10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
60,204 miles

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problem #5

Nov 231999

Grand Am

  • miles
The headlights went dim while driving, the vehicle cut off / would not restart, resulting in complete loss of power. The key was stuck in the ignition and would not go into park. Consumer was trapped in vehicle for 20 minutes because doors and windows would not open. Dealer was not contacted yet.

- Charleston, SC, USA

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problem #4

Apr 041999

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The alternator wa snot getting enough of a charge. Had to be recharged every week. The panel lights would blink on/off. The vehicle then shut down. Had taken to dealer & the alternator was replaced, but the problem still exists.

- Woodbine, GA, USA

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problem #3

Oct 221996

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles
Electrical system failed causing the headlights and dash lights to go out.

- Smethport, PA, USA

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problem #2

Mar 011997

Grand Am

  • miles
Transmission failure; vehicle experiences shifting problems, resulting in loss of control. Also, electrical system failure.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

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problem #1

Apr 021996

Grand Am

  • miles
Electrical problems, causing daytime running lights to fail, also warning lights on dash activating.

- Frederick, MD, USA

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