 02008. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND HAD RECALL REPAIRED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

May 6, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL# 02V070000/ MANUFACTURER# 02008. GOT RECALL NOTICE, AND HAD RECALL REPAIRS DONE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

May 6, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END. THEN, OIL LIGHT CAME ON ,AND BLACK SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM TAILPIPE. FUEL ENTERED THE ENGINE AND BEARINGS FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE OIL TO BECOME BLACK AND THE BEARING TO GRIND.*AK

May 6, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END. THEN, OIL LIGHT CAME ON ,AND BLACK SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM TAILPIPE. FUEL ENTERED THE ENGINE AND BEARINGS FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE OIL TO BECOME BLACK AND THE BEARING TO GRIND.*AK

May 6, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02V070000/ MANUFACTURER 02008. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND HAD RECALL REPAIRED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

May 6, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL# 02V070000/ MANUFACTURER# 02008. GOT RECALL NOTICE, AND HAD RECALL REPAIRS DONE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

May 6, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END. THEN, OIL LIGHT CAME ON ,AND BLACK SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM TAILPIPE. FUEL ENTERED THE ENGINE AND BEARINGS FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE OIL TO BECOME BLACK AND THE BEARING TO GRIND.*AK

May 6, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END. THEN, OIL LIGHT CAME ON ,AND BLACK SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM TAILPIPE. FUEL ENTERED THE ENGINE AND BEARINGS FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE OIL TO BECOME BLACK AND THE BEARING TO GRIND.*AK

May 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT STEERING WHEEL TIGHTENS UP AND IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AKCONSUMER COULD NOT TURN VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT AS IF POWER STEERING FOR THE RIGHT SIDE COMPLETELY FAILED. TURNING TO THE LEFT POSED NO PROBLEM. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE RACK AND PINION...

May 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT STEERING WHEEL TIGHTENS UP AND IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AKCONSUMER COULD NOT TURN VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT AS IF POWER STEERING FOR THE RIGHT SIDE COMPLETELY FAILED. TURNING TO THE LEFT POSED NO PROBLEM. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE RACK AND PINION...

Apr 29, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE HESITATES TO START. DEALERSHIP HAD TO REPROGAM COMPUTER SYSTEM.*AK

Apr 29, 2002 Electrical System

PRIOR TO RECALL 02V07000 NOTIFICATION VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A SHORTAGE IN THE COMPUTER FOR THE STEERING WHEEL ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. CONSUMER BELIEVES THE SHORTAGE IS A RESULT OF RECALL. *TT

Apr 29, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE HESITATES TO START. DEALERSHIP HAD TO REPROGAM COMPUTER SYSTEM.*AK

Apr 29, 2002 Electrical System

PRIOR TO RECALL 02V07000 NOTIFICATION VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A SHORTAGE IN THE COMPUTER FOR THE STEERING WHEEL ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. CONSUMER BELIEVES THE SHORTAGE IS A RESULT OF RECALL. *TT

Apr 25, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02 V 070 000 MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH: DEALER: DONNY BOHN GMC; HARVEY, LA; PHONE# 504/347-4070 REFUSED TO HONOR RECALL UNTIL A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED AT CONSUMER'S COST. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 25, 2002 Electrical System

NHTSA RECALL 02 V 070 000 MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 02008 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH: DEALER: DONNY BOHN GMC; HARVEY, LA; PHONE# 504/347-4070 REFUSED TO HONOR RECALL UNTIL A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED AT CONSUMER'S COST. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLES INTAKE MAINFOLD GASKET. *JG

Apr 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLES INTAKE MAINFOLD GASKET. *JG

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS AN OIL LEAK COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO TWO SERVICE STATIONS AND THEY BOTH AGREE THE OIL LEAK IS NOT COMING FROM CONSTANT DRIVING. CONSUMER WANTS PONTIAC TO FIX THE OIL LEAK. *JG

Apr 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLES INTAKE MAINFOLD GASKET. *JG

Apr 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLES INTAKE MAINFOLD GASKET. *JG

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS AN OIL LEAK COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO TWO SERVICE STATIONS AND THEY BOTH AGREE THE OIL LEAK IS NOT COMING FROM CONSTANT DRIVING. CONSUMER WANTS PONTIAC TO FIX THE OIL LEAK. *JG

Apr 16, 2002 Visibility 108,000 mi

SENSOR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED. DRIVER'S WINDOW HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED/ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NOW, HAVING PROBLEMS IN THE OTHER WINDOWS/AND THE ONE REPLACED.**** DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****760764. *AK *JB

Apr 16, 2002 Power Train 108,000 mi

SENSOR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED. DRIVER'S WINDOW HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED/ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NOW, HAVING PROBLEMS IN THE OTHER WINDOWS/AND THE ONE REPLACED.**** DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****760764. *AK *JB

Apr 16, 2002 Visibility 108,000 mi

SENSOR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED. DRIVER'S WINDOW HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED/ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NOW, HAVING PROBLEMS IN THE OTHER WINDOWS/AND THE ONE REPLACED.**** DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****760764. *AK *JB

Apr 16, 2002 Power Train 108,000 mi

SENSOR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED. DRIVER'S WINDOW HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED/ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NOW, HAVING PROBLEMS IN THE OTHER WINDOWS/AND THE ONE REPLACED.**** DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****760764. *AK *JB

Apr 10, 2002 Electrical System

GOT RECALL 02V070000. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND HAD REPAIRS DONE. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE WILL START, AND THEN SHUT OFF. WILL NOT STAY CRANKED. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Apr 10, 2002 Electrical System

GOT RECALL 02V070000. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND HAD REPAIRS DONE. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE WILL START, AND THEN SHUT OFF. WILL NOT STAY CRANKED. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Mar 28, 2002 Suspension

CUSTOMER STATES FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM RUBBER BURSHING WENT OUT, CAUSING A LOT OF NOISE. MECHANIC REPLACED. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATED THAT HAD NOTICED A PROBLEM WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER,IT DOES NOT OPERATER LIKE IT USE TO, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED TIRE WEAR, ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THE DRIVER COULD NOT CONTROL THE VEHICLE, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY MPH, COULD STEP ON THE BRAKES PEDAL, BUT THE BRAKES WILL NOT ACTIVATE ON TIME, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ENGINE FIRE, THE DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Suspension

CUSTOMER STATES FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM RUBBER BURSHING WENT OUT, CAUSING A LOT OF NOISE. MECHANIC REPLACED. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATED THAT HAD NOTICED A PROBLEM WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER,IT DOES NOT OPERATER LIKE IT USE TO, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED TIRE WEAR, ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THE DRIVER COULD NOT CONTROL THE VEHICLE, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY MPH, COULD STEP ON THE BRAKES PEDAL, BUT THE BRAKES WILL NOT ACTIVATE ON TIME, DEALER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ENGINE FIRE, THE DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. NLM

Mar 11, 2002 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICE A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END. ALSO, STEERING VEHICLE WAS NOT NORMAL. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, TECHNICIAN REPLACED FRONT END SUSPENSION. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 11, 2002 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICE A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END. ALSO, STEERING VEHICLE WAS NOT NORMAL. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, TECHNICIAN REPLACED FRONT END SUSPENSION. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 4, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 20 TO 25 MPH STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP.WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL IT WILL LOCK UP. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Feb 4, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 20 TO 25 MPH STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP.WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL IT WILL LOCK UP. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Feb 1, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 1, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 25, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FROM A STOP LIGHT OR STOP SIGN WHEN FOOT WAS OFF BRAKES. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND WAS SUNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM.*AK *SLC

Jan 25, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FROM A STOP LIGHT OR STOP SIGN WHEN FOOT WAS OFF BRAKES. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND WAS SUNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM.*AK *SLC

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 18, 2002 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR IGNITION LOCK BINDING. SEVERAL DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE RECALL PART. THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT OVER THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. BATTERY INDICATOR LAMP WAS FLASHING. *YH

Jan 8, 2002 Visibility

I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE MOTORS IN THE WINDOWS EACH TWICE AND I AM GOING ON THE THIRD TIME FOR THE DRIVER FRONT AND REAR. THIS WILL MAKE 10 WINDOW MOTORS. WHEN I ASKED MY DEALERSHIP IF THERE HAD BEEN ANY KIND OF A RECALL THE SAID NO. ALSO, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. ARE THESE THING...

Jan 8, 2002 Visibility

I HAVE PUT TEN NEW WINDOW MOTORS IN MY CAR IN THE PAST FOUR YEARS. WHEN I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP IF THERE HAD BEEN ANY RECALLS THEY LAUGHED AND SAID OF COURSE NOT. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALSO ALWAYS ON FOR NO REASON. ARE THESE TWO PROBLEMS RELATED TO THE WIRING HARNESS RECALL. *AK

Jan 8, 2002 Visibility

I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE MOTORS IN THE WINDOWS EACH TWICE AND I AM GOING ON THE THIRD TIME FOR THE DRIVER FRONT AND REAR. THIS WILL MAKE 10 WINDOW MOTORS. WHEN I ASKED MY DEALERSHIP IF THERE HAD BEEN ANY KIND OF A RECALL THE SAID NO. ALSO, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. ARE THESE THING...

Jan 8, 2002 Visibility

I HAVE PUT TEN NEW WINDOW MOTORS IN MY CAR IN THE PAST FOUR YEARS. WHEN I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP IF THERE HAD BEEN ANY RECALLS THEY LAUGHED AND SAID OF COURSE NOT. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALSO ALWAYS ON FOR NO REASON. ARE THESE TWO PROBLEMS RELATED TO THE WIRING HARNESS RECALL. *AK

Dec 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN UNLESS MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY CAN SHIFT SIDEWAYS A COUPLE INCHES BEFORE IT HITS AND THEN STARTS TURNING THE WHEEL, MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE UPPER STUD INTO THE FIREWALL HAD BROKEN OFF AND THE CALMP HOLDING THE RACK AND ...

Dec 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN UNLESS MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY CAN SHIFT SIDEWAYS A COUPLE INCHES BEFORE IT HITS AND THEN STARTS TURNING THE WHEEL, MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE UPPER STUD INTO THE FIREWALL HAD BROKEN OFF AND THE CALMP HOLDING THE RACK AND ...

Dec 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN UNLESS MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY CAN SHIFT SIDEWAYS A COUPLE INCHES BEFORE IT HITS AND THEN STARTS TURNING THE WHEEL, MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE UPPER STUD INTO THE FIREWALL HAD BROKEN OFF AND THE CALMP HOLDING THE RACK AND ...

Dec 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN UNLESS MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY CAN SHIFT SIDEWAYS A COUPLE INCHES BEFORE IT HITS AND THEN STARTS TURNING THE WHEEL, MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE UPPER STUD INTO THE FIREWALL HAD BROKEN OFF AND THE CALMP HOLDING THE RACK AND ...

Nov 12, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT ALUMINUM MAG WHEEL BLEW OUT ON THE INSIDE AND CRACKED NEARLY ALL THE WAY AROUND, THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WERE UNDAMAGED, CONSUMER REPLACED THE WHEEL. *SLC

Nov 12, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT ALUMINUM MAG WHEEL BLEW OUT ON THE INSIDE AND CRACKED NEARLY ALL THE WAY AROUND, THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WERE UNDAMAGED, CONSUMER REPLACED THE WHEEL. *SLC

Nov 12, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT ALUMINUM MAG WHEEL BLEW OUT ON THE INSIDE AND CRACKED NEARLY ALL THE WAY AROUND, THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WERE UNDAMAGED, CONSUMER REPLACED THE WHEEL. *SLC

Nov 12, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT ALUMINUM MAG WHEEL BLEW OUT ON THE INSIDE AND CRACKED NEARLY ALL THE WAY AROUND, THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WERE UNDAMAGED, CONSUMER REPLACED THE WHEEL. *SLC

Oct 30, 2001 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH ON A SMOOTH ROAD BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.*AK

Oct 30, 2001 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH ON A SMOOTH ROAD BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.*AK

Oct 21, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER APPLYING, CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE, THE CAR ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE WITH BRAKING, NEED TO TURN OFF CAR TO SLOW DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, BARELY AVERTED CRASH.*AK

Oct 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER APPLYING, CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE, THE CAR ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE WITH BRAKING, NEED TO TURN OFF CAR TO SLOW DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, BARELY AVERTED CRASH.*AK

Oct 21, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER APPLYING, CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE, THE CAR ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE WITH BRAKING, NEED TO TURN OFF CAR TO SLOW DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, BARELY AVERTED CRASH.*AK

Oct 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER APPLYING, CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE, THE CAR ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE WITH BRAKING, NEED TO TURN OFF CAR TO SLOW DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, BARELY AVERTED CRASH.*AK

Oct 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IDENTICAL TO ODI ID: 727560. CONTINUING PROBLEM DESPITE BRAKE REPLACEMENT, ADJUSTMENT. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Oct 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IDENTICAL TO ODI ID: 727560. CONTINUING PROBLEM DESPITE BRAKE REPLACEMENT, ADJUSTMENT. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Oct 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE ATTEMPTED TO START ITSELF AT 6:01AM (MDT). KEY WAS NOT IN IGNITION NOR WAS IGINITION SWITCH ENGAGED. VEHICLE CRANKED FOR APPROX. 4 MINUTES WHILE OWNER ATTEMPTED TO DISCONNECT BATTERY. FOLLOWING APPROX 4 MINUTES OF ENGINE CRANKING VEHICLE STOPPED ON ITS OWN. OWNER THEN ATTEMP...

Oct 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE ATTEMPTED TO START ITSELF AT 6:01AM (MDT). KEY WAS NOT IN IGNITION NOR WAS IGINITION SWITCH ENGAGED. VEHICLE CRANKED FOR APPROX. 4 MINUTES WHILE OWNER ATTEMPTED TO DISCONNECT BATTERY. FOLLOWING APPROX 4 MINUTES OF ENGINE CRANKING VEHICLE STOPPED ON ITS OWN. OWNER THEN ATTEMP...

Sep 10, 2001 Electrical System

#1 - COMPUTER MODULE FAILED - ALL WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND GO OFF (50,000 MILES). #2 - IGNITION SWITCH - PIN COMES LOOSE AND KEY WILL NOT WORK. HAVE TO REPLACE & REKEY. #3 - PCM/VCM REPLACED @ 58,000 MILES. #4 - BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN "TURNED" TWICE, STILL PULSATE. #5 - PARKI...

Sep 10, 2001 Electrical System

#1 - COMPUTER MODULE FAILED - ALL WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND GO OFF (50,000 MILES). #2 - IGNITION SWITCH - PIN COMES LOOSE AND KEY WILL NOT WORK. HAVE TO REPLACE & REKEY. #3 - PCM/VCM REPLACED @ 58,000 MILES. #4 - BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN "TURNED" TWICE, STILL PULSATE. #5 - PARKI...

Sep 10, 2001 Electrical System

#1 - COMPUTER MODULE FAILED - ALL WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND GO OFF (50,000 MILES). #2 - IGNITION SWITCH - PIN COMES LOOSE AND KEY WILL NOT WORK. HAVE TO REPLACE & REKEY. #3 - PCM/VCM REPLACED @ 58,000 MILES. #4 - BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN "TURNED" TWICE, STILL PULSATE. #5 - PARKI...

Sep 10, 2001 Electrical System

#1 - COMPUTER MODULE FAILED - ALL WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND GO OFF (50,000 MILES). #2 - IGNITION SWITCH - PIN COMES LOOSE AND KEY WILL NOT WORK. HAVE TO REPLACE & REKEY. #3 - PCM/VCM REPLACED @ 58,000 MILES. #4 - BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN "TURNED" TWICE, STILL PULSATE. #5 - PARKI...

Aug 21, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR ACCELERATED TO 100+ MILES, COULD NOT BRAKE OR SLOW DOWN FOR APPROX 3 MILES, AND THEN AT FIVE MILE INTERVALS IT WOULD DROP. THIS WAS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I COULD NOT TURN KEY NOR SHIFT, UNTIL IT GOT DOWN TO 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. THEN I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT SO IT WOULD STOP. DEALER WAS CALLE...

Aug 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CAR ACCELERATED TO 100+ MILES, COULD NOT BRAKE OR SLOW DOWN FOR APPROX 3 MILES, AND THEN AT FIVE MILE INTERVALS IT WOULD DROP. THIS WAS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I COULD NOT TURN KEY NOR SHIFT, UNTIL IT GOT DOWN TO 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. THEN I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT SO IT WOULD STOP. DEALER WAS CALLE...

Aug 21, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR ACCELERATED TO 100+ MILES, COULD NOT BRAKE OR SLOW DOWN FOR APPROX 3 MILES, AND THEN AT FIVE MILE INTERVALS IT WOULD DROP. THIS WAS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I COULD NOT TURN KEY NOR SHIFT, UNTIL IT GOT DOWN TO 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. THEN I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT SO IT WOULD STOP. DEALER WAS CALLE...

Aug 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CAR ACCELERATED TO 100+ MILES, COULD NOT BRAKE OR SLOW DOWN FOR APPROX 3 MILES, AND THEN AT FIVE MILE INTERVALS IT WOULD DROP. THIS WAS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I COULD NOT TURN KEY NOR SHIFT, UNTIL IT GOT DOWN TO 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. THEN I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT SO IT WOULD STOP. DEALER WAS CALLE...

Jul 31, 2001 Air Bags

THE DIRM AND MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO ILLUNINATE. NLM

Jul 31, 2001 Air Bags

THE DIRM AND MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO ILLUNINATE. NLM

Jul 30, 2001 Steering Crash

I COMPLAINED NUMEROUS TIMES BEFORE ABOUT PONTIAC, AND THE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM GOING OUT FIVE TIMES STANDING MY WIFE, CHILDREN, GRADNDCHILDREN AND MYSELF. THIS TIME WE ALL WERE ON VBACATION AND THE MOTOR BLEW UP. PONTIAC REFUSED TO PAY THE RE[LACEMENT COST OF $5,500.00. THE STUPID CAR SHOULD HAV...

Jul 30, 2001 Steering Crash

I COMPLAINED NUMEROUS TIMES BEFORE ABOUT PONTIAC, AND THE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM GOING OUT FIVE TIMES STANDING MY WIFE, CHILDREN, GRADNDCHILDREN AND MYSELF. THIS TIME WE ALL WERE ON VBACATION AND THE MOTOR BLEW UP. PONTIAC REFUSED TO PAY THE RE[LACEMENT COST OF $5,500.00. THE STUPID CAR SHOULD HAV...

Jul 20, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Visibility

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Visibility

I HAVE HAD ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS VEHICAL AND THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THE SAME STYLE CAR THAT ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS. THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO SERIOUSLY. IT IS BECOMING TO COSTLY. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

DEALER HAS TRIED TO FIX VEHICLE 5 TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM. VEHICLE IDLES UP TO 1500 RPM'S IN PARK AND VARIES IN DRIVE. PCM-VCM WAS REPLACED TWICE. THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR REPLACED TWICE, AND THE THROTTLE BODY UNIT WAS RECENTLY REPLACED. PROBLEM HAD NOT OCCURRED FOR A YEAR, AND DEALER DIDN'T...

Jul 17, 2001 Power Train

DEALER HAS TRIED TO FIX VEHICLE 5 TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM. VEHICLE IDLES UP TO 1500 RPM'S IN PARK AND VARIES IN DRIVE. PCM-VCM WAS REPLACED TWICE. THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR REPLACED TWICE, AND THE THROTTLE BODY UNIT WAS RECENTLY REPLACED. PROBLEM HAD NOT OCCURRED FOR A YEAR, AND DEALER DIDN'T...

Jul 17, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

DEALER HAS TRIED TO FIX VEHICLE 5 TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM. VEHICLE IDLES UP TO 1500 RPM'S IN PARK AND VARIES IN DRIVE. PCM-VCM WAS REPLACED TWICE. THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR REPLACED TWICE, AND THE THROTTLE BODY UNIT WAS RECENTLY REPLACED. PROBLEM HAD NOT OCCURRED FOR A YEAR, AND DEALER DIDN'T...

Jul 17, 2001 Power Train

DEALER HAS TRIED TO FIX VEHICLE 5 TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM. VEHICLE IDLES UP TO 1500 RPM'S IN PARK AND VARIES IN DRIVE. PCM-VCM WAS REPLACED TWICE. THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR REPLACED TWICE, AND THE THROTTLE BODY UNIT WAS RECENTLY REPLACED. PROBLEM HAD NOT OCCURRED FOR A YEAR, AND DEALER DIDN'T...

Jul 9, 2001 Electrical System Crash

I HAVE AN ELECTICAL PROBLEM IN MY CAR THAT NO ONE SEEMS TO KNOW WHAT IS IF THE FUSE CONTINUES TO BLOW CONSTANTLY THEN THEY WILL BE ABBLE TO TRACE THE PROBLEM UNTIL THEN I HAVE THE BIRNDEN OF WORRYING ABOUT MY CAR CATCH ON FIRE FROM THIS SHORT.THEY TOLD ME TO POSSIBLY TRY A HEADLIGHT SWICH AT AN...

Jul 9, 2001 Electrical System Crash

I HAVE AN ELECTICAL PROBLEM IN MY CAR THAT NO ONE SEEMS TO KNOW WHAT IS IF THE FUSE CONTINUES TO BLOW CONSTANTLY THEN THEY WILL BE ABBLE TO TRACE THE PROBLEM UNTIL THEN I HAVE THE BIRNDEN OF WORRYING ABOUT MY CAR CATCH ON FIRE FROM THIS SHORT.THEY TOLD ME TO POSSIBLY TRY A HEADLIGHT SWICH AT AN...

Jul 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Visibility

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Equipment

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Visibility

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jul 5, 2001 Equipment

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER 17 TIMES FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. HORN WOULD STOP WORKING, ETS AND ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. RADIO WAS VERY HOT TO TOUCH. DEALER HAS REPLACED RADIO 6 TIMES, AND MOTOR OF DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOWS 6 TIMES. CONSUMER FELT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE...

Jun 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE PREMATURELY WEARING, AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED/ CUT DOWN FOUR TIMES, CAUSE UNKNOWN. NO INJURIES OR COLLISION HAS OCCURRED DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

Jun 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE PREMATURELY WEARING, AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED/ CUT DOWN FOUR TIMES, CAUSE UNKNOWN. NO INJURIES OR COLLISION HAS OCCURRED DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

May 29, 2001 Electrical System

SUBJECT: RECALL # 00V287000 MY CAR EXPERIENCED THE IDENTICAL SYMPTOMS AS THOSE OUTLINED IN THE RECALL OF 1994 AND 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM'S. I CONTACTED PONTIAC TWICE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL ONLY APPLIED TO 1994 AND 1995 MODEL YEARS, AND I COULD NOT BE REIMBURSED FOR THE ...

May 29, 2001 Electrical System

SUBJECT: RECALL # 00V287000 MY CAR EXPERIENCED THE IDENTICAL SYMPTOMS AS THOSE OUTLINED IN THE RECALL OF 1994 AND 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM'S. I CONTACTED PONTIAC TWICE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL ONLY APPLIED TO 1994 AND 1995 MODEL YEARS, AND I COULD NOT BE REIMBURSED FOR THE ...

May 17, 2001 Electrical System Fire

AFTER PARKING VEHICLE NOTICED SMOKE AND THE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDERHOOD. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 17, 2001 Electrical System Fire

AFTER PARKING VEHICLE NOTICED SMOKE AND THE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDERHOOD. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL AT ANY TIME OR ANY SPEED, SUCH AS ENTERING A HIGHWAY OR CROSSING AN INTERSECTION OR ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER MUCH INVESTIGATING, PROBLEM WAS DETERMINED TO BE EXCESSIVE OIL PRESSURE. VERY HIGH OIL PRESSURE CAUSES THE ENGINE VALVES TO OPERATE INCORRECTLY RESULTING IS STALLI...

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL AT ANY TIME OR ANY SPEED, SUCH AS ENTERING A HIGHWAY OR CROSSING AN INTERSECTION OR ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER MUCH INVESTIGATING, PROBLEM WAS DETERMINED TO BE EXCESSIVE OIL PRESSURE. VERY HIGH OIL PRESSURE CAUSES THE ENGINE VALVES TO OPERATE INCORRECTLY RESULTING IS STALLI...

Apr 27, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER SMELLED FUEL INSIDE VEHICLE. DEALER STATED FUEL DRIPPED ON ALTERNATOR, REPLACED FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM TWICE, SECOND TIME IN AUGUST 2000. CONSUMER FELT THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE. *AK

Apr 27, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER SMELLED FUEL INSIDE VEHICLE. DEALER STATED FUEL DRIPPED ON ALTERNATOR, REPLACED FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM TWICE, SECOND TIME IN AUGUST 2000. CONSUMER FELT THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE. *AK

Apr 18, 2001 Electrical System

AFTER TURNING ENGINE OFF IGNITION KEY WILL NOT RELEASE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 18, 2001 Electrical System

AFTER TURNING ENGINE OFF IGNITION KEY WILL NOT RELEASE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 12, 2001 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS BOTTOM OF FRONT SUSPENSION FAILED, CAUSING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TO BREAK OFF, AND OTHER DAMAGE. *AK

Apr 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING BRAKE PROBLEMS, BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, WITHIN THE LAST 4 1/2 YEARS. *JB

Apr 12, 2001 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS BOTTOM OF FRONT SUSPENSION FAILED, CAUSING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TO BREAK OFF, AND OTHER DAMAGE. *AK

Apr 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING BRAKE PROBLEMS, BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, WITHIN THE LAST 4 1/2 YEARS. *JB

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Visibility

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Visibility

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL DEFECT KEEPS SHORTENING OUT ALTERNATOR / POWER MIRROR MOTORS AND HEADLIGHTS. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 5 ALTERNATORS WITHIN 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 3, 2001 Air Bags

I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLISION TRAVELING AT 35MPH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Apr 3, 2001 Air Bags

I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLISION TRAVELING AT 35MPH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Mar 29, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE COOLANT HAS A SLOW TO MEDUIM LEAK BECAUSE THERMOSTAT IS BAD. THERE IS A TSB# 676204, BUT DEALER IS NOT ACKNOWLEDGING ANY ASSISTANCE.*AK

Mar 29, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE COOLANT HAS A SLOW TO MEDUIM LEAK BECAUSE THERMOSTAT IS BAD. THERE IS A TSB# 676204, BUT DEALER IS NOT ACKNOWLEDGING ANY ASSISTANCE.*AK

Mar 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WILL CUT OFF SHORTLY AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP STATED THAT IT WAS AN INTERNAL PROBLEM RELATED TO PRESSURE IN OIL PUMP. *AK DEALER HAD REPLACED SPARK PLUGS, FUEL FILTER, IGNITION SPARK INSULATORS, COIL HOUSING, OIL PUMP COVER, OIL PAN GASKET, AND DEALER DID A CARBON CLEANING. *...

Mar 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

SERIOUS PROBLEM - COULD CAUSE FIRE. OIL DRIPPING ON EXHAUST. BURNING SMELL (LIKE RUBBER OR OIL) OBSERVED WHILE DRIVING CAR, ESPECIALLY (BUT NOT ONLY) WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CONTINUED TO SMELL STRONGLY SOMETIMES AFTER CAR WAS TURNED OFF. TOOK TO DEAL

Mar 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WILL CUT OFF SHORTLY AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP STATED THAT IT WAS AN INTERNAL PROBLEM RELATED TO PRESSURE IN OIL PUMP. *AK DEALER HAD REPLACED SPARK PLUGS, FUEL FILTER, IGNITION SPARK INSULATORS, COIL HOUSING, OIL PUMP COVER, OIL PAN GASKET, AND DEALER DID A CARBON CLEANING. *...

Mar 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

SERIOUS PROBLEM - COULD CAUSE FIRE. OIL DRIPPING ON EXHAUST. BURNING SMELL (LIKE RUBBER OR OIL) OBSERVED WHILE DRIVING CAR, ESPECIALLY (BUT NOT ONLY) WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CONTINUED TO SMELL STRONGLY SOMETIMES AFTER CAR WAS TURNED OFF. TOOK TO DEAL

Mar 26, 2001 Seat Belts

CASING ON SEAT BELT BUCKLE CRACKED, AND SEAT BELT WAS ON FLOOR. CONSUMER HAS TO PICK IT UP EACH TIME. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER SAID THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT ON WARRANTY ANY MORE. *AK *SLC

Mar 26, 2001 Seat Belts

CASING ON SEAT BELT BUCKLE CRACKED, AND SEAT BELT WAS ON FLOOR. CONSUMER HAS TO PICK IT UP EACH TIME. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER SAID THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT ON WARRANTY ANY MORE. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT END, MECHANIC FOUND LOWER CONTROL ARM ON BOTH SIDES NEEDS REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT END, MECHANIC FOUND LOWER CONTROL ARM ON BOTH SIDES NEEDS REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 16, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE WOULD MAKE A SCREETCHING NOISE WHEN TURNING CORNERS. TOOK VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC, AND MECHANIC INDICATED THAT BOTH CONTROL ARMS WERE MADE INCORRECTLY.*AK

Mar 16, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE WOULD MAKE A SCREETCHING NOISE WHEN TURNING CORNERS. TOOK VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC, AND MECHANIC INDICATED THAT BOTH CONTROL ARMS WERE MADE INCORRECTLY.*AK

Mar 15, 2001 Steering

CAR HAS 2 PIN HOLE LEAKS (SO FAR) IN HOSE OF POWER STEERING PUMP THAT IS CAUSING FLUID ON THE RACK AND PINION.

Mar 15, 2001 Steering

CAR HAS 2 PIN HOLE LEAKS (SO FAR) IN HOSE OF POWER STEERING PUMP THAT IS CAUSING FLUID ON THE RACK AND PINION.

Mar 14, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING EGR VALVE FAILED AT 79,000 MILES , CAUSING VEHICLE TO HESITATE. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK

Mar 14, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING EGR VALVE FAILED AT 79,000 MILES , CAUSING VEHICLE TO HESITATE. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK

Feb 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SHOP THAT REPAIRED THIS VEHICLE SEEMED PUZZLES WHY THE MANIFOLD FAILED. HE STATED THAT IT USUALLY FAILS AT 120,000 MILES. THREE OTHER PEOPLE TOLD ME THAY HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE SHOP THAT REPAIRED THIS VEHICLE SEEMED PUZZLES WHY THE MANIFOLD FAILED. HE STATED THAT IT USUALLY FAILS AT 120,000 MILES. THREE OTHER PEOPLE TOLD ME THAY HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 15, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER PUT KEY IN IGNITION AND TURNED IT AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED SMOKING. TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID IT WAS IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Feb 15, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER PUT KEY IN IGNITION AND TURNED IT AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED SMOKING. TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID IT WAS IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Feb 13, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM IS DANGEROUS. YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OVER BRAKING WHEN ABS IS ACTIVATED. *AK

Feb 13, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM IS DANGEROUS. YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OVER BRAKING WHEN ABS IS ACTIVATED. *AK

Feb 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ANTIFREEZE TURNS BLACK AND CLUMPY. KOONS HAS REPLACED PARTS AND FLUSHED SYSTEMS TWICE. THE THIRD TIME ON 2/6/01 REPLACE RADIATOR SERVICE PERSON STACY BACON STATED THEY FLUSHED THE SYSTEM AGAIN. ON 2/7/01 FLUID IS STILL BLACK. COULD YOU PLEASE HELP.*AK

Feb 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ANTIFREEZE TURNS BLACK AND CLUMPY. KOONS HAS REPLACED PARTS AND FLUSHED SYSTEMS TWICE. THE THIRD TIME ON 2/6/01 REPLACE RADIATOR SERVICE PERSON STACY BACON STATED THEY FLUSHED THE SYSTEM AGAIN. ON 2/7/01 FLUID IS STILL BLACK. COULD YOU PLEASE HELP.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AFTER THERE WAS A CRASH ON JULY 28, 2000 AND THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED 18 HOURS AFTER THE CRASH ON JULY 29 2000 *AK

Jan 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AFTER THERE WAS A CRASH ON JULY 28, 2000 AND THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED 18 HOURS AFTER THE CRASH ON JULY 29 2000 *AK

Jan 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES ARE TOO SENSITIVE; WHEN TAPPING ON BRAKES CAR JERKS.*AK

Jan 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES ARE TOO SENSITIVE; WHEN TAPPING ON BRAKES CAR JERKS.*AK

Jan 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER APPROXIMATELY EVERY 12 MONTH THERE IS A SHUDDER TO THE CAR WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME TAKING THIS CAR AND HAVING NEW ROTORS PUT ON. DEALERSHIP STATES ROTORS KEEP WARPING.

Jan 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER APPROXIMATELY EVERY 12 MONTH THERE IS A SHUDDER TO THE CAR WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME TAKING THIS CAR AND HAVING NEW ROTORS PUT ON. DEALERSHIP STATES ROTORS KEEP WARPING.

Jan 15, 2001 Wheels

I HAVE HAD 3 LUG STEMS BREAK OFF OF 3 DIFFERENT WHEELS IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. I HAVE FILED 2 PROBLEM REPORTS WITH GM CUSTOMER SERVICE. I DON;T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS RECORD OF LUG STEMS BREAKING. I THINK GM SHOULD REPLACE MY LUG STEMS AND BOLTS WITH A SAFE PRODUCT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHA...

Jan 15, 2001 Wheels

I HAVE HAD 3 LUG STEMS BREAK OFF OF 3 DIFFERENT WHEELS IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. I HAVE FILED 2 PROBLEM REPORTS WITH GM CUSTOMER SERVICE. I DON;T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS RECORD OF LUG STEMS BREAKING. I THINK GM SHOULD REPLACE MY LUG STEMS AND BOLTS WITH A SAFE PRODUCT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHA...

Jan 15, 2001 Wheels

I HAVE HAD 3 LUG STEMS BREAK OFF OF 3 DIFFERENT WHEELS IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. I HAVE FILED 2 PROBLEM REPORTS WITH GM CUSTOMER SERVICE. I DON;T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS RECORD OF LUG STEMS BREAKING. I THINK GM SHOULD REPLACE MY LUG STEMS AND BOLTS WITH A SAFE PRODUCT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHA...

Jan 15, 2001 Wheels

I HAVE HAD 3 LUG STEMS BREAK OFF OF 3 DIFFERENT WHEELS IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. I HAVE FILED 2 PROBLEM REPORTS WITH GM CUSTOMER SERVICE. I DON;T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS RECORD OF LUG STEMS BREAKING. I THINK GM SHOULD REPLACE MY LUG STEMS AND BOLTS WITH A SAFE PRODUCT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHA...

Jan 12, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Suspension

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Suspension

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 12, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHILE UNDER WARRANTY SWAYBAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES. THE REAR WINDSHIELD LEAKED WATER INTO THE TRUNK WHICH CAUSED MOLDY CARPET THAT THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPLACE EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RATTLES AS WELL AS THE PLASTIC COVER...

Jan 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AT 45 MPH SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER, WENT INTO DITCH, AND ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jan 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AT 45 MPH SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER, WENT INTO DITCH, AND ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Visibility

BOTH FRONT WINDOWS HAVE FALLEN OUT OF THEIR ORIGINAL TRACKS AND HAVE TO BE REALIGNED BY HAND WHENEVER THEY ARE ROLLED DOWN. NLM

Dec 26, 2000 Visibility

BOTH FRONT WINDOWS HAVE FALLEN OUT OF THEIR ORIGINAL TRACKS AND HAVE TO BE REALIGNED BY HAND WHENEVER THEY ARE ROLLED DOWN. NLM

Dec 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM HAS MULTIPLE BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAVE REPLACED CALIPERS AND ROTORS AND PADS WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS THE BRAKES START CLUNKING AND THE STOPPING DISTANCE TIME IS DECREASED.I HAVE CONTACTED THE MAIN PONTIAC COMPANY WITH NO POSITIVE RESULTS. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM HAS MULTIPLE BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAVE REPLACED CALIPERS AND ROTORS AND PADS WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS THE BRAKES START CLUNKING AND THE STOPPING DISTANCE TIME IS DECREASED.I HAVE CONTACTED THE MAIN PONTIAC COMPANY WITH NO POSITIVE RESULTS. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM HAS MULTIPLE BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAVE REPLACED CALIPERS AND ROTORS AND PADS WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS THE BRAKES START CLUNKING AND THE STOPPING DISTANCE TIME IS DECREASED.I HAVE CONTACTED THE MAIN PONTIAC COMPANY WITH NO POSITIVE RESULTS. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM HAS MULTIPLE BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAVE REPLACED CALIPERS AND ROTORS AND PADS WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS THE BRAKES START CLUNKING AND THE STOPPING DISTANCE TIME IS DECREASED.I HAVE CONTACTED THE MAIN PONTIAC COMPANY WITH NO POSITIVE RESULTS. *AK

Dec 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEX-COOL WAS USED AS ONLY COOLANT. MY MECHANIC FAXED ME SOME INFORMATION ON DEX-COOL STATING THAT IT WAS STARTING TO CAUSE PROBLEMS IN THE 1ST CARS USING IT. EVERYTHING COOLING RELATED IS STARTING TO GO OUT.*AK

Dec 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEX-COOL WAS USED AS ONLY COOLANT. MY MECHANIC FAXED ME SOME INFORMATION ON DEX-COOL STATING THAT IT WAS STARTING TO CAUSE PROBLEMS IN THE 1ST CARS USING IT. EVERYTHING COOLING RELATED IS STARTING TO GO OUT.*AK

Nov 21, 2000 Tires

TIRE CASING STARTED TO PEEL OFF. WE WERE AWAY FROM HOME FOR THE WEEKEND. WE IMMEDIATELY CHANGED TO THE SPARE TIRE, AND LIMPED HOME. THE PONTIAC DEALER TOLD US THAT WE HAD TO GO TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER FOR AN ADJUSTMENT. THEY GAVE US AN ALLOWANCE TOWARD A NEW TIRE. BUT, I CAN'T HELP THINKING I CAUGHT ...

Nov 21, 2000 Tires

TIRE CASING STARTED TO PEEL OFF. WE WERE AWAY FROM HOME FOR THE WEEKEND. WE IMMEDIATELY CHANGED TO THE SPARE TIRE, AND LIMPED HOME. THE PONTIAC DEALER TOLD US THAT WE HAD TO GO TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER FOR AN ADJUSTMENT. THEY GAVE US AN ALLOWANCE TOWARD A NEW TIRE. BUT, I CAN'T HELP THINKING I CAUGHT ...

Nov 18, 2000 Electrical System

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 18, 2000 Electrical System

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS FAILURE IS PARTICULARLY BAD BECAUSE BOTH TIMES THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 10 MILES BEFORE THE OCCURRENCE (WHICH IN HINDSIGHT) I SEE WAS THE ONLY WARNING OF DANGER AND BOTH TIMES WERE PITCH DARK OUTSIDE, FIRST THE CAR SEEMED TO BE IN NEUTRAL IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IN THAT THE ENGINE REVVED, BUT...

Nov 17, 2000 Electrical System

THIS PROBLEM WAS REPORTED ACCURATELY BY ANOTHER PERSON 0DIID 726109/ WE JUST PURCHASED A BATTERY TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, WHICH IT DID FOR ABOUT 100 MILES, THEN IT WAS DITTO, BUT WOULD LIKE AN EMAIL AS TO WHAT THE PERSON ODIID 726109 FOUND TO BE THE PROBLEM. MY HUSBAND IS A MASTER MECHANIC. *AK

Nov 17, 2000 Electrical System

THIS PROBLEM WAS REPORTED ACCURATELY BY ANOTHER PERSON 0DIID 726109/ WE JUST PURCHASED A BATTERY TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, WHICH IT DID FOR ABOUT 100 MILES, THEN IT WAS DITTO, BUT WOULD LIKE AN EMAIL AS TO WHAT THE PERSON ODIID 726109 FOUND TO BE THE PROBLEM. MY HUSBAND IS A MASTER MECHANIC. *AK

Nov 9, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Nov 9, 2000 Electrical System

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Nov 9, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Nov 9, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Nov 9, 2000 Electrical System

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Nov 9, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ABS: STEERING GROANS AFTER HARD BRAKING OR TIGHT HIGH/LOW-SPEED TURNS/WARNING LIGHT COMES ON; ALTERNATOR: NOT CHARGING-REPLACED TWICE; THERMOSTAT REPLACED TWICE

Oct 29, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHUTS DOWN ENGINE WHEN PUT IN GEAR, ENGINE SHUTS OFF LIKE TRANSMISSION IS LOCKED UP

Oct 29, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHUTS DOWN ENGINE WHEN PUT IN GEAR, ENGINE SHUTS OFF LIKE TRANSMISSION IS LOCKED UP

Oct 27, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTERMITTENTLY VEHICLE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE WOULD RESTART AFTER 15-20 MINUTES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN DEALER'S SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS AND PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING, CONSUMER STATES THAT IT FEELS AS IF THE ENGINE IS NOT RECEIVING FUEL AND A HOT BURNING ODOR IS COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK AR...

Oct 27, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTERMITTENTLY VEHICLE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE WOULD RESTART AFTER 15-20 MINUTES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN DEALER'S SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS AND PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING, CONSUMER STATES THAT IT FEELS AS IF THE ENGINE IS NOT RECEIVING FUEL AND A HOT BURNING ODOR IS COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK AR...

Oct 26, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE SUDDENLY BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER. ALSO, WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN STEERING DID THE SAME. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR ABOUT TWO MONTHS. DEALERSHIP WAS CALLED ABOUT THE PROBLEM. OWNER WAS TOLD TO CHECK WITH MANUFACTURER. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED.*...

Oct 26, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE SUDDENLY BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER. ALSO, WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN STEERING DID THE SAME. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR ABOUT TWO MONTHS. DEALERSHIP WAS CALLED ABOUT THE PROBLEM. OWNER WAS TOLD TO CHECK WITH MANUFACTURER. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED.*...

Oct 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SLOWING DOWN BY APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY WHEN BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKES. CONSUMER HAD TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY AND GET INTO RIGHT LANE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. THEN, GRADUALLY APPLIED EMERGENCY BRA...

Oct 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SLOWING DOWN BY APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY WHEN BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKES. CONSUMER HAD TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY AND GET INTO RIGHT LANE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. THEN, GRADUALLY APPLIED EMERGENCY BRA...

Oct 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SLOWING DOWN BY APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY WHEN BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKES. CONSUMER HAD TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY AND GET INTO RIGHT LANE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. THEN, GRADUALLY APPLIED EMERGENCY BRA...

Oct 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SLOWING DOWN BY APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY WHEN BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKES. CONSUMER HAD TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY AND GET INTO RIGHT LANE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. THEN, GRADUALLY APPLIED EMERGENCY BRA...

Oct 16, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WAS DRIVING 40MPH & LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. HIT EMBANKMENT HEAD ON & FLIPPED OVER SEVERAL TIMES, HITTING THE RIGHT FRONT. ONCE HITTING THE GROUND AFTER FLIPPING, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. VEHICLE DECLARED TOTALED. DRIVER SUFFERED HEAD INJURIES & WAS HOSPITALIZED.*AK

Oct 16, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WAS DRIVING 40MPH & LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. HIT EMBANKMENT HEAD ON & FLIPPED OVER SEVERAL TIMES, HITTING THE RIGHT FRONT. ONCE HITTING THE GROUND AFTER FLIPPING, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. VEHICLE DECLARED TOTALED. DRIVER SUFFERED HEAD INJURIES & WAS HOSPITALIZED.*AK

Oct 9, 2000 Air Bags Crash

I HIT A DEER AT 50-55 MPH, AIR BAG SENSORS INDICATED DEPLOYMENT, DIDN'T DEPLOY

Oct 9, 2000 Air Bags Crash

I HIT A DEER AT 50-55 MPH, AIR BAG SENSORS INDICATED DEPLOYMENT, DIDN'T DEPLOY

Oct 6, 2000 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW GOES UP AND DOWN AND GETS STUCK BY IT'S SELF.*AK

Oct 6, 2000 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW GOES UP AND DOWN AND GETS STUCK BY IT'S SELF.*AK

Sep 20, 2000 Tires

AFETR MARKET TIRES, P185/80R13 SIZE. RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPLORED WITHOUT WARNING ON THE INSIDE WALL WHILE DRIVING 40-45MPH.*AK FAILED TIRE WAS A GOODYEAR REGATTA, CONSUMER NOTED THAT THE BLOWOUT RESULTED IN A PERPENDICULAR CUT TO THE INNER SIDEWALL FROM THE RIM, AFTER INSPECTION, THE OTHER THREE TI...

Sep 20, 2000 Tires

AFETR MARKET TIRES, P185/80R13 SIZE. RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPLORED WITHOUT WARNING ON THE INSIDE WALL WHILE DRIVING 40-45MPH.*AK FAILED TIRE WAS A GOODYEAR REGATTA, CONSUMER NOTED THAT THE BLOWOUT RESULTED IN A PERPENDICULAR CUT TO THE INNER SIDEWALL FROM THE RIM, AFTER INSPECTION, THE OTHER THREE TI...

Sep 19, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN PUTTING KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH THERE IS NO RESPONSE, VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN OVER. CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC REPLACED INNER MECHANISM OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE BROKE DOWN AGAIN, VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP.*AK

Sep 19, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN PUTTING KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH THERE IS NO RESPONSE, VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN OVER. CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC REPLACED INNER MECHANISM OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE BROKE DOWN AGAIN, VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP.*AK

Sep 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE ACCELERATED FROM LOW TO HIGH-PREDOMINANT ENGINE SURGE AT 3500-4000 RANGE/HUBBY IS ASE MASTER MECHANIC-WILL LOOK INTO. *AK

Sep 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE ACCELERATED FROM LOW TO HIGH-PREDOMINANT ENGINE SURGE AT 3500-4000 RANGE/HUBBY IS ASE MASTER MECHANIC-WILL LOOK INTO. *AK

Sep 8, 2000 Tires Crash

PE00 020 ; CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND SHE WAS ON HER WAY TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT FRONT LEFT TIRE HAD SEPARTED. TIRE SIZE WAS P205/55R16. TIRE WAS AN EAGLE GOODYEAR. SECOND INCIDENT ON 06-JUN-99, WHILE SHE WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY REAR LEFT TIRE SEPARATED. ...

Sep 8, 2000 Tires Crash

PE00 020 ; CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND SHE WAS ON HER WAY TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT FRONT LEFT TIRE HAD SEPARTED. TIRE SIZE WAS P205/55R16. TIRE WAS AN EAGLE GOODYEAR. SECOND INCIDENT ON 06-JUN-99, WHILE SHE WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY REAR LEFT TIRE SEPARATED. ...

Aug 29, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY

Aug 29, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY

Aug 23, 2000 Steering

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 23, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 23, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 23, 2000 Steering

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 23, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 23, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

COOLANT IS LEAKING ONTO RACK AND PINION, DETERIORATING THE RACK AND PINION, AND MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A TURN. ALSO, THERE IS ALOT OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND NOISE WHEN TURNING. POWER STEERING HOSE HAS GONE BAD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK POWER...

Aug 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRAVELING IN WET WEATHER, WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, IT IS LIKE A COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE BRAKES TO BEGIN GRIPPING...IT IS AS IF THE BRAKES ARE SATURATED WITH WATER.NO BRAKING ACTION FOR WHAT I BELIEVE IS AN UNSAFE PERIOD OF TIME. THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED IN ANY OT...

Aug 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRAVELING IN WET WEATHER, WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, IT IS LIKE A COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE BRAKES TO BEGIN GRIPPING...IT IS AS IF THE BRAKES ARE SATURATED WITH WATER.NO BRAKING ACTION FOR WHAT I BELIEVE IS AN UNSAFE PERIOD OF TIME. THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED IN ANY OT...

Aug 10, 2000 Suspension

BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS WORE OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO PULL TO LEFT AND RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 10, 2000 Suspension

BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS WORE OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO PULL TO LEFT AND RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 5, 2000 Tires

COMING APART AT SEAM. ANOTHER TIRE DOES NOT HAVE DOT NUMBERS. IT IS ALSO COMING APART. *AK( DOT NUMBER: MKT2E2BR29 TIRE SIZE: 205-55-R16 )

Aug 5, 2000 Tires

COMING APART AT SEAM. ANOTHER TIRE DOES NOT HAVE DOT NUMBERS. IT IS ALSO COMING APART. *AK( DOT NUMBER: MKT2E2BR29 TIRE SIZE: 205-55-R16 )

Jul 27, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 27, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 27, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 27, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 27, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 27, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATURE FAILED THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELLERATED AT FULL THROTTLE, SYSTEMS BEGAN TO ALARM ONE AT A TIME FIRST THE ABS THEN THE ETS, ECT LOCKING UP THE BRAKES KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING FOWARD WHEN THE ALTERNATOR FAILED THE ENGIN FINALY STOPPED. IT WOULD APPEAR THAT WHEN THE BATTER...

Jul 18, 2000 Exterior Lighting

OWNER WASHING VEHICLE WHEN FRONT HEADLIGHT LENS COVER FELL OFF WHILE PARKED. THIS CAUSED THE LIGHT BULB TO BE EXPOSED.*AK

Jul 18, 2000 Exterior Lighting

OWNER WASHING VEHICLE WHEN FRONT HEADLIGHT LENS COVER FELL OFF WHILE PARKED. THIS CAUSED THE LIGHT BULB TO BE EXPOSED.*AK

Jun 28, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES TO 3500 RPMS WITHOUT APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE HAS TO BE PUT INTO THE NETURAL TO GAIN CONTROL. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jun 28, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES TO 3500 RPMS WITHOUT APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE HAS TO BE PUT INTO THE NETURAL TO GAIN CONTROL. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jun 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE IDLING, AND CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIBRATE SO BADLY THAT IT APPEARED TO STALL. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANY MORE REPAIRS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE IDLING, AND CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIBRATE SO BADLY THAT IT APPEARED TO STALL. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANY MORE REPAIRS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 19, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 19, 2000 Electrical System

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 19, 2000 Visibility

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 19, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 19, 2000 Electrical System

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 19, 2000 Visibility

THERE ARE MORE PROBLEMS THEN LISTED. EVERY TIME I HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE DEALER IT HAS BEEN A WASTE OF TIME. PHONE CALLS NEVER RETURNED. I GET BLOWN OFF BY THEM. I WAS IN ROYAL OAK,MI WITH MY FRIENDS WHEN THE CAR FROZE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. EVERY DASH LIGHT WAS BLINKING, AND WE COULDN'T GET ...

Jun 15, 2000 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR WAS NOT OPERABLE. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO TURN OFF THE CAR AND LET IT COOLDOWN, AND THEN THEY WOULD PULL THE WINDOW ON TRACK MANUALLY, PUSHING THE SWITCH. 3 MOTORS HAVE FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED BY DEALER. *AK *ML

Jun 15, 2000 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR WAS NOT OPERABLE. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO TURN OFF THE CAR AND LET IT COOLDOWN, AND THEN THEY WOULD PULL THE WINDOW ON TRACK MANUALLY, PUSHING THE SWITCH. 3 MOTORS HAVE FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED BY DEALER. *AK *ML

Jun 14, 2000 Electrical System

ALTERNATOR GONE AFTER 2 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP/INTAKE/MANIFOLD AS STATED/POWER WINDOWS DEFECTIVE/AIR CONDITIONER WENT OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUMMER - HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS IN ONLY 1 YEAR OF OWNERSHIP!

Jun 14, 2000 Electrical System

ALTERNATOR GONE AFTER 2 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP/INTAKE/MANIFOLD AS STATED/POWER WINDOWS DEFECTIVE/AIR CONDITIONER WENT OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUMMER - HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS IN ONLY 1 YEAR OF OWNERSHIP!

Jun 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING VEHICLE IDLED HIGH AND RAN ROUGH IN TRAVELING. *AK *ML

Jun 6, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CONDENSATION GETTING INTO THE HEADLIGHT LENS, CAUSING DISCOLORATION AND POOR VISIBILITY. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT REPAIRS/REPLACEMENT WOULD ONLY BE DONE AT CONSUMER'S COST.*AK

Jun 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING VEHICLE IDLED HIGH AND RAN ROUGH IN TRAVELING. *AK *ML

Jun 6, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CONDENSATION GETTING INTO THE HEADLIGHT LENS, CAUSING DISCOLORATION AND POOR VISIBILITY. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT REPAIRS/REPLACEMENT WOULD ONLY BE DONE AT CONSUMER'S COST.*AK

Jun 5, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL INJECTORS FAILED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT. NLM

Jun 5, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL INJECTORS FAILED CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE. NLM

Jun 5, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL INJECTORS FAILED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT. NLM

Jun 5, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL INJECTORS FAILED CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE. NLM

May 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

CAR ENGINE STARTED TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLE, FUEL SYSTEM WAS DAMAGE, NEW SYSTEM NEEDED.

May 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

CAR ENGINE STARTED TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLE, FUEL SYSTEM WAS DAMAGE, NEW SYSTEM NEEDED.

May 22, 2000 Suspension

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 22, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 22, 2000 Suspension

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 22, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS 1997 GRAND AM IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL FAILURES AND AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ALL. PLEASE CONTACT AT THE PHONE NUMBERS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS FORM ! NO AFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

May 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

TAPPED BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP. VEHICLE WENT OVER AN EMBANKMENT & ROLLED OVER. VEHICLE DECLARED TOTALED. PRIOR TO ACCIDENT, VEHICLE WAS IN REPAIR SHOP TWICE FOR BRAKE FAILURE. STATE TROOPER & INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INDICATED BRAKES WERE LOCKED UP AFTER ACCIDENT. EMERGENCY ROOM ...

May 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

TAPPED BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP. VEHICLE WENT OVER AN EMBANKMENT & ROLLED OVER. VEHICLE DECLARED TOTALED. PRIOR TO ACCIDENT, VEHICLE WAS IN REPAIR SHOP TWICE FOR BRAKE FAILURE. STATE TROOPER & INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INDICATED BRAKES WERE LOCKED UP AFTER ACCIDENT. EMERGENCY ROOM ...

May 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CHRISTMAS EVE 1999 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ACCESS ROAD A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE CAR BEGAN TO LOSE TO POWER. LUCKILY, WE WERE ABOUT 200 FEET FROM A GAS STATION. WE MANAGED TO GET THE CAR INTO THE GAS STATION. AT THIS TIME I SAW AN IMMENSE AMOUNT OF SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. MY...

May 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CHRISTMAS EVE 1999 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ACCESS ROAD A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE CAR BEGAN TO LOSE TO POWER. LUCKILY, WE WERE ABOUT 200 FEET FROM A GAS STATION. WE MANAGED TO GET THE CAR INTO THE GAS STATION. AT THIS TIME I SAW AN IMMENSE AMOUNT OF SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. MY...

May 8, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE RECALL ITEM HAS BEEN INSTALLED BUT STILL EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH KEY, THE KEY CONTINUALLY STUCK OFF AND ON AS THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN, RECALL CAMPAIGN # 02V070000. ALSO, THE ALTERNATOR WENT OUT TWICE WHILE DRIVING AND ONCE IN THE YARD, THE BATTERY HAS BEEN REPLACED ...

May 8, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE RECALL ITEM HAS BEEN INSTALLED BUT STILL EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH KEY, THE KEY CONTINUALLY STUCK OFF AND ON AS THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN, RECALL CAMPAIGN # 02V070000. ALSO, THE ALTERNATOR WENT OUT TWICE WHILE DRIVING AND ONCE IN THE YARD, THE BATTERY HAS BEEN REPLACED ...

May 5, 2000 Electrical System

THE MODULES IN QUESTION GO OUT WITHOUT WARNING. IN FACT THE DAY WE BOUGHT THE CAR ONE OF MODULES WENT OUT, AND WE WERE WITHOUT A CAR FOR SIX WEEKS. THE DEALER SAID THE MODULE WAS ON BACK ORDER. AND DIDN'T EVEN OFFER US A LOANER. ONE TIME IT WENT OUT ON MY WIFE IN THE MORNING IN THE DRIVEWAY. ONE...

May 5, 2000 Electrical System

THE MODULES IN QUESTION GO OUT WITHOUT WARNING. IN FACT THE DAY WE BOUGHT THE CAR ONE OF MODULES WENT OUT, AND WE WERE WITHOUT A CAR FOR SIX WEEKS. THE DEALER SAID THE MODULE WAS ON BACK ORDER. AND DIDN'T EVEN OFFER US A LOANER. ONE TIME IT WENT OUT ON MY WIFE IN THE MORNING IN THE DRIVEWAY. ONE...

May 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LOCKED UP WHEN BRAKE IS APPLIED. YH

May 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LOCKED UP WHEN BRAKE IS APPLIED. YH

May 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LOCKED UP WHEN BRAKE IS APPLIED. YH

May 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LOCKED UP WHEN BRAKE IS APPLIED. YH

May 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP FAILED. YH

May 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE CAUSED THE BRAKES TO GRAB AND LOCKED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT AND INJURY. YH

May 3, 2000 Electrical System Fire

PONTIAC GRAND AM 1997, ON 5/2/00 CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING DRIVEN DURING THE DAY, IT TURNED OVER ONCE, THEN NOTHING SAW SMOKE TRAIL COMING FROM TURN SIGNAL ARM CUT IGNITION SWITCH OFF, GOT OUT OF VECHILE, WENT INTO THE HOUSE, ABOUT 3MINUTES HEARD THE HORN OF THE VEHICLE SOUNDING, WENT OUTSIDE ...

May 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP FAILED. YH

May 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE CAUSED THE BRAKES TO GRAB AND LOCKED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT AND INJURY. YH

May 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP FAILED. YH

May 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE CAUSED THE BRAKES TO GRAB AND LOCKED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT AND INJURY. YH

May 3, 2000 Electrical System Fire

PONTIAC GRAND AM 1997, ON 5/2/00 CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING DRIVEN DURING THE DAY, IT TURNED OVER ONCE, THEN NOTHING SAW SMOKE TRAIL COMING FROM TURN SIGNAL ARM CUT IGNITION SWITCH OFF, GOT OUT OF VECHILE, WENT INTO THE HOUSE, ABOUT 3MINUTES HEARD THE HORN OF THE VEHICLE SOUNDING, WENT OUTSIDE ...

May 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP FAILED. YH

May 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE CAUSED THE BRAKES TO GRAB AND LOCKED RESULTING IN ACCIDENT AND INJURY. YH

Apr 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Apr 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Apr 13, 2000 Electrical System

IGNITION LOCKS UP. HAS HAPPEND SEVERAL TIMES. LOCKS UP AND THE KEY CANNOT BE TURNED EVEN WHEN THE STEERING COLUMN IS NOT LOCKED UP. LAST TIME IT HAPPEND WE HAD TO PUT THE CAR UP ON A JACK TO UNLOCK THE IGNITION? IT CANNOT BE FIXED NOWTHOUGH WITHOUT SPENDING ALOT OF MONEY. THE CAR WAS TAKEN IN T...

Apr 13, 2000 Electrical System

IGNITION LOCKS UP. HAS HAPPEND SEVERAL TIMES. LOCKS UP AND THE KEY CANNOT BE TURNED EVEN WHEN THE STEERING COLUMN IS NOT LOCKED UP. LAST TIME IT HAPPEND WE HAD TO PUT THE CAR UP ON A JACK TO UNLOCK THE IGNITION? IT CANNOT BE FIXED NOWTHOUGH WITHOUT SPENDING ALOT OF MONEY. THE CAR WAS TAKEN IN T...

Apr 10, 2000 Unknown Or Other

THE ENGINE QUITS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT THEN COMES ON AND THE CLOCK WILL NOT SHOW THE TIME. THE DEALER HAS SERVICED THE CAR 3 TIMES FOR THIS AND SAY IT IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT EACH TIME, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR DOES THE EXACT SAME THING EVERY TIME. THE WARRANTY ...

Apr 10, 2000 Steering

THE ENGINE QUITS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT THEN COMES ON AND THE CLOCK WILL NOT SHOW THE TIME. THE DEALER HAS SERVICED THE CAR 3 TIMES FOR THIS AND SAY IT IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT EACH TIME, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR DOES THE EXACT SAME THING EVERY TIME. THE WARRANTY ...

Apr 10, 2000 Unknown Or Other

THE ENGINE QUITS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT THEN COMES ON AND THE CLOCK WILL NOT SHOW THE TIME. THE DEALER HAS SERVICED THE CAR 3 TIMES FOR THIS AND SAY IT IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT EACH TIME, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR DOES THE EXACT SAME THING EVERY TIME. THE WARRANTY ...

Apr 10, 2000 Steering

THE ENGINE QUITS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT THEN COMES ON AND THE CLOCK WILL NOT SHOW THE TIME. THE DEALER HAS SERVICED THE CAR 3 TIMES FOR THIS AND SAY IT IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT EACH TIME, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR DOES THE EXACT SAME THING EVERY TIME. THE WARRANTY ...

Apr 9, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

OUR CAR DECELERATES FROM 65 MPH DOWN TO 45 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. THIS HAS OCCURRED NINE DIFFERENT TIMES AND WE ARE FORTUNATE THAT WE HAVE NOT BEEN KILLED. THE DEALERSHIP HAS NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING THIS AND THEY DON'T SEEM OVERLY CONCERNED THAT WE MAY DIE IF THIS OCCURS AGAIN. ALL WE ARE ASKING IS ...

Apr 9, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

OUR CAR DECELERATES FROM 65 MPH DOWN TO 45 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. THIS HAS OCCURRED NINE DIFFERENT TIMES AND WE ARE FORTUNATE THAT WE HAVE NOT BEEN KILLED. THE DEALERSHIP HAS NO IDEA WHAT IS CAUSING THIS AND THEY DON'T SEEM OVERLY CONCERNED THAT WE MAY DIE IF THIS OCCURS AGAIN. ALL WE ARE ASKING IS ...

Mar 19, 2000 Steering

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Steering

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 19, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS FROM THIS CAR AND, GM DOES NOT WANT TO HELP. I WAS SENT OUT OF THE DEALER SHIP WITH NO HORN FOR THREE DAYS. DEALERS ARE NOW SMART ENOUGH TO WORK AROUND THE LEMON LAW IN WORDING REPAIR ORDERS. I THINK WITH ALL THE MOTOR PROBLEMS AND, SAFETY ISSUES MAYBE AN INVESTIGATION S...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Mar 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TH NEXT YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR, I BEGAN TO LOSE COMPRESSION. THE CAR WOULD ALSO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, I NOTICED THAT MY "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ON." I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERS AND THEY GAVE A DIAGNOSIS OF "USING THE WRONG GAS". I AM A WOMEN, AND I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT...

Feb 28, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER COULD TURN ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS, BUT THEY WON'T WORK.DRIVER MUST KEEP ON TRYING UNTIL THEY WILL WORK. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONTACTED DEALER GOT NO HELP...CONTACTED FACTORY GOT NO HELP. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN SUMMARY.

Feb 28, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER COULD TURN ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS, BUT THEY WON'T WORK.DRIVER MUST KEEP ON TRYING UNTIL THEY WILL WORK. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONTACTED DEALER GOT NO HELP...CONTACTED FACTORY GOT NO HELP. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN SUMMARY.

Jan 31, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

TWICE I'VE EXITED MY CAR TO SEE MY HOOD OPENED TO THE SAFETY CATCH. IT'S A SCARY THOUGHT WHAT COULD OCCUR IF THE SECONDARY SAFETY DEVICE FAILED.

Jan 31, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

TWICE I'VE EXITED MY CAR TO SEE MY HOOD OPENED TO THE SAFETY CATCH. IT'S A SCARY THOUGHT WHAT COULD OCCUR IF THE SECONDARY SAFETY DEVICE FAILED.

Jan 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MNO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MNO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 27, 2000 Suspension

UPON DELIVERY OF MY CAR I HEARD A LOUD SPORADIC CRUNCHING NOICE FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY CAR. AFTER MANY VISITS MY ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND THE REASON I CONTACTED ANOTHER DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THE NOISE AS THE EVAP SYSTEM AND THAT IT WAS A NORMAL NOISE. THIS IS NOT A NORMAL NOISE TO ...

Jan 27, 2000 Suspension

UPON DELIVERY OF MY CAR I HEARD A LOUD SPORADIC CRUNCHING NOICE FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY CAR. AFTER MANY VISITS MY ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND THE REASON I CONTACTED ANOTHER DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THE NOISE AS THE EVAP SYSTEM AND THAT IT WAS A NORMAL NOISE. THIS IS NOT A NORMAL NOISE TO ...

Jan 21, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH DAY RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEAD LIGHTS GOING OUT. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL GOES UNRESOLVED. *AK

Jan 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 21, 2000 Electrical System

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 21, 2000 Electrical System

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 21, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH DAY RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEAD LIGHTS GOING OUT. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL GOES UNRESOLVED. *AK

Jan 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 21, 2000 Electrical System

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 21, 2000 Electrical System

THE WHEEL JOINT SIMPLY BROKE APART NO PRIOR WARNING. COMPANY DID COVER THAT. SPARK PLUG AND WIRE WERE SUPPOSED TO BE GOOD FOR 100,000 MILES, BUT WERE NO GOOD AFTER 47,000 MILES, WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 49,000MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW MILEAGE. I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS G...

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Electrical System

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Unknown Or Other

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Electrical System

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 16, 2000 Unknown Or Other

CARD RUNS ROUGH, STUMBLES AND HESITATES, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ON. DEALER REPLACED CATALITIC CONVERTER, O2 CENSORS, EGR VALVE, SPARK PLUGS TO NO AVAIL. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AT [email protected]. *AK

Jan 13, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TO DEALER FOUR TIMES FOR ROTORS. FIFTH SET NOW WARPING AFTER 6K MILES. HAVE HEARD ALL REASONS WHY IT COULD HAPPEN (MY FAULT) AND ALL BRAKE COMPONENTS (SUPPOSEDLY) CHECK OUT AS O.K. SERVICE MANAGER SAYS HE HAS REPLACED THEM "OUT OF THE GOODNESS OF HIS HEART" AND WILL NOT REPLAC...

Jan 13, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TO DEALER FOUR TIMES FOR ROTORS. FIFTH SET NOW WARPING AFTER 6K MILES. HAVE HEARD ALL REASONS WHY IT COULD HAPPEN (MY FAULT) AND ALL BRAKE COMPONENTS (SUPPOSEDLY) CHECK OUT AS O.K. SERVICE MANAGER SAYS HE HAS REPLACED THEM "OUT OF THE GOODNESS OF HIS HEART" AND WILL NOT REPLAC...

Jan 3, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN FRONTAL CRASH AT 60MPH AND NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK

Jan 3, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN FRONTAL CRASH AT 60MPH AND NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK

Dec 30, 1999 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AT 20MPH DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT REASON OR WARNING. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 30, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Electrical System

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Power Train

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Electrical System

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Structure

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Structure

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AT 20MPH DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT REASON OR WARNING. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 30, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Electrical System

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Power Train

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Electrical System

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Structure

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 30, 1999 Structure

REAR BRAKES BIND DURING NORMAL STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. UPON ACCELLERATION THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SQUEALS AND 1 OR 2 LOUD BANGS ARE HEARD AS THE BRAKES RELEASE. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND UNABLE TO DETECT ANY BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLES ALTERNATOR FAILED WITHOUT ANY TELTALE WARNING SIGNS, STRAND...

Dec 29, 1999 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 45 MPH ON FLAT ROAD WHEN DUAL AIRBAGS SUDDENDLY DEPLOYED, CAUSING BURN INJURIES. THERE WAS NO FRONTAL OR ANY KIND OF IMPACT. *AK

Dec 29, 1999 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 45 MPH ON FLAT ROAD WHEN DUAL AIRBAGS SUDDENDLY DEPLOYED, CAUSING BURN INJURIES. THERE WAS NO FRONTAL OR ANY KIND OF IMPACT. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Power Train

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Visibility

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Power Train

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Visibility

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 21, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

HAD THE SUNROOF MOTOR REPLACED 2 TIMES, LEFT FRONT WHEEL NOISE, DEALER SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM ALWAYS MAKES GRINDING NOISE LEFT FRONT AFTER CAR SITS ALL NIGHT , WHEN YOU FIRST PUT CAR IN REVERSE THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE, HAD TOO HAVE LEFT REAR TAILLGHT REPLACED WHEN NEW,CAR TRUNCK GETS DUST INTO AT ...

Dec 19, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Electrical System

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Electrical System

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Electrical System

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 19, 1999 Electrical System

THIS IS THE LETTER I SUBMITTED TO THEM: I'M WRITING YOU THIS LETTER TO LET YOU KNOW HOW DISATISFIED I AM WITH YOUR PRODUCT. I BOUGHT MY 97 PONTIAC GRAND AM NEW. I AM A STRONG BELIEVER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. THAT IS WHY I BOUGHT NEW VERSUS A USED VEHICLE. I BELIEVE THAT I SHOULD GET MORE FOR ...

Dec 8, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL SENSOR FAILED. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL SENSOR FAILED. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Electrical System

PCM FAILURE STALLED THE VEHICLE ON THE ROAD. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING SENSOR FAILED. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL SENSOR FAILED. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL SENSOR FAILED. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Electrical System

PCM FAILURE STALLED THE VEHICLE ON THE ROAD. YH

Dec 8, 1999 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING SENSOR FAILED. YH

Nov 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING AT SLOW SPEEDS (IN PARKING LOTS, ECT.) CAR WILL ACCELLERATE UNCONTROLLABLY. APPLYING BRAKES DOES NOT HELP, PUT IN NEUTRAL AND RPMS REV UP TO "RED ZONE". *AK

Nov 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TRAVELING AT SLOW SPEEDS (IN PARKING LOTS, ECT.) CAR WILL ACCELLERATE UNCONTROLLABLY. APPLYING BRAKES DOES NOT HELP, PUT IN NEUTRAL AND RPMS REV UP TO "RED ZONE". *AK

Nov 22, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING IN CITY AND WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE FOR A NORMAL STOP, THE PEDAL IS HARD AND BRAKES FAIL TO RESPOND CORRECTLY. VEHICLE HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER 7 TIMES FOR REPAIRS, BUT DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM OR SO HELP. *AK

Nov 22, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING IN CITY AND WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE FOR A NORMAL STOP, THE PEDAL IS HARD AND BRAKES FAIL TO RESPOND CORRECTLY. VEHICLE HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER 7 TIMES FOR REPAIRS, BUT DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM OR SO HELP. *AK

Nov 10, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES OVERHEAT, ROTORS WARP

Nov 10, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES OVERHEAT, ROTORS WARP

Nov 9, 1999 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC DRIVER BEHIND CONSUMER REAR ENDED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE. SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT, CAUSING PASSENGER TO BE THROWN FOWARD. HAD TO CATCH HERSELF WITH HER ARMS ON DASHBOARD OR FACE WOULD HAVE HIT THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Nov 9, 1999 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC DRIVER BEHIND CONSUMER REAR ENDED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE. SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT, CAUSING PASSENGER TO BE THROWN FOWARD. HAD TO CATCH HERSELF WITH HER ARMS ON DASHBOARD OR FACE WOULD HAVE HIT THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Oct 29, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

WHILE DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC A VAN CAME UP BEHIND CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED IT. CONSUMERS HAD TO SLAM ON BRAKES, PASSENGERS HAD TO RESTRAIN THEMSELVES BY PLACING HANDS ON THE DASHBOARD. SEAT BELTS WERE WORN AT THE TIME, BUT THEY DIDIN'T CATCH. THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED PASSENGER TO ...

Oct 29, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

WHILE DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC A VAN CAME UP BEHIND CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED IT. CONSUMERS HAD TO SLAM ON BRAKES, PASSENGERS HAD TO RESTRAIN THEMSELVES BY PLACING HANDS ON THE DASHBOARD. SEAT BELTS WERE WORN AT THE TIME, BUT THEY DIDIN'T CATCH. THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED PASSENGER TO ...

Oct 21, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 7 - 10 MPH, HAD A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH DID NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN THIS CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 21, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 7 - 10 MPH, HAD A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH DID NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN THIS CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 14, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

STARTED VEHICLE AND BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET, VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THAT ALTERNATOR BEARING WAS BAD AND REPLACED IT. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN ON 01-SEP-99/11-OCT-99 AND 13...

Oct 14, 1999 Electrical System

STARTED VEHICLE AND BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET, VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THAT ALTERNATOR BEARING WAS BAD AND REPLACED IT. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN ON 01-SEP-99/11-OCT-99 AND 13...

Oct 14, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

STARTED VEHICLE AND BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET, VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THAT ALTERNATOR BEARING WAS BAD AND REPLACED IT. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN ON 01-SEP-99/11-OCT-99 AND 13...

Oct 14, 1999 Electrical System

STARTED VEHICLE AND BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET, VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THAT ALTERNATOR BEARING WAS BAD AND REPLACED IT. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN ON 01-SEP-99/11-OCT-99 AND 13...

Oct 4, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Equipment

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SURGED AND IDLED VERY HIGH, CAUSEING SUDDEN ACCLERATION, WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SURGED AND IDLED VERY HIGH, CAUSEING SUDDEN ACCLERATION, WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 4, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Equipment

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL, AND WHEN COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLYING BRAKES THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE IS STILL ALSO, AIR CONDITOONING HOSE/ RADIATOR HOSE ,AND THE ALTERNATOR HAD BE REPLA...

Oct 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SURGED AND IDLED VERY HIGH, CAUSEING SUDDEN ACCLERATION, WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SURGED AND IDLED VERY HIGH, CAUSEING SUDDEN ACCLERATION, WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 20, 1999 Electrical System

AC/DELCO BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. *YC

Sep 20, 1999 Electrical System

AC/DELCO BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. *YC

Sep 20, 1999 Electrical System

AC/DELCO BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. *YC

Sep 20, 1999 Electrical System

AC/DELCO BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. *YC

Sep 15, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WOULD TRAVEL 40 MPH WITHOUT APPLYING GAS. *AK

Sep 15, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WOULD TRAVEL 40 MPH WITHOUT APPLYING GAS. *AK

Sep 13, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE. ENGINE WILL RACE AND TRY TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. BRAKES MUST BE FIRMLY APPLIED OR VEHICLE MUST BE PUT INTO PARK TO AVOID VEHICLE TAKING OFF. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. MANUFACTURER HAS PURCHASED VEHICLE BACK. *AK

Sep 13, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE. ENGINE WILL RACE AND TRY TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. BRAKES MUST BE FIRMLY APPLIED OR VEHICLE MUST BE PUT INTO PARK TO AVOID VEHICLE TAKING OFF. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. MANUFACTURER HAS PURCHASED VEHICLE BACK. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ON-GOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH SUDDEN ACCELERATION. WHENEVER VEHICLE CAME DOWN TO A SLOW SPEED OF APPRX. 20 MPH OR LESS, ENGINE WOULD ACCELERATE. CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT ENGAGED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. CAN NHTSA PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ON-GOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH SUDDEN ACCELERATION. WHENEVER VEHICLE CAME DOWN TO A SLOW SPEED OF APPRX. 20 MPH OR LESS, ENGINE WOULD ACCELERATE. CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT ENGAGED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. CAN NHTSA PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WILL ALMOST DIE WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC. IT WILL STUMBLE , FALL ON ITS FACE WHAT EVER YOU CALL IT. BUT THEN IT WILL USUALLY TAKE BACK OFF REAL QUICK. IT USES TO MUCH GAS AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON ALONG WITH THE COOLANT LIGHT. THE BLINKERS SOMETIMES DON'T WORK EITHER.

Aug 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WILL ALMOST DIE WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC. IT WILL STUMBLE , FALL ON ITS FACE WHAT EVER YOU CALL IT. BUT THEN IT WILL USUALLY TAKE BACK OFF REAL QUICK. IT USES TO MUCH GAS AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON ALONG WITH THE COOLANT LIGHT. THE BLINKERS SOMETIMES DON'T WORK EITHER.

Aug 11, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY ACCELERATE, AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. HAD TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE A COUPLE OF TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. DEALER REPLACE COMPUTER TWICE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. OCCURRED 3 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. ...

Aug 11, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY ACCELERATE, AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. HAD TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE A COUPLE OF TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. DEALER REPLACE COMPUTER TWICE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. OCCURRED 3 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. ...

Aug 11, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY ACCELERATE, AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. HAD TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE A COUPLE OF TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. DEALER REPLACE COMPUTER TWICE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. OCCURRED 3 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. ...

Aug 11, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY ACCELERATE, AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. HAD TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE A COUPLE OF TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. DEALER REPLACE COMPUTER TWICE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. OCCURRED 3 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. ...

Aug 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES. CONSUMER HAS TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE. ENGINE WILL RACE, AND THEN THE VEHICLE WILL SLOW DOWN AND COME TO A STOP. *AK

Aug 4, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES. CONSUMER HAS TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE. ENGINE WILL RACE, AND THEN THE VEHICLE WILL SLOW DOWN AND COME TO A STOP. *AK

Aug 2, 1999 Steering

HOSE HAS DEVELOPED PINHOLE LEAKS ALL ALONG THE HOSE

Aug 2, 1999 Steering

HOSE HAS DEVELOPED PINHOLE LEAKS ALL ALONG THE HOSE

Jul 28, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT DOWN. ALSO THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE FAULT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT DOWN. ALSO THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE FAULT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT DOWN. ALSO THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE FAULT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT DOWN. ALSO THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE FAULT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Wheels

WITHOUT ANY FORCE APPLIED WHEEL STUDS BROKE OFF WHICH ALOST CAUSED TIRE TO FALL OFF. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Wheels

WITHOUT ANY FORCE APPLIED WHEEL STUDS BROKE OFF WHICH ALOST CAUSED TIRE TO FALL OFF. *AK

Jul 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN SHIFTING FROM DRIVE TO THIRD GEAR, AND WHEN SHIFTING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR, IT ALSO ACCELERATED. *AK

Jul 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN SHIFTING FROM DRIVE TO THIRD GEAR, AND WHEN SHIFTING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR, IT ALSO ACCELERATED. *AK

Jul 21, 1999 Exterior Lighting

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jul 21, 1999 Exterior Lighting

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jul 20, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ACCELERATOR PEDAL STUCK, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UPTO 75 MPH AND RACED UP TO OVER 2000 RPMS WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WOULD STOP UNTIL DRIVER SLAMMED ON BRAKES REALLY HARD. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 20, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ACCELERATOR PEDAL STUCK, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UPTO 75 MPH AND RACED UP TO OVER 2000 RPMS WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WOULD STOP UNTIL DRIVER SLAMMED ON BRAKES REALLY HARD. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 10, 1999 Equipment Fire

FIRE IN RADIO, THIS DID NOT DAMAGE MAIN WIRING AND DID NOT BLOW FUES(S)

Jul 10, 1999 Equipment Fire

FIRE IN RADIO, THIS DID NOT DAMAGE MAIN WIRING AND DID NOT BLOW FUES(S)

Jul 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

THE ENGINE IDLES AT 2000RPM WHEN TURNED ON. THEN BRAKES HAVE TO BE APPLIED SO THAT VEHICLE DOES NOT TAKE OFF. DEALER CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

THE ENGINE IDLES AT 2000RPM WHEN TURNED ON. THEN BRAKES HAVE TO BE APPLIED SO THAT VEHICLE DOES NOT TAKE OFF. DEALER CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 7, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHEN DECELERATING HEADLIGHTS BEGIN TO FLICKER ON/OFF. DEALER SAYS THAT IT'S NORMAL OPERATION FOR THE HEADLIGHTS. *AK

Jul 7, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHEN DECELERATING HEADLIGHTS BEGIN TO FLICKER ON/OFF. DEALER SAYS THAT IT'S NORMAL OPERATION FOR THE HEADLIGHTS. *AK

Jul 2, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH. ALSO, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER REPLACED PARTS, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jul 2, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH. ALSO, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER REPLACED PARTS, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jul 2, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH. ALSO, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER REPLACED PARTS, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jul 2, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH. ALSO, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. DEALER REPLACED PARTS, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jun 2, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Parking Brake

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Steering

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Parking Brake

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

Jun 2, 1999 Steering

CAR TRIES TO DIE AS ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF IN A INTERSECTION OR FROM A STOP. I'VE HAD IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES AND NEVER HAS BEEN FIXED. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE UNLESS PULLED TO LAST CLICK. ALL OF THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. POWER STEERING PUMP. AND OIL PUMP REPACED. SERVICE P...

May 30, 1999 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THE POWER SUNROOF HAS FAILED, EACH TIME IT FAILS IN THE EXACT SAME MANNER, THE WINDOW IS OPENED SLIGHTLY TO VENT AND THEN THE UNIT FAILS, AND IT WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. THE SECOND TIME, THE CAR WAS IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK, THEN I HAD TO WAIT A MONTH FOR A PART TO COME IN. I...

May 30, 1999 Visibility

THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THE POWER SUNROOF HAS FAILED, EACH TIME IT FAILS IN THE EXACT SAME MANNER, THE WINDOW IS OPENED SLIGHTLY TO VENT AND THEN THE UNIT FAILS, AND IT WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. THE SECOND TIME, THE CAR WAS IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK, THEN I HAD TO WAIT A MONTH FOR A PART TO COME IN. I...

May 30, 1999 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THE POWER SUNROOF HAS FAILED, EACH TIME IT FAILS IN THE EXACT SAME MANNER, THE WINDOW IS OPENED SLIGHTLY TO VENT AND THEN THE UNIT FAILS, AND IT WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. THE SECOND TIME, THE CAR WAS IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK, THEN I HAD TO WAIT A MONTH FOR A PART TO COME IN. I...

May 30, 1999 Visibility

THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THE POWER SUNROOF HAS FAILED, EACH TIME IT FAILS IN THE EXACT SAME MANNER, THE WINDOW IS OPENED SLIGHTLY TO VENT AND THEN THE UNIT FAILS, AND IT WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. THE SECOND TIME, THE CAR WAS IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK, THEN I HAD TO WAIT A MONTH FOR A PART TO COME IN. I...

May 28, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WHENEVER VEHICLE IS STARTED OR WHEN DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT DEALER SHOP ON EIGHT OCCASIONS, AND DEALER WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

May 28, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WHENEVER VEHICLE IS STARTED OR WHEN DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT DEALER SHOP ON EIGHT OCCASIONS, AND DEALER WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

May 26, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKING, THE VEHICLE PULSATES AS IF SOMETHING IS OUT-OF-ROUND. THE SENSATION ORIGINATES IN THE FRONT END (MAYBE FROM THE ROTOR). *AK

May 26, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKING, THE VEHICLE PULSATES AS IF SOMETHING IS OUT-OF-ROUND. THE SENSATION ORIGINATES IN THE FRONT END (MAYBE FROM THE ROTOR). *AK

May 26, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKING, THE VEHICLE PULSATES AS IF SOMETHING IS OUT-OF-ROUND. THE SENSATION ORIGINATES IN THE FRONT END (MAYBE FROM THE ROTOR). *AK

May 26, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKING, THE VEHICLE PULSATES AS IF SOMETHING IS OUT-OF-ROUND. THE SENSATION ORIGINATES IN THE FRONT END (MAYBE FROM THE ROTOR). *AK

May 20, 1999 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON A FLAT SURFACE DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN AN CRASH.

May 20, 1999 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON A FLAT SURFACE DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN AN CRASH.

May 10, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE CONTINAULLY EXPERIENCE HIGH RPM'S AND ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN WITHOUT THROTTLE, REPLACEMENT OF O2 SENSORS AND PCM DID NOT RECTIFY ACCELERATION PROBLEMS. MJS

May 10, 1999 Equipment

RADIO FAILED. MJS

May 10, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING, REPLACEMENT OF THE VALVE BODY AND OIL PUMP NECESSARY. MJS

May 10, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING, REPLACEMENT OF THE VALVE BODY AND OIL PUMP NECESSARY. MJS

May 10, 1999 Structure

DASHBOARD VIBRATION AND MAKING NOISE. MJS

May 10, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE CONTINAULLY EXPERIENCE HIGH RPM'S AND ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN WITHOUT THROTTLE, REPLACEMENT OF O2 SENSORS AND PCM DID NOT RECTIFY ACCELERATION PROBLEMS. MJS

May 10, 1999 Equipment

RADIO FAILED. MJS

May 10, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING, REPLACEMENT OF THE VALVE BODY AND OIL PUMP NECESSARY. MJS

May 10, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING, REPLACEMENT OF THE VALVE BODY AND OIL PUMP NECESSARY. MJS

May 10, 1999 Structure

DASHBOARD VIBRATION AND MAKING NOISE. MJS

Apr 27, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AND DRIVER PRESSES THE ACCELERATOR, VEHICLE WILL STALL AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE AND TAKE OFF. VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED FUEL PUMP/OIL PUMP AND COMPUTER ANALYSIS WERE DONE. RECENTLY BRAKES SEEMED TO BE PERFORMING POORLY. UPON BRAKING, STOPPING DISTANCE EX...

Apr 7, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE, AND THE BRAKES ARE HARD. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS HAD TO BE CHANGED BECAUSE THE ROTORS WORE OUT. *AK

Apr 7, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE, AND THE BRAKES ARE HARD. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS HAD TO BE CHANGED BECAUSE THE ROTORS WORE OUT. *AK

Apr 4, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 4, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE ACCELERATED VERY FAST, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PUT THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL. BUT VEHICLE DID NOT STOP, KEPT ACCELERATING. CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, AND VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN. CONSUMER ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. ALSO, VEHICLE ALMOST WENT INTO THE GAR...

Apr 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE ACCELERATED VERY FAST, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PUT THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL. BUT VEHICLE DID NOT STOP, KEPT ACCELERATING. CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, AND VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN. CONSUMER ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. ALSO, VEHICLE ALMOST WENT INTO THE GAR...

Mar 31, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND WHEN WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP OR REDUCE SPEED, THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE LIKE GRINDING METAL TO METAL. ALSO HAD REPLACED BRAKES ROTORS FOUR TIMES. *AK

Mar 31, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND WHEN WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP OR REDUCE SPEED, THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE LIKE GRINDING METAL TO METAL. ALSO HAD REPLACED BRAKES ROTORS FOUR TIMES. *AK

Mar 31, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND WHEN WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP OR REDUCE SPEED, THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE LIKE GRINDING METAL TO METAL. ALSO HAD REPLACED BRAKES ROTORS FOUR TIMES. *AK

Mar 31, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND WHEN WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP OR REDUCE SPEED, THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE LIKE GRINDING METAL TO METAL. ALSO HAD REPLACED BRAKES ROTORS FOUR TIMES. *AK

Feb 28, 1999 Electrical System

I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR INTO THIS DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, THEY STILL FAIL TO FIX THE PROBLEM.

Feb 28, 1999 Electrical System

I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR INTO THIS DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, THEY STILL FAIL TO FIX THE PROBLEM.

Feb 2, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN TWO 40 MPH FRONTAL COLLISIONS IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 2, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN TWO 40 MPH FRONTAL COLLISIONS IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 1, 1999 Steering

ALARM SYSTEM FAILED ( TWICE ), ALARM WAS INSTALLED AT DEARLER WHEN PURCHASED. *YC

Feb 1, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED. NLM

Feb 1, 1999 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER PUMP FAILED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. NLM

Feb 1, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BREAKS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY. NLM

Feb 1, 1999 Steering

ALARM SYSTEM FAILED ( TWICE ), ALARM WAS INSTALLED AT DEARLER WHEN PURCHASED. *YC

Feb 1, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED. NLM

Feb 1, 1999 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER PUMP FAILED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. NLM

Feb 1, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BREAKS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY. NLM

Jan 31, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WEATHER CONDITIONS - SNOWING, HARD PACKED SNOW. WHEN DRIVING, THE VEHICLE PULLED OFF TO THE RIGHT. I TURNED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO GAIN CONTROL, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT SOME ICE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN AND LOSE CONTROL. IT ROLLED OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME BACK ONTO ITS WHEELS INTO T...

Jan 31, 1999 Suspension Crash

WEATHER CONDITIONS - SNOWING, HARD PACKED SNOW. WHEN DRIVING, THE VEHICLE PULLED OFF TO THE RIGHT. I TURNED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO GAIN CONTROL, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT SOME ICE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN AND LOSE CONTROL. IT ROLLED OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME BACK ONTO ITS WHEELS INTO T...

Jan 31, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WEATHER CONDITIONS - SNOWING, HARD PACKED SNOW. WHEN DRIVING, THE VEHICLE PULLED OFF TO THE RIGHT. I TURNED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO GAIN CONTROL, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT SOME ICE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN AND LOSE CONTROL. IT ROLLED OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME BACK ONTO ITS WHEELS INTO T...

Jan 31, 1999 Suspension Crash

WEATHER CONDITIONS - SNOWING, HARD PACKED SNOW. WHEN DRIVING, THE VEHICLE PULLED OFF TO THE RIGHT. I TURNED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO GAIN CONTROL, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT SOME ICE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN AND LOSE CONTROL. IT ROLLED OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME BACK ONTO ITS WHEELS INTO T...

Jan 24, 1999 Suspension

DEFECTS CONSIST OF THE BRAKES FAILURE. WE TOK THE CAR BACK DUE TO THE BRAKES SCRUBBING, PEDAL WANTS TO SPRING BACK, FRONT ROTORS BLUE,REPAIRED BRAKES. WON'T STOP BEEN IN SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. REAR POPPING SOUND, CHANGE...

Jan 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEFECTS CONSIST OF THE BRAKES FAILURE. WE TOK THE CAR BACK DUE TO THE BRAKES SCRUBBING, PEDAL WANTS TO SPRING BACK, FRONT ROTORS BLUE,REPAIRED BRAKES. WON'T STOP BEEN IN SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. REAR POPPING SOUND, CHANGE...

Jan 24, 1999 Suspension

DEFECTS CONSIST OF THE BRAKES FAILURE. WE TOK THE CAR BACK DUE TO THE BRAKES SCRUBBING, PEDAL WANTS TO SPRING BACK, FRONT ROTORS BLUE,REPAIRED BRAKES. WON'T STOP BEEN IN SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. REAR POPPING SOUND, CHANGE...

Jan 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEFECTS CONSIST OF THE BRAKES FAILURE. WE TOK THE CAR BACK DUE TO THE BRAKES SCRUBBING, PEDAL WANTS TO SPRING BACK, FRONT ROTORS BLUE,REPAIRED BRAKES. WON'T STOP BEEN IN SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. REAR POPPING SOUND, CHANGE...

Jan 14, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING IN LOW SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE ROTORS BECAME WARPED, CAUSING THE BRAKES TO BE NOISY. *AK

Jan 14, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING IN LOW SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE ROTORS BECAME WARPED, CAUSING THE BRAKES TO BE NOISY. *AK

Dec 16, 1998 Suspension

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Air

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Suspension

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Air

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Suspension

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Air

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Suspension

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Air

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 16, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC-I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE FROM THIS CAR AND ABSOLUTELY ZERO HELP REPAIRING IT. I OWNED TWO BUICKS PRIOR TO THIS CAR AND WILL BUY ANOTHER AS SOON AS I CAN GET RID OF THIS LEMON!

Dec 1, 1998 Air Bags Crash

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 -65 MPH CONSUMER HIT GUARDRAIL AND THEN VEHICLE SPUN AROUND HITTING GUARD RAIL AGAIN HEAD-ON, DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH RESULTED IN INJURIES. VEHICLE SUSTAINED APPROXMATELY 10,000 DOLLARS WORTH OF DAMAGE ALONE TO FRONT END. *AK

Dec 1, 1998 Air Bags Crash

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 -65 MPH CONSUMER HIT GUARDRAIL AND THEN VEHICLE SPUN AROUND HITTING GUARD RAIL AGAIN HEAD-ON, DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH RESULTED IN INJURIES. VEHICLE SUSTAINED APPROXMATELY 10,000 DOLLARS WORTH OF DAMAGE ALONE TO FRONT END. *AK

Nov 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD SQUEAKY NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. *AK

Nov 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HAS A HESITATION WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR LEAVING A STOP. OIL PUMP HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. IGNITION MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. DEALER HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM ON 4 ATTEMPTS IN TWO WEEKS.

Nov 27, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE HAS A HESITATION WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR LEAVING A STOP. OIL PUMP HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. IGNITION MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. DEALER HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM ON 4 ATTEMPTS IN TWO WEEKS.

Nov 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD SQUEAKY NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. *AK

Nov 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HAS A HESITATION WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR LEAVING A STOP. OIL PUMP HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. IGNITION MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. DEALER HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM ON 4 ATTEMPTS IN TWO WEEKS.

Nov 27, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE HAS A HESITATION WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR LEAVING A STOP. OIL PUMP HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. IGNITION MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. DEALER HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM ON 4 ATTEMPTS IN TWO WEEKS.

Nov 25, 1998 Suspension Crash

TRAVELING 35MPH WHEN REAR OF VEHICLE HIT SIDE OF ROAD AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL. HIT A DITCH & CAME UP ON OTHER SIDE. TOOK TO MECHANIC & INFORMED LEFT REAR SUSPENSION OUT OF ALIGNMENT. HAD TO HAVE BEARINGS REPACKED. *AK *ML

Nov 25, 1998 Suspension Crash

TRAVELING 35MPH WHEN REAR OF VEHICLE HIT SIDE OF ROAD AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL. HIT A DITCH & CAME UP ON OTHER SIDE. TOOK TO MECHANIC & INFORMED LEFT REAR SUSPENSION OUT OF ALIGNMENT. HAD TO HAVE BEARINGS REPACKED. *AK *ML

Nov 5, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE IDLES HIGH WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING. IT IDLES ANYWHERE BETWEEN IT IDLES 1000-1500 RPM'S. THE BRAKES AUTOMATICALLY PUMP THEMSELVES WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE DEALER CORRECTED THE PROBLEM BY REPLACING A COMPUTER CHIP. THE VEHICLE IS ...

Nov 5, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE IDLES HIGH WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING. IT IDLES ANYWHERE BETWEEN IT IDLES 1000-1500 RPM'S. THE BRAKES AUTOMATICALLY PUMP THEMSELVES WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE DEALER CORRECTED THE PROBLEM BY REPLACING A COMPUTER CHIP. THE VEHICLE IS ...

Nov 5, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE IDLES HIGH WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING. IT IDLES ANYWHERE BETWEEN IT IDLES 1000-1500 RPM'S. THE BRAKES AUTOMATICALLY PUMP THEMSELVES WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE DEALER CORRECTED THE PROBLEM BY REPLACING A COMPUTER CHIP. THE VEHICLE IS ...

Nov 5, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE IDLES HIGH WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING. IT IDLES ANYWHERE BETWEEN IT IDLES 1000-1500 RPM'S. THE BRAKES AUTOMATICALLY PUMP THEMSELVES WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE DEALER CORRECTED THE PROBLEM BY REPLACING A COMPUTER CHIP. THE VEHICLE IS ...

Oct 30, 1998 Seats

PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT DOES NOT STAY LOCKED IN POSITION, CAUSING THE SEAT TO LUNGE FORWARD INTO WINDSHIELD. DEALER HAS LUBRICATED CATCHES, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK

Oct 30, 1998 Seats

PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT DOES NOT STAY LOCKED IN POSITION, CAUSING THE SEAT TO LUNGE FORWARD INTO WINDSHIELD. DEALER HAS LUBRICATED CATCHES, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK

Oct 27, 1998 Suspension

DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE RADIUS ARM DISCONNECTED FROM THE AXEL,AND TIRES FELL TO THE RIGHT. THE FRONT DROPPED, PUSHING THE FENDER BACK. ALSO, DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AJAR. *AK

Oct 27, 1998 Structure

DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE RADIUS ARM DISCONNECTED FROM THE AXEL,AND TIRES FELL TO THE RIGHT. THE FRONT DROPPED, PUSHING THE FENDER BACK. ALSO, DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AJAR. *AK

Oct 27, 1998 Suspension

DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE RADIUS ARM DISCONNECTED FROM THE AXEL,AND TIRES FELL TO THE RIGHT. THE FRONT DROPPED, PUSHING THE FENDER BACK. ALSO, DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AJAR. *AK

Oct 27, 1998 Structure

DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE RADIUS ARM DISCONNECTED FROM THE AXEL,AND TIRES FELL TO THE RIGHT. THE FRONT DROPPED, PUSHING THE FENDER BACK. ALSO, DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AJAR. *AK

Oct 26, 1998 Tires Crash

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT ANY WARNING SENDING VEHICLE INTO A DITCH. NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Oct 26, 1998 Tires Crash

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT ANY WARNING SENDING VEHICLE INTO A DITCH. NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Oct 22, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE STOPPED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION.

Oct 22, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE STOPPED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION.

Oct 20, 1998 Seats

PASSENGER SEAT TRACK/ADJUSTER ROD FAILED, AFTER REPAIR WORK COMPLETED THE UNIT FAILED AGAIN CAUSING PASSENGER TO HIT WINDSHIELD DURING EMERGENCY STOPPING.

Oct 20, 1998 Equipment

RADIO FAILED.

Oct 20, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS FAILED RESULTING IN ENGINE LEAKING.

Oct 20, 1998 Structure

GAS BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND MAIN BODY OF VEHICLE, DOOR WILL NOT SEAL AND THEREFORE LEAKS, TRIM IS LOOSE AND SAGGING DUE TO DEFECT.

Oct 20, 1998 Seats

PASSENGER SEAT TRACK/ADJUSTER ROD FAILED, AFTER REPAIR WORK COMPLETED THE UNIT FAILED AGAIN CAUSING PASSENGER TO HIT WINDSHIELD DURING EMERGENCY STOPPING.

Oct 20, 1998 Equipment

RADIO FAILED.

Oct 20, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS FAILED RESULTING IN ENGINE LEAKING.

Oct 20, 1998 Structure

GAS BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND MAIN BODY OF VEHICLE, DOOR WILL NOT SEAL AND THEREFORE LEAKS, TRIM IS LOOSE AND SAGGING DUE TO DEFECT.

Sep 29, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHITE LEAVING A PARKING LOT AND APPLYING BRAKES AT STOP SIGN, MOTOR REVVED TO 3000 RPM AND ANTILOCK BRAKES STARTED PUMPING. HAD TO SHIFT CAR INTO NEUTRAL TO AVOID HITTING CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MOTOR REVVED FOR ABOUT ONE MINUTE BEFORE RETURING TO NORMAL IDLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES AND ALW...

Sep 29, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHITE LEAVING A PARKING LOT AND APPLYING BRAKES AT STOP SIGN, MOTOR REVVED TO 3000 RPM AND ANTILOCK BRAKES STARTED PUMPING. HAD TO SHIFT CAR INTO NEUTRAL TO AVOID HITTING CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MOTOR REVVED FOR ABOUT ONE MINUTE BEFORE RETURING TO NORMAL IDLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES AND ALW...

Sep 4, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 4, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES AT 3000 RPM FOR REASONS UNKNOWN. ALSO ONCE BRAKE IS RELEASED VEHICLE WILL RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO 60 MPH. DEALERS HAS REPLACED COMPUTER MODULE WHICH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. VEHICLE ALSO HAS BRAKE PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUALLY OVERHEAT AND WARP DUE TO DESIGN FLAW (LACK OF VENTILLATION).

Sep 2, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUALLY OVERHEAT AND WARP DUE TO DESIGN FLAW (LACK OF VENTILLATION).

Sep 2, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Sep 2, 1998 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. DUP OF 827073. *AK

Aug 31, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS VIBRATION IN THE BRAKES WHEN APPLIED. ALSO PULSATING FEELING WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHICH RESULTED IN TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE. DEALERS ARE UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK ROTORS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED DUE TO WARPAGE, HOWEVER BRAKES CONTINUE TO MAKE NOISE, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED AT ONE TIM...

Aug 31, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS VIBRATION IN THE BRAKES WHEN APPLIED. ALSO PULSATING FEELING WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHICH RESULTED IN TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE. DEALERS ARE UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK ROTORS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED DUE TO WARPAGE, HOWEVER BRAKES CONTINUE TO MAKE NOISE, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED AT ONE TIM...

Aug 26, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS INTERMITTENT NOISE IN RIGHT REAR, ALSO IN THE RIGHT FRONT OF CAR, CLUNCKING NOISE WHEN STARTING THE CAR UP, SOMETIMES WHILE DRIVING, CONTINUES TO INCREASE, DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.

Aug 26, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS INTERMITTENT NOISE IN RIGHT REAR, ALSO IN THE RIGHT FRONT OF CAR, CLUNCKING NOISE WHEN STARTING THE CAR UP, SOMETIMES WHILE DRIVING, CONTINUES TO INCREASE, DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.

Aug 21, 1998 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. ALSO DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN OCCUPANT IN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. 827498 DUP OF 827073; POSTED ON 09-07-99. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. ALSO DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN OCCUPANT IN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. 827498 DUP OF 827073; POSTED ON 09-07-99. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE GOING DOWN RAMP, EXITING A PARKING GARAGE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE AND ACCELERATE. HITTING THE BRAKES DID NOT HELP, WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP THE AUTOMOBILE WHEN IT WAS PUSHED IT INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN DRIVE. THEN IT CALMED DOWN. *AK *SLC

Aug 21, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE GOING DOWN RAMP, EXITING A PARKING GARAGE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE AND ACCELERATE. HITTING THE BRAKES DID NOT HELP, WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP THE AUTOMOBILE WHEN IT WAS PUSHED IT INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN DRIVE. THEN IT CALMED DOWN. *AK *SLC

Aug 21, 1998 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. ALSO DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN OCCUPANT IN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. 827498 DUP OF 827073; POSTED ON 09-07-99. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. ALSO DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN OCCUPANT IN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. 827498 DUP OF 827073; POSTED ON 09-07-99. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE GOING DOWN RAMP, EXITING A PARKING GARAGE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE AND ACCELERATE. HITTING THE BRAKES DID NOT HELP, WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP THE AUTOMOBILE WHEN IT WAS PUSHED IT INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN DRIVE. THEN IT CALMED DOWN. *AK *SLC

Aug 21, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE GOING DOWN RAMP, EXITING A PARKING GARAGE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE AND ACCELERATE. HITTING THE BRAKES DID NOT HELP, WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP THE AUTOMOBILE WHEN IT WAS PUSHED IT INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN DRIVE. THEN IT CALMED DOWN. *AK *SLC

Aug 3, 1998 Air Bags

GOING DOWN DRIVEWAY WHEN WITHOUT NOTICE, BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERS PRIOR FOR ABS LIGHT COMING ON. TOLD 2ND TIME IT WAS ELECTRICAL SHORT.*AK

Aug 3, 1998 Air Bags

GOING DOWN DRIVEWAY WHEN WITHOUT NOTICE, BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERS PRIOR FOR ABS LIGHT COMING ON. TOLD 2ND TIME IT WAS ELECTRICAL SHORT.*AK

Jul 28, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED. ALL FOUR WHEELS LOCKED, NO PUMPING ACTION, PEDAL WAS COMPLETELY STIFF. VEHICLE HIT A PARKED CAR WHILE TRAVELING DOWN HILL ABOUT 75MPH. DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 28, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED. ALL FOUR WHEELS LOCKED, NO PUMPING ACTION, PEDAL WAS COMPLETELY STIFF. VEHICLE HIT A PARKED CAR WHILE TRAVELING DOWN HILL ABOUT 75MPH. DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 27, 1998 Unknown Or Other Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, THE DASHBOARD FELL ON THE PASSENGER, BREAKING HER RIGHT LEG AND LEFT FOOT. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 27, 1998 Unknown Or Other Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, THE DASHBOARD FELL ON THE PASSENGER, BREAKING HER RIGHT LEG AND LEFT FOOT. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 15, 1998 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF DRIVE INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 15, 1998 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF DRIVE INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 13, 1998 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS 30-35 MPH OR PULLING IN OR OUT OF DRIVEWAY, A SQEAKING POPPING NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER FOUND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO THE DRYNESS OF THE FRONT SWAY BAR. THE SWAY BAR WAS LUBRICATED. ON 4/20/98 AND 6/29/98 VEHICLE BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIP...

Jul 13, 1998 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS 30-35 MPH OR PULLING IN OR OUT OF DRIVEWAY, A SQEAKING POPPING NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER FOUND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO THE DRYNESS OF THE FRONT SWAY BAR. THE SWAY BAR WAS LUBRICATED. ON 4/20/98 AND 6/29/98 VEHICLE BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIP...

Jul 2, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN INTERSECTION, DRIVER NOTICED THAT OIL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHTS WERE ON. DRIVER THEN REALIZED THAT VEHICLE HAD STALLED. RESTARTED VEHICLE AND PROBLEM VANISHED.

Jul 2, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN INTERSECTION, DRIVER NOTICED THAT OIL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHTS WERE ON. DRIVER THEN REALIZED THAT VEHICLE HAD STALLED. RESTARTED VEHICLE AND PROBLEM VANISHED.

Jun 26, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAST CLICKS COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. WEATHER IS BELOW 65 DEGREES, OCCURS WITHIN ONLY 0.5 MILES TO 1.0 MILES OF INITIAL DRIVING. SOUND LIKE A DRUMROLL ON YOUR HARDTOP DESK WITH TWO DRUMSTICKS.

Jun 26, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAST CLICKS COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. WEATHER IS BELOW 65 DEGREES, OCCURS WITHIN ONLY 0.5 MILES TO 1.0 MILES OF INITIAL DRIVING. SOUND LIKE A DRUMROLL ON YOUR HARDTOP DESK WITH TWO DRUMSTICKS.

Jun 25, 1998 Visibility

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Electrical System

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Visibility

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Seat Belts

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Visibility

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Electrical System

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Visibility

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 25, 1998 Seat Belts

DEFECT WITHIN WINDSHIELD WIPER IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER TO ACT IN AN ERRATIC MANNER, AND AT TIMES BECOMING INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS REPLACED WIPER SWITCH AND MOTOR TWICE AND COMPUTER CHIP WITHIN BOARD, BUT DEFECT IS STILL OCCURRING. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *AK LEFT REAR WINDOW MOT...

Jun 13, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMES FROM ENGINE WHEN STARTING POSSIBLY CAUSED BY THE LIFTERS.

Jun 13, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMES FROM ENGINE WHEN STARTING POSSIBLY CAUSED BY THE LIFTERS.

Jun 3, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES HAVE CONTINUALLY FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE TO SWERVE ON OCCASIONS.

Jun 3, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES HAVE CONTINUALLY FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE TO SWERVE ON OCCASIONS.

May 27, 1998 Exterior Lighting

HAZARD SWITCH HALF WAY BETWEEN ON AND OFF POSITION CAUSING TURN SIGNAL NOT TO WORK.

May 27, 1998 Exterior Lighting

HAZARD SWITCH HALF WAY BETWEEN ON AND OFF POSITION CAUSING TURN SIGNAL NOT TO WORK.

May 25, 1998 Wheels

WHEEL RIMS FAILED THREE TIMES.

May 25, 1998 Wheels

WHEEL RIMS FAILED THREE TIMES.

May 11, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

May 11, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

May 9, 1998 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER/REAR FLOOR LEAKED.

May 9, 1998 Structure

AIR CONDITIONER/REAR FLOOR LEAKED.

May 9, 1998 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER/REAR FLOOR LEAKED.

May 9, 1998 Structure

AIR CONDITIONER/REAR FLOOR LEAKED.

May 4, 1998 Seats

SEAT TRACK FAILED RESULTING IN MOVEMENT IN SEAT CAUSING INJURIES, SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RESTAIN.

May 4, 1998 Seat Belts

SEAT TRACK FAILED RESULTING IN MOVEMENT IN SEAT CAUSING INJURIES, SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RESTAIN.

May 4, 1998 Visibility

OIL LEAK WHERE THE OIL AND COOLANT MIXES TOGETHER, COMING THROUGH VENTS CAUSING CONSUMERS TO BE ILL.

May 4, 1998 Seats

SEAT TRACK FAILED RESULTING IN MOVEMENT IN SEAT CAUSING INJURIES, SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RESTAIN.

May 4, 1998 Seat Belts

SEAT TRACK FAILED RESULTING IN MOVEMENT IN SEAT CAUSING INJURIES, SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RESTAIN.

May 4, 1998 Visibility

OIL LEAK WHERE THE OIL AND COOLANT MIXES TOGETHER, COMING THROUGH VENTS CAUSING CONSUMERS TO BE ILL.

Apr 27, 1998 Suspension

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY PULLS AND VIBRATES, REPAIRS TO TIRES HOWEVER CONTINUES TO HAVE DIRECTIONAL PROBLEMS.

Apr 27, 1998 Structure

DOOR PANEL SEPARATING CAUSING HANDLE TO SEPARATE ALSO, NOT ABLE TO BE RECTIFIED.

Apr 27, 1998 Suspension

SQUEALING AND SQUEAKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING.

Apr 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED ON ONE OCCASION, NO PROBLEMS FOUND WITH SYSTEM.

Apr 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PAN FAILED RESULTING IN LEAKING.

Apr 27, 1998 Suspension

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY PULLS AND VIBRATES, REPAIRS TO TIRES HOWEVER CONTINUES TO HAVE DIRECTIONAL PROBLEMS.

Apr 27, 1998 Structure

DOOR PANEL SEPARATING CAUSING HANDLE TO SEPARATE ALSO, NOT ABLE TO BE RECTIFIED.

Apr 27, 1998 Suspension

SQUEALING AND SQUEAKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING.

Apr 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED ON ONE OCCASION, NO PROBLEMS FOUND WITH SYSTEM.

Apr 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PAN FAILED RESULTING IN LEAKING.

Apr 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES FAILED TWICE.

Apr 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES FAILED TWICE.

Apr 20, 1998 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING ANTI-FREEZE ODOR WHEN HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER IS ON.

Apr 20, 1998 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING ANTI-FREEZE ODOR WHEN HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER IS ON.

Apr 17, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABD BRAKES FAILED. PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT STOPPING.

Apr 17, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABD BRAKES FAILED. PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT STOPPING.

Apr 15, 1998 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. DRIVER SUSTAINED FACIAL BURNS. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. AIRBAGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK

Apr 15, 1998 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. DRIVER SUSTAINED FACIAL BURNS. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. AIRBAGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *AK

Mar 31, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL NOT START TWO OR THREE TIMES A DAY. THE ENGINE WILL CRANK BUT THE ANIT-THEFT INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BLINK AND THE ENGINE WILL SHUT DOWN (IT SOUND AS IF NO FUEL GETTING TO ENGINE.)

Mar 31, 1998 Electrical System

VEHICLE WILL NOT START TWO OR THREE TIMES A DAY. THE ENGINE WILL CRANK BUT THE ANIT-THEFT INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BLINK AND THE ENGINE WILL SHUT DOWN (IT SOUND AS IF NO FUEL GETTING TO ENGINE.)

Mar 31, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT.

Mar 31, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL NOT START TWO OR THREE TIMES A DAY. THE ENGINE WILL CRANK BUT THE ANIT-THEFT INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BLINK AND THE ENGINE WILL SHUT DOWN (IT SOUND AS IF NO FUEL GETTING TO ENGINE.)

Mar 31, 1998 Electrical System

VEHICLE WILL NOT START TWO OR THREE TIMES A DAY. THE ENGINE WILL CRANK BUT THE ANIT-THEFT INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BLINK AND THE ENGINE WILL SHUT DOWN (IT SOUND AS IF NO FUEL GETTING TO ENGINE.)

Mar 31, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT.

Mar 9, 1998 Latches/locks/linkages

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 9, 1998 Seat Belts

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 9, 1998 Interior Lighting

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 9, 1998 Latches/locks/linkages

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 9, 1998 Seat Belts

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 9, 1998 Interior Lighting

ON ITS OWN THE DOOR WOULD LOCK/UNLOCK. WHEN IGNITION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. INTERMITTENT. DOME LIGHT FLASHES ON/OFF DURING DAY/NIGHT, RAIN/SHINE. CHIMES ON SEAT BELT WOULD SOUND WHEN SEAT BELT IS WORN. TAKING TO DEALER.

Mar 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXPERIENCE HARD BARKING THE CAR WITH SYMPTOMS INDICATING ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM MALFUNCTION.

Mar 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS INTERMITTENTLY.

Mar 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXPERIENCE HARD BARKING THE CAR WITH SYMPTOMS INDICATING ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM MALFUNCTION.

Mar 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS INTERMITTENTLY.

Mar 3, 1998 Seats

DESIGN FLAW OF THE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE FOR THE FRONT BASE CENTER OF THE DRIVERS SEAT, GETS HOOKED ON PANTS AS THE DRIVER IS EXITING.

Mar 3, 1998 Seats

DESIGN FLAW OF THE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE FOR THE FRONT BASE CENTER OF THE DRIVERS SEAT, GETS HOOKED ON PANTS AS THE DRIVER IS EXITING.

Feb 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST MISALIGNED, CAUSING SYSTEM TO HANG LOW.

Feb 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES CONTINUE TO EXPERIENCE BRAKE FADING, REPAIRS MADE HOWEVER CONTINUES.

Feb 23, 1998 Unknown Or Other

VISOR HANGS TO LOW, MISADJUSTED.

Feb 23, 1998 Seats

BUCKET SEAT FAILED, NOT LOCKING PROPERLY.

Feb 23, 1998 Visibility

WINDOW IMPROPERLY SEALED CAUSING WIND NOISE.

Feb 23, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN DUE TO LOCK UP.

Feb 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST MISALIGNED, CAUSING SYSTEM TO HANG LOW.

Feb 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES CONTINUE TO EXPERIENCE BRAKE FADING, REPAIRS MADE HOWEVER CONTINUES.

Feb 23, 1998 Unknown Or Other

VISOR HANGS TO LOW, MISADJUSTED.

Feb 23, 1998 Seats

BUCKET SEAT FAILED, NOT LOCKING PROPERLY.

Feb 23, 1998 Visibility

WINDOW IMPROPERLY SEALED CAUSING WIND NOISE.

Feb 23, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN DUE TO LOCK UP.

Feb 19, 1998 Suspension

STABILZER BUSHING FAILED CAUSING NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES PADS REPLACED DUE TO NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY STALLING, BURNING SMELL AND NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE CONTINUALLY.

Feb 19, 1998 Suspension

STABILZER BUSHING FAILED CAUSING NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES PADS REPLACED DUE TO NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY STALLING, BURNING SMELL AND NOISE.

Feb 19, 1998 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE CONTINUALLY.

Feb 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

Feb 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

Jan 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 27, 1998 Exterior Lighting

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 27, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 27, 1998 Exterior Lighting

BRAKES: WHEN DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE CAR, HAS TO PUSH PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE CAR WILL STOP. BEGINNING TO MAKE GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. IN ADDITION, HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CPME ON ON CERTAIN TIMES/SEAT BELT TWISTS ALL THE TIME AND TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE AR...

Jan 13, 1998 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON.

Jan 13, 1998 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON.

Jan 6, 1998 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR STALL, AT ANY TIME, FOR UNKNOWN REASONS.

Jan 6, 1998 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR STALL, AT ANY TIME, FOR UNKNOWN REASONS.

Dec 24, 1997 Suspension

REAR SWAY BAR BUSHING FAILURE.

Dec 24, 1997 Suspension

REAR SWAY BAR BUSHING FAILURE.

Dec 17, 1997 Exterior Lighting

DAYTIME SENSOR LIGHTS FAIL TO WORK PROPERLY.

Dec 17, 1997 Exterior Lighting

DAYTIME SENSOR LIGHTS FAIL TO WORK PROPERLY.

Dec 5, 1997 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE 75, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WENT FLAT RIGHT AWAY. THIS WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE VALVE STEM WHICH LEAKED AND CAUSED THE TIRE TO BE RUINED. NEW TIRES ON A 1997, PONTIAC. TIRE SIZE P19565R15. *AK CONSUMER STATES THE STEM LEAKED AT THE RIM WHERE THE STEM GOES ...

Dec 5, 1997 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE 75, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WENT FLAT RIGHT AWAY. THIS WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE VALVE STEM WHICH LEAKED AND CAUSED THE TIRE TO BE RUINED. NEW TIRES ON A 1997, PONTIAC. TIRE SIZE P19565R15. *AK CONSUMER STATES THE STEM LEAKED AT THE RIM WHERE THE STEM GOES ...

Nov 18, 1997 Power Train

THE DEFECTIVE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY LOCKED UP AND BLEW OUT, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER REPLACED THE CLUTCH. *AK

Nov 18, 1997 Power Train

THE DEFECTIVE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY LOCKED UP AND BLEW OUT, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER REPLACED THE CLUTCH. *AK

Nov 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NOTICED THE OIL LEAKING OUT. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Nov 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NOTICED THE OIL LEAKING OUT. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Oct 9, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DURING FRONTAL IMPACT 25 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Oct 9, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DURING FRONTAL IMPACT 25 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Sep 30, 1997 Air Bags Crash

GOING 45-50MPH ON DRY ROAD WHEN VEHICLE HIT GRAVEL, STARTED SWERVING LEFT/RIGHT; HAD NO CONTROL; APPLIED ABS BRAKES TO STOP SWERVING; WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT & HIT TREE; AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE ROLLED 2 TIMES 7 LANDED ON ROOF. HAD SEAT BELT ON. VEHICLE TOTALED. *AK

Sep 30, 1997 Air Bags Crash

GOING 45-50MPH ON DRY ROAD WHEN VEHICLE HIT GRAVEL, STARTED SWERVING LEFT/RIGHT; HAD NO CONTROL; APPLIED ABS BRAKES TO STOP SWERVING; WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT & HIT TREE; AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE ROLLED 2 TIMES 7 LANDED ON ROOF. HAD SEAT BELT ON. VEHICLE TOTALED. *AK

Sep 19, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WILL NOT STRAP ACROSS SHOULDER. IT GOES AROUND COLLAR BONE AND BASE OF NECK. IT HAPPENS TO RIDERS OF ALL HEIGHTS. *AK

Sep 19, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WILL NOT STRAP ACROSS SHOULDER. IT GOES AROUND COLLAR BONE AND BASE OF NECK. IT HAPPENS TO RIDERS OF ALL HEIGHTS. *AK

Sep 12, 1997 Visibility

WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW GLASS DISTORT VISION.

Sep 12, 1997 Visibility

WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW GLASS DISTORT VISION.

Sep 3, 1997 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING THE HEAD LIGHTS AND THE DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS WERE INOPERATIVE, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT DRIVING IN THOSE TYPE OF CONDITIONS. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, CONSUMER HAS YET TO HAVE PROBLEM CORRECTED. *AK CONSUMER STATED THE LIGHTS HAVE SINCE BEEN REPLACED AT ANOTHER DEALER.*...

Sep 3, 1997 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING THE HEAD LIGHTS AND THE DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS WERE INOPERATIVE, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT DRIVING IN THOSE TYPE OF CONDITIONS. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, CONSUMER HAS YET TO HAVE PROBLEM CORRECTED. *AK CONSUMER STATED THE LIGHTS HAVE SINCE BEEN REPLACED AT ANOTHER DEALER.*...

Sep 2, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A REAR END COLLISION. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 2, 1997 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A REAR END COLLISION. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 2, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A REAR END COLLISION. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 2, 1997 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A REAR END COLLISION. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Aug 15, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MASTER CYLINDER HAS NOT WORKED SINCE THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE.

Aug 15, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MASTER CYLINDER HAS NOT WORKED SINCE THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE.

Jul 28, 1997 Power Train

WHEN CAR REACHES A CERTAIN SPEED IT HAS A PROBLEM SHIFTING INTO THE NEXT GEAR. *AK

Jul 28, 1997 Power Train

WHEN CAR REACHES A CERTAIN SPEED IT HAS A PROBLEM SHIFTING INTO THE NEXT GEAR. *AK

May 2, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD COVER FAILED, CAUSING OIL TO LEAK.

May 2, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD COVER FAILED, CAUSING OIL TO LEAK.

Apr 2, 1997 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AND FOR NO APPARENT REASON VEHICLE WOULD STALL; TAKEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES; ATTRIBUTES STALLING TO ANOTHER PROBLEM, 2ND TIME TO A DIFFERENT PROBLEM AND THIRD TIME REPLACED FUEL PUMP INJECTOR, PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Apr 2, 1997 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AND FOR NO APPARENT REASON VEHICLE WOULD STALL; TAKEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES; ATTRIBUTES STALLING TO ANOTHER PROBLEM, 2ND TIME TO A DIFFERENT PROBLEM AND THIRD TIME REPLACED FUEL PUMP INJECTOR, PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Feb 25, 1997 Seats

NO LOCKING MECHANISM ON SPLIT REAR FOLDING SEATS. OWNER WILL NOT PUT CHILD IN BACK SEAT AND IS CAUTIOUS OF PUTTING ANYTHING IN THE TRUNK FOR FEAR OF IT BEING THROWN INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION.

Feb 25, 1997 Seats

NO LOCKING MECHANISM ON SPLIT REAR FOLDING SEATS. OWNER WILL NOT PUT CHILD IN BACK SEAT AND IS CAUTIOUS OF PUTTING ANYTHING IN THE TRUNK FOR FEAR OF IT BEING THROWN INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION.

Oct 22, 1996 Seats

REAR SEAT BACK HAS NO LATCH PROVISION.

Oct 22, 1996 Seats

REAR SEAT BACK HAS NO LATCH PROVISION.