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 - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
07E015000DELPHI E (Equipment)312403/20/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/26/200702/26/2007
Defect SummaryCertain delphi aftermarket fuel pump modules / module reservoir assemblies (mra) that were sold for use on the above listed vehicles. during production the mras vent and fuel return tubes were reversed. this condition can result in the vehicle not running correctly (idle rough and/or stall) due to an overly rich fuel blend or the vehicle's evaporative emission carbon canister may leak fuel.
Consequence SummaryA stalled vehicle can increase the risk of a vehicle crash. a fuel leak can result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDelphi will notify owners and replace the defective mras free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 1-877-335-7443.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pump modules and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors corporation.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.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
07E021000DELPHI E (Equipment)74204/27/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/12/200703/12/2007
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryFuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDelphi 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.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pressure regulators and has no relation to any original equipment installed by general motors.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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
97110177630411/01/199754066Subject pertaining to driveability symptoms due to fuel injector deposits. *yc03/30/1998
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
98776304A02/01/1998600282Some vehicles may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire. *yc05/05/1998

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
07/11/201176000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1997 pontiac grand am. the contact started the ignition but the vehicle immediately stalled. the same failure occurred on a separate occasion. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated to the contact that the fuel tank pressure relief device would require replacement. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 07e021000 (fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: pressure relief devices) but the contact's vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 76,000. kmj
07/11/201176000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1997 pontiac grand am. the contact started the ignition and suddenly the engine turned off. the similar failure occurred on a separate occasion. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the fuel tank pressure relief device would require replacement. there was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07e021000 (fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: pressure relief devices); however the vin was not included. the vehicle had not been repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 76,000. js
05/01/200895000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1997 pontiac grand am gt. the contact stated the vehicle had a strong fuel odor the gas cap was replaced. the failure was not corrected. the vehicle continues have a strong fuel odor and the engine light remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed located an evaporation leak code. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer would not assist with the repair because of the vehicle age. the failure mileage 95,000 and the current mileage was 126,000. li
07/15/200385000
 When you run the air, the car stalls and won't start anywhere from one hour to three or four possibly the next day. the horn works sometimes, the raidio works sometimes as does the dispay, the volume goes up and down. the fuel systems shuts down along with the car when the air is running. the power window quit working in april, i replaced the one of the passenger side only to have the one on the driver side to stop working. the brakes went out with no warning. anytime the car has any problems no lights come on to warn you it will just stop working. the shop that put the used engine in still can't tell me why it stared knocking. the ets system comes on and off all the time without pressing the button, i have had nothing but problems with the 1997 ponitac grand am gt.
05/15/2000405/01/1997
 Intermittently vehicle would stall while driving, vehicle would restart after 15-20 minutes. vehicle has been in dealer's shop on two occasions and problem is still occurring, consumer states that it feels as if the engine is not receiving fuel and a hot burning odor is coming from the fuel tank area, possible fuel system failure. *slc
10/01/1999108/28/1997
 Fuel filter and fuel sensor failed. yh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
04/18/2002109/01/2000
 Consumer is having trouble with the vehicles intake mainfold gasket. *jg
06/15/1999106/01/1997
 Had the sunroof motor replaced 2 times, left front wheel noise, dealer said there is no problem always makes grinding noise left front after car sits all night , when you first put car in reverse the noise is noticeable, had too have left rear taillght replaced when new,car trunck gets dust into at right side of rear seat where it folds down , dealer says there is no proble, still not repaired ,car is now out of warranty.has coolant leak at the intake manifold ,has been leaking for aprox 15,000 miles again out of warranty this was my first new car i have ever bought and will never buy another general motors car again, and i work for generalmotors. i have had nothing but problems with this car. i had a salvage buick centry i sold too purchase this new one and it was a very nice car never had the problems with that car and it was wrecked. no more general motors for me . *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
07/02/2003113000112/30/2000
 When a turn was made, the steering wheel produced a loud rubbing noise. dealer notified. *ak there were high idle problems. the interior lights and the power locks were replaced. the check engine light had come on and the vehicle had started to run rough, the alternator light had come on and the alternator was replaced. the drivers side seat belt did not retract and was replaced, the lower front control arm was replaced, the blower motor was replaced, the compressor was replaced, when starting the engine cold, there was a knocking sound on the right side until the vehicle was warm ,then the noise would go away, surging would also occur and would worsen when the engine was warmed, the volume on the radio was erratic(had gone up when trying to turn down), the sensor throttle position shorted and was intermittent, the valve air control was replaced, and the fuel filter was replaced. *scc *jb
08/20/1999102/01/1997
 This is the letter i submitted to them: i'm writing you this letter to let you know how disatisfied i am with your product. i bought my 97 pontiac grand am new. i am a strong believer you get what you pay for. that is why i bought new versus a used vehicle. i believe that i should get more for my money than what i have got from your product. i'm very dissatisfied!!!! i am in the u.s.m.c. my family and i do alot of traveling to and from our home state. my wife was broke down on the highway with this vehicle. we as car owners have never broke down on the highway in my 18 years of being in the military. i am very picky about my vehicles and always have my car serviced as required. i never miss my oil changes. i am a middle class citizen just trying to make a living and make sure my family is safe on the roads. i have had no problems with the car dealership. i believe them to be the best in town. i believe i just picked the lemon on the lot. i have listed my expenses that i have paid out of my pocket and also what was covered under warranty. please fell free to give me a call if you have any questions. i feel that i should be reimburse for repairs and expenses. of $1257.65 *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
 When driving and driver presses the accelerator, vehicle will stall and then all of a sudden accelerate and take off. vehicle was at dealership, and they replaced fuel pump/oil pump and computer analysis were done. recently brakes seemed to be performing poorly. upon braking, stopping distance exceeded approximately half car length. please add vin.#. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
10/01/1999108/28/1997
 Fuel filter and fuel sensor failed. yh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
11/01/1999
 Consumer smelled fuel inside vehicle. dealer stated fuel dripped on alternator, replaced fuel injection system twice, second time in august 2000. consumer felt this could cause a fire. *ak
07/04/19993
 Fuel injectors failed causing the check engine light to illuminate. nlm
 Car engine started to shake uncontrollable, fuel system was damage, new system needed.
806/01/1999
 There are more problems then listed. every time i have spoken with the dealer it has been a waste of time. phone calls never returned. i get blown off by them. i was in royal oak,mi with my friends when the car froze in the middle of the road. every dash light was blinking, and we couldn't get the car out of drive to push it. once we finally got the car moved to a side street, my friends went to look for help, and i got jumped and mased while i stood by my car waiting for them to return. the drivers side key doesn't work, dealer says it's cause of keyless entry, air conditioner kills battery, cruse control kicks out, head lights always are on, and it's not the day time running lights. when stepping on the gas to pass someone, nothing happens, about 5 or more seconds later, it will kick in unexpectidly. this is the second car i have bought from this dealer, the first was a 91 pontiac sunbird, which turned out to be a 90 when i traided it in at another dealer. so i ended up paying way to much for the car, and lost on it when i traded it in. i live 1 hour and 45mins. away from the dealer now when i took it in for service i found out that they gave me only mechanical on the extended service contract, no electrical, so everything comes out of my pocket. then to find out i have to leave my car there for days up to weeks, with no loaner, and no way to get back home, and the service manager, and dealer both said nothing we can do for you.*ak
01/11/2000902/01/1997
 Our car decelerates from 65 mph down to 45 mph on the freeway. this has occurred nine different times and we are fortunate that we have not been killed. the dealership has no idea what is causing this and they don't seem overly concerned that we may die if this occurs again. all we are asking is for the lease to be terminated becuase of this problem. please help us before something happens. thank you. *ak
08/29/1997
 Loud knocking noise comes from engine when starting possibly caused by the lifters.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
08/15/2006170498605/26/1997
 Took vehicle to murphy motors, dealership here in my home town. took to them due to fact my heat gauge kept rising and i didn't want to run car hot ;went to find out what was wrong. technician stated that he put the car on the code machine and ran it. said code popped up transmission. i didn't take car in for transmission. they refused to fix overheat problem. said would have to pay $2,500.00 to replace transmission. picked up car took to clifford vine garage. he looked at car and immediately told me the radiator was pouring water out of it. he replaced radiator and cooling fan. he put car on code machine after repairing those two items and did not see a code for transmission. after that alternator went out, and two days later, my computer and fuel injectors went out. murphy motors ran car checking transmission no telling how long and probably ran without water since radiator was pouring it out. they didn't mention problem with radiator at all, just transmission codes. i feel they damaged car while running it in their shop looking for more money to get off me, like $2,500.00 for a transmission that has nothing wrong with it. this car was a lemon from the first day i got it. i've had coil housing replaced numerous times by murphy motors and by john hays pontiac-hope ar 71801 when i broke down. car has been towed in more times for coil housing. gm needs this car drove right up their backside for the problems it has caused and continues to cause me. i currently have a $750.00 outstanding shop bill to clifford vines garage in el dorado, ar 71730 for the last 3 times it was towed to his shop for the radiator, cooling fan, alternator, fuel injectors, and computer. i'll never buy another pontiac again, that's for sure. *nm
06/04/19993
 Fuel injectors failed resulting in accident. nlm
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
07/18/20041220001
 While driving engine light illuminated. dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the leakage in the fuel tank. the problem was not resolved. *ak