Pontiac Grand Am 1985
Model Grand Am made in 1985 by Pontiac got 8 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 5 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and interior lighting. Technical service bulletines regarding service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: exterior lighting, seat belts and visibility. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, steering and structure. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5l, 3.0l.
Model 1985
Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
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( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 24/32/27 | 26/41/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 4 | 84 828 |
( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 24/34/28 | 26/44/32 | Regular | $ 669 | 4 | 8410 2 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 20/26/22 | 22/34/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 4 | 84 823 |
( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 24/32/27 | 26/41/31 | Regular | $ 694 | 4 | 840820 |
( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 24/34/28 | 26/44/32 | Regular | $ 669 | 4 | 8410 2 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 19/26/22 | 22/34/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 4 | 84 823 |
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). | |||||||||||||||
Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
84V124000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 04/01/1984 to 09/01/1984 | V (Vehicle) | 10359 | 10/01/1984 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/10/1984 | 11/13/1984 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The tie rods are part of the steering linkage and transmit turning movements to the wheels. the bolts that fasten the tie rods to their adjusters may not be tight enough. this could allow the tie rod to loosen and detach itself from the adjuster. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | The tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering linkages; tie rods.consequences of defect: a loss of steering control and a possible vehicle crashcould result. | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE | ||||||||||||||||
87V124000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1984 to 06/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 261171 | 08/27/1987 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/10/1987 | 08/17/1987 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Cracks would increase leading to difficulty in closingthe door and might allow door to come open during a crash, increasinglikelihood of injury to occupants. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: body pillarvehicle description: two door passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS | ||||||||||||||||
86V030000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 06/01/1984 to 04/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 135623 | 03/07/1986 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/21/1986 | 02/26/1986 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The throttle return spring assembly may fail preventing the throttle from returning to the closed (idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released. consequence of defect: engine speed may not decrease and loss of accelerator control could result in an accident without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Replace throttle return spring. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: throttle return spring. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engines. | |||||||||||||||
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING | ||||||||||||||||
84V146000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1984 to 09/01/1984 | V (Vehicle) | 973 | 12/27/1984 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/20/1984 | 12/10/1984 | 571 | 104 | |||||
Defect Summary | The switch used may not be compatible with the wiper motor. this system, although functional, is not in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 104, windshield wiping and washing system. the windshield wiper speed may remain nearly constant whether in high or low speed mode. the standard requires that the difference between high and low speed must be at least 15 cycles per minute to accomodate a variety of rain, snow, or wheel spray conditions. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Wiper switches will be replaced if necessary, without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with two speed windshieldwiper switches.system: visual systems; windshield wiper.consequences of defect: vehicles may not have adequate visibility under allconditions. loss of vehicle control and an accident may result. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
000524001 | 04/01/2000 | 613590 | Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies. **mr | 07/25/2000 |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||
PE88027 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/09/1988 | 05/11/1988 | HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE | ||
There is no summary currently available | ||||||
SEAT BELTS | ||||||
EA91045 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/07/1991 | 10/26/1992 | SEAT BELT SEPARATION | ||
There is no summary currently available | ||||||
VISIBILITY | ||||||
EA86025 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/25/1986 | 03/02/1988 | WINDSHIELD WIPERS | ||
There is no summary currently available |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
05/30/1985 | |||
The consumer state's when driving at any speed vehicle stalls and cuts off without prior warning. also, there is loud knocking noise coming from the vehicle and when turning the key, the vehicle is very hard to start. *ak | |||
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
02/24/1999 | |||
While driving vehicle caught on fire underneath the hood. no prior warning. insurance company said it may be due to faulty wiring. please provide further information and vin#. ak | |||
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
06/19/1987 | 10 | ||
Engine stalling since new, continues and is more frequent, several repairs however not rectified. mjs | |||
05/30/1985 | |||
The consumer state's when driving at any speed vehicle stalls and cuts off without prior warning. also, there is loud knocking noise coming from the vehicle and when turning the key, the vehicle is very hard to start. *ak | |||
INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
06/19/1987 | 1 | ||
Dash panel lights on right side failed due to failed bulbs. mjs | |||
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
10/05/1995 | 5 | ||
Seat belt buckle failed to latch upon impact, resulting in injuries. *ak | |||
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
06/19/1987 | 1 | ||
Windshield washer pump and wiper switch failed. mjs | |||
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING | |||
06/19/1987 | 1 | ||
Windshield washer pump and wiper switch failed. mjs |