10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,708 miles

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problem #4

Oct 221998

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While stopped the vehicle experiences sudden acceleration.

- Syracuse, NY, USA

problem #3

Sep 041998

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles
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.

- Coshocton, OH, USA

problem #2

Aug 211998

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Laplace, LA, USA

problem #1

Feb 071997

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Sudden acceleration, causing accident.

- West Chest, PA, USA