10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 6 / 4
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 10 / 7
- Average Mileage:
- 64,627 miles
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Korr-??s Automotive wants $55Ø to repair our exhaust leak. Fuel lines are too close to engine, which can cause death or injury upon impact. You-??re welcome for [XXXXXX] upon request! Driver seat is out of commission on power. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Ecotec Gen I was re-?"engineered to be smoother and more efficient than its predecessor. Featuring an dual in-?"block balance shafts, power-?"steering pump, water-?"pump housing, and removable oil filter housing. This engine replaced the Quad-?"4 and GM 122 in North America and first appeared. GM offers an official kit which can be converted into 2.2 supercharged versions using modified ECM software. Model L42 is an CNG version of the Ecotec 2.2, producing 129 hp and 129 ft-??lb. This LSJ was listed as one of Ward's 10 Best Engines in 2006! Sealed transmissions elude fluid access to function like regular transmission systems without requiring fluid changes for maintenance. A sealed transmission has fill and inspection plugs, with the inspection plug removing excess fluid and the fill plug adding fluid. Nobody told me during my tenure in -??shop class!-?? Knorr-??s Automotive wants $55Ø to fix an exhaust leak, which is their disastrous mishandling. This situation is only going to get marked by more confusion & errors. Vehicle fires are rare and small leaks in fuel tanks or lines can ignite, in defective vehicles during crashes.
- Erie, MI, USA
Body, Brakes, and Electrical concern me. My family owned a 1999 same model vehicle, and the brakes failed us in an accident from its-?? left driver seal being punctured. Here is what-??s going on with the 2003 aside from the latter mentioned. Exhaust from manifold to catalytic converter followed by muffler rusted out by 175, ØØØ miles and now broke apart. Frame and rocker panels are rusted out before 175, ØØØ miles and broke apart by rear wheels on both sides. Electrical concerns caused me to quit my job on March 11, 2022 when the wipers quit working and nearly caused an accident by Chartiers Cemetery in a thunderstorm storm two days before. Front end vibration is felt in floor boards and steering wheel when brakes are applied at high speeds, usually between 45-?"75 as regulated by federal government. Disc brakes gradually replaced drum brakes from between 1960-?"1980. That practicality is debunked on these cars they didn-??t utilise disc brakes on all both axles, which is my preference anyways for being mechanically-?"inclined. Koor-??s confirmed our exhaust leak in Carnegie Pennsylvania and wants $5ØØ+ to replace the exhaust. Tireman Auto Service in Toledo Ohio confirmed the wiper malfunction, they replaced the window regulator and wiper transmission. Vehicle has been inspected by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Goodyear, Pittsburgh Police Bureau, and State Farm Mutual Insurance. I allow you to contact them for references and any ticketing information. Assuming we can afford to be better than slumlords. Group activities are blessed to keep your peace of mind. Might as well watch from the fray from my point-?"of-?"view. Unless you would rather demand my escape other travel options, then I didn-??t my own identity to be audited by your Internal Revenue Service. Vehicle is still available for inspection, and I would like your recommendation to convince the owner that your issued recall isn-??t for your peace of mind. She needs your social stimulation to flourish.
- Pittsburgh , PA, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that the electrical system warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was serviced at barker Buick GMC (2030 E ireland grove rd, bloomington, il 61704, (888) 894-2851) per NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the electrical system warning indicator remained illuminated after the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 37,500.
- Burnsville, MN, USA
On 01/19/2018 I purchased 03, Grand Am GT.the same day the car cut off in the middle of an intersection.it was towed to my home then back to where I purchased it I was advised that it needed coil pack, alternator, .these repairs where made by me out of pocket.on 03/09/18the car over heated and again had to be towed home then to a shop where I paid to have a water pump put on again out of pocket.after having these parts put on the car would not start.I was informed that it may be the fuel pump.I then paid out of pocket to have a fuel pump put on.it still would not start.on 03/20/18 I contacted GM and was advised that there was infact a recall about all of the issue's I am having with this car.I was given an apt for 03/22/18 to be brought into the GM dealership.upon my arrival I was advised that these recalls had been preform ed on (11/1/02 (jcn 25863)and again on 12/3/14 (025777).I was the advised that I would be charged $111 dollars just for diagnosis. When I contacted GM they failed to inform me of any of this information.I found it to be a waste of my time as well as the GM dealership.had they informed me of a fee I would not have taken it in on that day as I did not have the funds to pay for the what needed done. I was given a ticket number(8-4018839531) and advised that someone would be in contact.
- Eden, NC, USA
I am unable to drive the car because of the security light that stops fuel from getting to the injectors. Have tried to reset the password but it continues to do it. We have been on the highway and lose power and not be able to control the car. We have been late or missed appointments and we are afraid to get into the car because we don't know when or where it will fail us. Turns cause it to lose power.
- Stockbridge, MI, USA
Since February of 2015, I have had a constant battle with my turn signal on passenger side of my car hindering my ability to signal properly and renewing my state inspection each year. Have spend large amounts of money attempting to fix this only to realize this is widespread and very common issue with my type and year vehicle. GM is aware of this dealer safety malfunction but is only recalled certain VIN numbers as to fix as few as possible. Not having turn signals has nearly caused me to be involved in several accidents. Please help me and tell me what I can do. Now on my third year and attempt to fix this ongoing safety defect.
- Tyler, TX, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that the horn worked intermittently. The dealer diagnosed that the air bag melted onto the electrical parts inside the steering wheel. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
- New Smyurna Beach, FL, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that the key was turned to the on position, but the vehicle failed to start and the ABS and brake lights illuminated. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the key fob was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 08/04/16
- Mcmillan, SC, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle was not able to start and the security warning light illuminated. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the security system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
2003 Pontiac Grand Am. Consumer writes in regards to receiving several ignition key recall notices after vehicle accident. The consumer as since sold the vehicle.
- Elk City, OK, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power while driving 45 mph. The vehicle was able to be restarted, but the failure recurred. When the key was inserted in the ignition, the security warning indicator and air bag warning indicator illuminated. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for the recent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 236,755.
- Philpot, KY, USA
The car constantly will not turn on when you enter it. You have to leave the key in the on position for 15 minutes and then turn it off and back on again in order for it to start. It has already had a $400 ignition replacement and I am very frustrated with this problem.
- Warwick, RI, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. While the vehicle was at a complete stop, the preceding vehicle reversed and crashed into the front of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new fuel pump and ignition lock cylinder switch. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that a technician from the manufacturer came out to assess the vehicle, but the contact believed the procedure was not done correctly. The failure mileage was 58,494.
- Pawtucket, RI, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The contact stated that the hazard lights and the low beam headlight assembly failed to work without warning. The dealer was notified of the failure and the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact also received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The dealer performed the recall repair; however, the failure recurred. In addition, while pulling into the driveway, the ignition fractured without warning. The vehicle was not able to be driven. The dealer stated that they were not responsible for repairing the vehicle and provided no remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 177,724. Updated 09/09/15 updated 11/02/2017
- Flat Rock, MI, USA
It just cost me 611.oo because the wrong switch was put in, auto repair man is willing to talk to is aimesauto repair 88 earle St fall river mass tel 508-673-7510. I don't have all the information, but colonial auto dealer in dartmouth, mass I should not hae had to pay that.I reqest a refund.
- Fall River, MA, USA
At 29,000 miles in 2006 the ignition would not turn. Car towed to authorized Pontiac dealer where I was told the ignition cylinder needed to be replaced. The cost for the ignition cylinder was $327 I was struck by a utility truck while stopped at a red light in 2013 and the airbag did not deploy. At approximately 58,000 miles the car won't start.again towed to a Pontiac dealer. Told I need a new ignition cylinder for a cost of $447.82. Prior to this incident, when the key was turned the security light and airbag light would stay illuminated longer than usual. There has been a clicking sound coming from dashboard and at times while driving on a shifted level road (example: End of a highway ramp, backing out of an uneven driveway) the car has turned off. There has also at times been difficulty turning the steering wheel. Often times it turned easily and other times it wouldn't turn at all. 2015 General Motors told me this wasn't passed on for investigation because I didn't provide a photo of the vehicle before the bodywork was done although they received the repair bill. I still don't have a driveable car and am unsure if this car would even be safe to drive.
- Pawtucket, RI, USA
2003 Pontiac Grand Am. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle lost power while driving before receiving recall notice 14350. The consumer stated she hit a ditch and flipped over.
- Boaz, AL, USA
Vehicle has been "repaired" as per NHTSA recall #14V400000 within the last two (2) months. On Wednesday April 29, 2015, at approximately 7:30 pm cdst, when driving the vehicle is shut off again just as it did prior to the recall "repair". keys on key chain are minimal (6). Vehicle restarted with no further issue or indication that there was a issue with the engine (no check engine light, etc.).
- East Grand Forks, MN, USA
- Pittsburgh , PA, USA