2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

759

Owner Complaints

30 Crashes 6 Fires

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

21

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

The 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM has received a total of 759 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (120 complaints), Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module (53 complaints), and Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch (33 complaints).

Recalls for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM, potentially affecting up to 8,277,540 vehicles.

Recall 14V400000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

| 5,877,718 vehicles affected

Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model...

Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's...

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Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 07E021000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

| 742 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

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Recall 03V327000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 670,740 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE HAZARD WARNING SWITCHES THAT MAY EXPERIENCE SOLDER JOINT CRACKING CAUSED BY RAPID TEMPERATURE TRANSITIONS AND THE SOLDERING PROCESS. IF SOLDER JOINT CRACKING OCCURS AND RESULTS IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT, THE TURN SIGNALS/HAZARD LAMPS BECOME INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE.

Consequence: WHEN THE TURN SIGNALS ARE INOPERATIVE, THE DRIVER CANNOT USE THEM TO SIGNAL INTENT TO TURN THAT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD WARNING SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.

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Recall 03V250000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

| 1,707,825 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN MINIVANS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEM." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT LOWER UNIVERSAL ANCHORAGE SYSTEM.

Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THEIR OWNER'S MANUAL. THIS SUPPLEMENT DESCRIBES AND SHOWS THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORS THAT ARE LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE AND ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT OR BOOSTER CUSHION. OWNER NOTIFICATION...

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Recall 00V372000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

| 216 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLES (RPO M86) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." WHEN A DRIVER ATTEMPTS TO SHIFT FROM 5TH GEAR TO REVERSE, A SHIFT INHIBITOR CAUSES THE TRANSMISSION TO BE MECHANICALLY IN 4TH GEAR EVEN THOUGH THE SHIFT LEVER INDICATES REVERSE GEAR.

Consequence: IN THIS SITUATION, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN A FORWARD GEAR, WHICH IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE STANDARD.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DISABLE THE 5TH/REVERSE INHIBITOR BY REMOVING A RETAINING PIN AND REPLACE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY.

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Recall 06E064000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 4,029 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

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Owner Complaints for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

759 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 120 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 53 1 Crash 1 Injury
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 33
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 32 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 26 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 25
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 20
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 20
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 18
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 16
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 16 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 15
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 14
Steering
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 13 1 Fire
Equipment
Complaints: 12
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 12
Tires
Complaints: 12
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 11 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Engine
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspension
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 8 6 Crashes 7 Injuries
Structure
Complaints: 8
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 7
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 7
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 6
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 6
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 6
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 6
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 6
Air Bags
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 5 1 Injury
Structurebody
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Wheels
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 3
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 3
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 3
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemstarter Assemblysolenoid
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Equipmentelectricalanti Theft Devices
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsunit
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 2
Wheelshub
Complaints: 2
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assemblyrelay
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assemblypressure Relief Devices
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11557117 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Twice in one month my vehicle has died while driving. I have been braking and turning when this has happened and it dies without warning. No check engine lights are on the vehicle and it has 150,000 miles. It turns right back on when this happens, not sure what’s happening I lose all power to my car, checked the battery and alternator and they are perfectly fine.
#11446378 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles Fire
When I was gassing up my car, a fuel leak occurred in the gas tank and my car caught on fire. The gas station attendant used a fire extinguisher to put the fire out. I had 113,262 miles on my car. As you can see, the leak in the plastic gas tank caused the gas tank fuel pump to burn up and burn up its wiring harness. I don't want any money but I just thought the NHTSA should know. I do not need money because my insurance company will be reimbursing me for my total loss of the car.
#11391093 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | 1,500 miles
DIRECTIONAL TURNING LEFT/RIGHT LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T WORK
#11337863 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 118,000 miles
WAS DRIVING DOWN CITY STREET CAR WAS IN MOTION AND CAR DIED LEAVING ME WITH NO STEERING OR POWER. HAS NOT STARTED SINCE. HAVE NARROWED DOWN TO IGNITION OR SECURITY IT HAS KILLED A BATTERY. TURNS OVER BUT WILL NOT START. GETTING VERY COSTLY.
#11337863 | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | | 118,000 miles
WAS DRIVING DOWN CITY STREET CAR WAS IN MOTION AND CAR DIED LEAVING ME WITH NO STEERING OR POWER. HAS NOT STARTED SINCE. HAVE NARROWED DOWN TO IGNITION OR SECURITY IT HAS KILLED A BATTERY. TURNS OVER BUT WILL NOT START. GETTING VERY COSTLY.

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Safety Rating for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

General Motors, LLC has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

03082004 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

ADDENDUM ADDING 2000 AND 2001 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES TO SAFETY RECALL 03043A, TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS INOPERATIVE. *TT

3114 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

B1327 DIAGNOSTIC MISSING. *SC

030236002 — STEERING

REVISED STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR OR STEERING SHAFT LOWER BEARING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE AND STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR CENTERING PROCEDURE. *EH

09272002 — STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A MOAN OR HOWL TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR DECK LID AREA OF THE VEHICLE. *MJ

010802 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STRONG SULFUR ODOR OR A VERY OFFENSIVE TYPE ODOR COMING FROM THE COOLING SYSTEM. *TT

020864014 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE OUTER SURFACE GLASS ON ONE OR MORE OF THE VEHICLE'S DOOR IS SCRATCHED. *TT

010857007A — STRUCTURE:BODY

THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS INFORMATION ON VARIOUS WATERLEAK CONDITIONS. *TT

010864012B — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE DOOR GLASS IS OUT OF CHANNEL. *TT

160102 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE ENGINE LAGS POWER, STALLS, WON'T START OR IS HARD TO START. *TT

071101 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT OF A CREAK OR SQUEAK NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING ONE OR MORE OF THE DOORS ON THEIR VEHICLE. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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