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]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD24/32/2726/41/31Regular$ 694484 828
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD24/34/2826/44/32Regular$ 66948410 2
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD20/26/2222/34/26Regular$ 853484 823
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD24/32/2726/41/31Regular$ 6944840820
( 2.5L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD24/34/2826/44/32Regular$ 66948410 2
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD19/26/2222/34/26Regular$ 853484 823

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06E043000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)8830310/18/2006MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/19/200605/22/2006
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryThis 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 SummaryHoneywell 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).
NotesThis 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
84V124000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 04/01/1984 to 09/01/1984V (Vehicle)1035910/01/1984MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/10/198411/13/1984
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryThe tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering linkages; tie rods.consequences of defect: a loss of steering control and a possible vehicle crashcould result.
STRUCTURE
87V124000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1984 to 06/01/1985V (Vehicle)26117108/27/1987MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/10/198708/17/1987
Defect SummarySmall cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.
Consequence SummaryCracks would increase leading to difficulty in closingthe door and might allow door to come open during a crash, increasinglikelihood of injury to occupants.
Corrective SummaryInstall inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.
NotesSystem: body pillarvehicle description: two door passenger cars.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS
86V030000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 06/01/1984 to 04/01/1985V (Vehicle)13562303/07/1986MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/21/198602/26/1986
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryReplace throttle return spring.
NotesSystem: throttle return spring. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engines.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
84V146000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1984 to 09/01/1984V (Vehicle)97312/27/1984MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/20/198412/10/1984571104
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryWiper switches will be replaced if necessary, without charge.
NotesVehicle 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
00052400104/01/2000613590Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies. **mr07/25/2000

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PE88027GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/09/198805/11/1988HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
SEAT BELTS
EA91045GENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/07/199110/26/1992SEAT BELT SEPARATION
 There is no summary currently available
VISIBILITY
EA86025GENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/25/198603/02/1988WINDSHIELD WIPERS
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
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
06/19/198710
 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
06/19/19871
 Dash panel lights on right side failed due to failed bulbs. mjs
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
10/05/19955
 Seat belt buckle failed to latch upon impact, resulting in injuries. *ak
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
06/19/19871
 Windshield washer pump and wiper switch failed. mjs
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
06/19/19871
 Windshield washer pump and wiper switch failed. mjs