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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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E064000 | TRADESONIC | E (Equipment) | 4029 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/17/2006 | 07/17/2006 | 571 | 108 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to tradesonic aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled | |||||||||||||||
| 09E012000 | SABERSPORT | E (Equipment) | 16270 | 05/11/2009 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/07/2009 | 04/07/2009 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V327000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/30/2000 to 05/01/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 670740 | 02/05/2004 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/28/2003 | 09/04/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | When the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn that could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 03043.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 03082004 | 03/08/2004 | 10013016 | Addendum adding 2000 and 2001 model year vehicles to safety recall 03043a, turn signals hazard warning flashers inoperative. *tt | 04/06/2005 | |
| 04098 | 01/01/2006 | 04098A | 10012087 | Upcoming special policy adjustment program 04098. turn signals/hazard warning flashers. *tt | 02/11/2005 |
| 200602 | 06/20/2002 | 637248 | Some customers may comment that a stop and / or tail lamp may not work correctly or that the lamp assembly has water in it. *tt | 11/21/2002 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS | |||||
| 180601 | 06/18/2001 | 623688 | Some customers may comment that either the driver side or passenger side rear fascia backup lamps may have moisture or dirt on the inside of the assembly, or, the lamp is inoperative. *tt | 10/29/2001 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||||
| 082903 | 08/29/2003 | 10003555 | Upcoming product safety recall questionnaire - hazard warning switch revision. *tt | 10/23/2003 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| 000842007 | 06/01/2004 | 10012147 | Stop tail lamp inoperative or intermittent and or water in lamp. *eh | 02/15/2005 | |
| 000842007B | 08/01/2004 | 000842007C | 634995 | Some customers may comment that a stop and / or tail lamp may not work correctly, or that the tail lamp has water in it. to include chevrolet classic 2005. *tt | 10/11/2002 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS | ||||||
| EA02037 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/23/2002 | 09/05/2003 | TURN SIGNAL FAILURES | 03V327000 | |
| By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit in the hazard switch will cause the exterior turn/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative.gm will replace the hazard switch on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||
| EA02037 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/23/2002 | 09/05/2003 | TURN SIGNAL FAILURES | 03V327000 | |
| By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit in the hazard switch will cause the exterior turn/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative.gm will replace the hazard switch on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | ||||||
| EA02037 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/23/2002 | 09/05/2003 | TURN SIGNAL FAILURES | 03V327000 | |
| By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit in the hazard switch will cause the exterior turn/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative.gm will replace the hazard switch on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | ||||||
| EA02037 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/23/2002 | 09/05/2003 | TURN SIGNAL FAILURES | 03V327000 | |
| By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit in the hazard switch will cause the exterior turn/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative.gm will replace the hazard switch on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 08/04/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that the hazard lights and the turn signals malfunctioned. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 03v327000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 120,000. kmj | |||
| 08/04/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that the hazard lights and turning signal malfunctioned. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 03v327000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 120,000. pm | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he noticed that the vehicle was running low on coolant. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the head gasket was leaking. the vehicle was repaired. the contact also stated that the turn signals only illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000. | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he noticed that the vehicle was running low on coolant. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the head gasket was leaking. the vehicle was repaired. the contact also stated that the turn signals only illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000. kmj | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he noticed that the vehicle was running low on coolant. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the head gasket was leaking. the vehicle was repaired. the contact also stated that the turn signals only illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000. sm. | |||
| 02/25/2009 | 97795 | 1 | |
| Turn signal work on and off intermittent failure to work. *tr | |||
| 06/10/2007 | 113000 | 1 | |
| I have a 2001 grand am and i keep having the same problem with the security pass lock system. i first had this problem in 2004 and paid 400.00 to fix it. well it started again june 07. i don't have the funds to fix it again so i keep resetting it.i also never received the info on the turn signals and hazard lights and now mine is messing up. they need to recall this system. *tr | |||
| 07/13/2008 | 1 | ||
| I never received the recall on the exterior flashers. had to have interior and exterior flashers changed at my expense. also have had rotors and brakes changed 6 times in last 1 1/2 yrs. was told its a problem but not on recall list. *tr | |||
| 05/09/2008 | 52217 | 1 | |
| Multifunction switch went bad. it is a known problem from gm. however, there was never a recall on this switch because gm doesn't want to pay the costs. it could cause problems with turn signal blinkers posing a safety hazard to the driver and other motorists. i had to take my vehicle to the garage and parts were replaced for $316.40. *tr | |||
| 05/13/2008 | 81500 | 1 | |
| Related to recall #03v327000 had my hazard switch replaced via recall. new switch is same as old switch and is defective. pontiac won't replace. purchase new switch yesterday and is also defective. replacement switches are also defective. recall does not remedy problem. *tr | |||
| 08/01/2005 | 70000 | 100 | 02/06/2001 |
| Tl*contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. she noticed that there was a leak under her vehicle for a few years. on several occasions the dealer was unable to find the cause of the leak. the dealer later stated that the leak was coming from the gas tank line and it was a fuel leak. they also told her that there was a related recall; however, her vin was not related. the contact is aware of the safety risk involved and request that her vin is a part of the existing nhtsa campaign id number 07e021000. the dealer information is not available. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 98,000. the consumer stated the vehicle is still located at the repair shop awaiting word from the corp office. the dealer stated replaced hazard lights switch, speaker radio rear door, molding windshield side pillar, exterior bulbs, and wiper blade. updated 10/31/07 *tr | |||
| 08/20/2004 | 65855 | 2 | 01/08/2003 |
| Friday morning i was on empty, so i went to the gas station. turned off car & filled up, started it no problem. then went to get breakfast, turned off car. the came back after no more then 5 minutes the car would not start. no sputtering, no failure to fire, no stalling before this occasion. nothing. i have had the car for about 1.5 years. i have had no problem with it starting. i took it to auto repair shop & they said it was common problem. that they have had a lot of 2001 grand am with this exact problem. it was fixed. i was told to watch the car because if it happens again they will report the problem. when we first go the car the front head lights would go off by themselves at night. that happened at 12:30am. also the taillights went out at the same time. we reported that to the dealership & they fixed it. *ak | |||
| 12/16/2003 | 38000 | 7 | 02/19/2003 |
| 2 weeks after purchase, floorboard was drenched and took to the dealership to be repaired.they said it was;however, the next big rain the car was drenched again. the car stayed for almost 2 weeks during which time, the mechanics could not figure it out and i was informed that some experimental fluid was used to try to stop the leak, but that did not work so it was being removed. the mechanics were putting it under the water hose to see if they could determine the leak. this was finally fixed, though i do not know what the cause may have been or what the final fix was done. 6 months later, the blinkers went out and were haphazard working. this was repaired under a different pontiac dealership as i was leery to experiments. 3 months later, the check engine light was on or the check vehicle light, headlights were acting funny. dealership and was informed this was due to corrosion and was not covered under warranty. last week, the traction off light kept coming on, the headlights kept blowing bulbs, the service vehicle light was on, the cigarette lighter would not work, and the daylights and fog lights would not work at all. i was informed that the map sensor was covered under warranty, but the headlight control circuit control module was not covered. i was informed by dealer#2 that the faulty parts could have been caused by the prior water leakage. both the warranty company and dealer #2 told me that even though headlights and a lighting system was pertinent, there was nothing they could do to fix it at no cost to me. dealer #2 fixed the map sensor and i picked up the vehicle. now other problems after map repai. since the car was waterlogged and it is only logical that any water damage should be covered by someone. i called dealer#1 and explained the situation. at this time, when they pulled up the record of the car, i was informed the water leakage was on a service bulletin i did not go put my car in the lake and i did not ask for this kind of hassle.*ak | |||
| 07/06/2003 | 07/01/2002 | ||
| There was a short in the left rear taillight assembly which is causing left blinker to short out and/or blink fast. when checking for a used replacement assembly, we discovered that we could not find one that had not already shorted out. | |||
| 03/18/2003 | |||
| The turn signals and hazard lights became inoperative. *nlm | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 05/01/2006 | 2 | 05/05/2002 | |
| Brake light on driver side defective will not illuminate both lights. bulbs were replaced. circuit board was replaced, after a few months, the same problem occurs. the brake lights will not illuminate both lights. *nm | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 5 | ||
| Every since i got my 2001 pontiac grand am the fog lights may work for a week and then they go out .i have changed both of the bulbs and they still will not work i feel the gm corp should have a recall on them.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS | |||
| 01/01/2005 | 1 | 12/28/2002 | |
| Clicking coming from the dashboard behind the hazard switch. hazard switch has been replaced due to recall, but clicking continued. it clicked constantly, hazards and turn signals work.*ak | |||
| 01/15/2002 | 5000 | 2 | 11/17/2001 |
| The a/c- heater speed control selection 1 and 2 stopped working in 2002 shortly after i purchased my vehicle. on april 10,2006, the selections 3 and 4 are also not working. this is now the 9th probolem i've had with my vehicle. to include both power window brackets breaking, my hazard flasher, transmission, steering, and a/c. i've unknowingly had jackson auto group of hawaii do repairs without so much as a word about the recalls. what proactive steps have been taken to notify the dealers about the recalls and defects? *nm | |||
| 09/13/2004 | 2 | 08/01/2002 | |
| Consumer experienced a problem with driver's side window, not being able to go up and down. this was going on for 1 year. she took vehicle to dealer, and was told that it would cost her $400.00 to get it repaired. also, consumer was having a problem with flashers not working. she did not have them repaired. *ak *tc | |||
| 06/05/2004 | 30000 | 2 | |
| Turn signal/ hazard warning lights worked intermittently. consumer contacted the dealer, who stated that there was a recall for this problem. however, this vehicle was not involve din recall due to vin. *ak | |||
| 04/01/2004 | 2 | ||
| After the dealership replaced the hazard warning switch for the recall 03v327000 the turning signal was still not operating correctly. *ak the turn signals and hazard lights worked intermittently. the dealer replaced the hazard switch but the turn signal were still working intermittently. the dealer suggested that the flashers had nothing to do with the recall. also, the vehicle did not pick up speed, hesitate, and start slowly. *sc *jb | |||
| 79000 | 2 | ||
| Turn signal and hazard lights operated intermittently. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 04/17/2009 | 150000 | 1 | |
| Recall number: 03v327000 dates manufactured: mar 2000 to may 2001 number of vehicles affected: 670740 date owners notified on: feb 2004 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. i tried calling pontiac today and they refused to inspect my car free of charge. the also tell me that this is not a valid recall number. i have seval issues with my car. i have paid several thousands of dollars on this car. *tr | |||
| 08/25/2008 | 128000 | 1 | |
| I am having the same problem with my signal/hazard problem as the recall of the 2001 grand am but my vin number is outside the range so thus it is not covered in the recall. *tr | |||
| 07/20/2008 | 106500 | 1 | |
| Gm recall #03043 nhtsa action#03v327000 hazard warning switch overheats leading to solder joint cracking which in turn leads to an open circuit that causes intermittent/inoperative use of hazard lights/turn signals they have refused my recall because they say the car was built 10 days after the cutoff of 670,740 units that were affected. *tr | |||
| 05/13/2008 | 81500 | 1 | |
| Related to recall #03v327000 had my hazard switch replaced via recall. new switch is same as old switch and is defective. pontiac won't replace. purchase new switch yesterday and is also defective. replacement switches are also defective. recall does not remedy problem. *tr | |||
| 01/16/2008 | 56000 | 50 | 08/01/2001 |
| I have a 2001 grand-am. there was a recall on the hazard light switch #nhtsa recall campaign number: 03v327000 component: exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch details: 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. corrective action: 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. units potentially affected: 670740 recall initiated by: odi date added to nhtsa database: 09/04/2003 i have called pontiac because i am having the exact problem but they say my vin puts my car out of the almost 700,000 cars effected. what can i do? *tr | |||
| 08/01/2005 | 70000 | 100 | 02/06/2001 |
| Tl*contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. she noticed that there was a leak under her vehicle for a few years. on several occasions the dealer was unable to find the cause of the leak. the dealer later stated that the leak was coming from the gas tank line and it was a fuel leak. they also told her that there was a related recall; however, her vin was not related. the contact is aware of the safety risk involved and request that her vin is a part of the existing nhtsa campaign id number 07e021000. the dealer information is not available. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 98,000. the consumer stated the vehicle is still located at the repair shop awaiting word from the corp office. the dealer stated replaced hazard lights switch, speaker radio rear door, molding windshield side pillar, exterior bulbs, and wiper blade. updated 10/31/07 *tr | |||
| 08/27/2007 | 47950 | 3 | 06/09/2001 |
| On 4/3/07 my pontiac grand am was worked on at greiner pontiac in victorville california because a constant ticking noise was coming from the console when i used my turn signals, also air bag light came on and the area where the radio is became very hot. on 4/3/07 greiner pontiac found the multi-function switch to be failing. greiner pontiac replaced the switch. when they finished my car, as i drove away i noticed that the steering wheel was tight and made a tick noise when i turned. i went back to greiner to inform them of this, and they said that is normal from replacing that switch. on 8/27/07 the steering locked up on me while driving and the horn started beeping on its own. i called greiner when i returned home and they told me it sounded like the power steering pump went out. they advised me to take it to ideal auto center who does work on gmc vehicles. took my vehicle to ideal auto center approx 10:10 in the morning of 8/27/07. on 8/28/07, tuesday afternoon i called ideal , talked to mike he stated when greiner pontiac put the multi-function switch in on 4/3/07 they had put it in wrong and that my car should have never left their lot that day in the condition they left it in. on 8/31/07 , approx. 11:30 am, i called ideal auto center, spoke to mike, he stated that my car should be ready in about an hour. i then went down to ideal auto, and mike stated that my car should be ready shortly. about and hour and a half went by, i asked the cashier clerk if she can check the status of my car. she told me that the steering wheel was broke, had a crack . when their mechanic tried to un-loosen the steering wheel, a loud noise sounded off. ideal auto said when greiner did the work on 4/3/07 they tightened the steering wheel too tight which caused pressure to crack the steering wheel in side. *jb | |||
| 03/13/2007 | 3 | 03/06/2004 | |
| I have a 2001 pontiac grand am. i received a notice that the hazard switch was recalled and i took it to the dealer ship to have it replaced. after that i had a clicking noise that was intermittent so i took it back and they replaced it again...still have the clicking noise. then they told me it was the multi function switch. after doing some research this seems to be a known problem in the pontiac's and should be recalled along with the hazard switch. if the problem was not such a known issues i would not be complaining. matter of fact this is my first complaint ever on a vehicle. i hope pontiac realizes there is a problem before it causes fire or something that is a safety issue. however, i do think it is a default and pontiac should be reimbursing for this problem. *jb | |||
| 08/06/2004 | 10 | 01/14/2002 | |
| Hazard switch recall has been replaced twice on my 2001 pontiac grand am and i am still having the same clicking noise, sounds like a turn signal, and it is getting worse. i am told by the dealership that i will need to replace the turn signal switch, that the recall has to do with the hazard light not the turn signal. the noise being heard has always been the turn signal noise, it just comes from the center of the car where the hazard switch is located, and i have seen plenty of reports from other individuals that are having the same issue. pontiac gm should have to fix this problem, not the consumer! i am also having a problem with the security light coming on and having to turn the key and wait 10 minutes before i can start my car. there is nothing that the service department will do about it because by the time you take it to be repaired they cannot find the malfunction. gm should have to fix these ongoing problems that many consumers are having with this model vehicle. *jb | |||
| 06/30/2006 | 50000 | 1 | 07/07/2003 |
| I just recently replaced the coolant intake in my 2001 pontiac grand am se 6 cylinder. the mechanic told me that he has seen this many times before and that it is a costly manufacturing error. i also have to replace my multi-function switch when the turn signal recall came out. i have done a little research on the coolant intake problem and as i have stated i have found that as well as my gm dealer have all noted that there is a design flaw with the gasket in it's relation to the dex-cool coolant (the coolant is acidic and eats away at the gasket which leads to coolant getting into engine or oil getting into coolant). i would like to looked at further. *jb | |||
| 03/07/2004 | 65000 | 100 | 08/06/2001 |
| I have had a failure with my multi-function switch causing my turn signal sound to constantly be going off. a couple of times, my steering column has started smoking from this. it is also a distraction from paying attention to driving. *jb | |||
| 05/16/2006 | 2 | 05/05/2002 | |
| It started with a very annoying fast clicking noise. it got worse and worse! then, smoke started coming out of the steering column. i had the hazard switch replaced under the recall. i took it to the dealer today and they told me that it is my multifuction switch, it shorted out the hazard switch, which i already had replaced. now, i am getting charged 315.00 to get it fixed! i have seen many many complaints on many years of the grand am. you would figure that if the company knew about it, then they would take the time and money to correct the problem, the right way. i have told everyone that i know about this, and not to ever buy a pontiac they don't take care of their consumers!! *nm | |||
| 11/01/2005 | 29000 | 10 | 05/23/2001 |
| Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign 03v327000 concerning the exterior lighting:hazard warning switch. . this vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to vin. *ak updated 1/11/2006. the turn/hazard switch was replaced on 12/10/2005 with gm part 10359039. the old part number was 22624799 0691 e. *nm | |||
| 10/07/2005 | 15 | 06/13/2001 | |
| Faulty turning signals. although gm has had a recall on this item i don't think included all vin numbers in the recall. my car is suffering from the same problem but was refused recall service because my vin number was not included. i feel there maybe numerous cars out there that were excluded from this recall. i have a 2001 pontiac grand am gt sedan. *jb | |||
| 10/17/2005 | 150000 | 3 | 04/26/2001 |
| Continuous rapid clicking noise from dash caused by short circuit in multi-function switch. according to mechanic this eventually will result in turn signal failure if not repaired, due to short circuit causing switch to burn out. this has been a recurring problem on this vehicle. had this problem repaired three times already (07/23/2003, 11/14/2004, 10/18/2005) . each repair replaced the multi-function switch with a new part and cost about $300 installed. suspect some kind of manufacturing defect is causing this safety issue. this problem is not related to the flasher unit recall, since this vehicle was already serviced for that recall, but this problem continues to occur. *jb | |||
| 09/06/2005 | 10 | ||
| Turn signals operate intermittently. driver cannot signal turns or lane changes. pontiac claims my vehicle is not covered under nhtsa campaign # 03v327000 even though it is the same problem. *jb | |||
| 08/15/2005 | 100 | 06/04/2001 | |
| I own at 2001 pontiac grand am which has had a recall on exterior lighting - hazard flashing warning lights which causes my turn signals to operate intermittently. through my own investigation over 700,000 of these models have been recalled. when i went to the dealer to have it repaired, i was informed that my vin number didn't fall into the range that general motors was willing to replace for free. general motors told me to pay for the repair and send them the bill and they will review it. it is very obvious that this is the same issue that other grand am owners are having - this part is defective and i want gm to replace it. this is a safety issue with my car, how can they not fix it?? | |||
| 05/15/2005 | 62000 | 2 | 06/30/2004 |
| Dt: consumer complained about hazard light switch problem. was told by the dealership that the model years 1999 -2001 had the same problem. the part number 226247990961e that was on this car, and was under recall. has a recall. the recall number was unavailable. the part was replaced in may 2005, and still had the same clicking noise from the hazard switch. also, complained about security system problem. when i trying to start put the key in ignition and the light flashed, car would not start. had to reset the system. turned the key to the accessory position for 15 minutes for the car to start. dealership wanted to charge $45.00 diagnose ,and to replace the part with the same kind of part that was already replaced it with once. this has been happening since first purchasing the car in june 30, 2004. this happened every time consumer drove the car. *ak | |||
| 03/23/2004 | 1 | 07/01/2001 | |
| Contact states: after the signal light was fixed per the recall notice, a clicking sound was heard and smoke emitted from the arm. if the turn was not very wide, the signal stayed on. the dealer stated the problem is part of the recall and will not fix it. | |||
| 04/14/2005 | 28000 | 2 | 09/05/2001 |
| Our 2001 pontiac grand am was making a clicking noise by the switch for the hazard light for a couple months. tonight it would not stop and the car started smoking. i went to your web site only to find out that the car was recalled and we were not notified. i am very disturbed by the fact that car manufacturers do not have to notify owners of failures to the vehicles. what if my car had started on fire and not just smoked. we had a similar incident with our ford explorer and the gas filter being faulty. we were not notified on that either and the vehicle would lurch when put in reverse. an accident could easily have occurred with that problem. i think you need to start making the car manufacturers notify owners of problems. if i didn't have access to the internet i wouldn't have known this was recalled. *ak | |||
| 01/10/2005 | 37000 | 1 | |
| Recall campaign: the consumer states the hazard warning switch fails intermittently. a recall for it was issued, however the vehicle's vin number is outside of the remedy scope. please provide additional information. *nm | |||
| 11/13/2004 | 2 | 08/04/2001 | |
| Turn signals and hazard lights do not work. it started when the weather was getting colder. they eventually may start working. i found if i would wiggle the hazard switch the turn signals would work. i bought and replaced the hazard switch 22624799 and it resolved the problem. this is a recall but it does not include my vin. *ak | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 1 | 10/01/2004 | |
| Recall 03v327000 concerning hazard warning switch: after recall repairs were done vehicle experienced a clicking sound in the steering wheel. dealer was notified, and informed the consumer that this problem was not covered under the recall, but another issue not pertaining to the recall. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer wants turn signals repaired under the recall at no charge. *mr the turn signals and the hazard warning flasher worked intermittently. recall#03v327000. *sc *jb | |||
| 04/01/2004 | 55000 | 1 | 07/01/2003 |
| I just paid to have my wires for my hazard switch fixed, then i get the recall in for the switch to be replaced. gm wouldn't just give me a reimberment for the wires i had to replace. *ak | |||
| 04/14/2004 | 2 | ||
| Consumer received a recall notice for replacement of hazard warning flasher switch. consumer spoke with service manager vicky weston about incomplete recall repair on the switch. *ak | |||
| 3 | 12/31/2002 | ||
| Driver heard a clicking noise coming from the turn signal. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that turning signal needed to be replaced. *ak hazard switch was replaced as a defect. *la | |||
| 03/23/2004 | 5 | ||
| After making an appointment and leaving the vehicle at the dealership to have the hazard warning switch recall 03v327000 repairs performed, dealership didn't have the replacement switch. also when the vehicle was picked up the clock, radio, display lights and the headlights were inoperative. the dealership did not accept responsibility. *ak | |||
| 03/22/2004 | 3 | ||
| Nhtsa recall 03v327000 subject:hazard warning switch. the turn signals became inoperative. consumer received the recall notice took the vehicle to the dealer, who performed recall repairs. after driving the vehicle for less than ten minutes the turn signals failed. consumer immediately took the vehicle back to the dealer and the signals came on. dealer indicated it was an intermittent problem which could not be resolved. *ak. | |||
| 09/09/2003 | 36000 | 08/10/2002 | |
| The turn signals would work intermittantly. dealer said the signals should work again if the hazzard switch is engaged and then disengaged. this did help solve the problem when it would arise. took the car in for service and they replaced the hazzard switch. this did fix the problem. another service shop said this has been a common problem for this part due to a bad solder joint in the switch and they have changed out quite a few switches. looked online to see if there had been a recall on this part in my car type. there is but my car is not listed as one where this fix is aurthorized. | |||
| 09/09/2003 | 38000 | 1 | |
| Hazard signal switch failed. consumer was unable to give indication to oncoming traffic. consumer said her vehicle had the same problem as mentioned in recall 03v327000 , but dealer would not repair the vehicle because vin was not included. *ak | |||
| 05/15/2003 | 1 | 12/23/2001 | |
| Turn signal fails intermittently. *ak the consumer was informed by the manufacturer that there was no recall, although the consumer saw a recall on the nhtsa website. the manufacturer refused to repair the problem. *ph *nlm | |||
| 07/22/2003 | 30000 | 2 | 04/15/2001 |
| 2001 pontiac grand am gt coupe (1) intermittent failures with turn signals. (2) intermittent failures with 4-way flashers. either of these two failures could have easily caused an accident. corrective action was to replace both swithces.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT | |||
| 07/05/2004 | 1111 | 04/05/2001 | |
| The turn signals and hazard lights are defective and do not work 99% of the time. i have taken it to the dealership i purchased the car from and they did not fix it for me. dealership said that it was not part of the recall. have had several tickets due to not properly using my turn signals. *jb | |||
| 12/31/2003 | 1 | ||
| I have a 2001 pontiac grand am. i recently became aware of a recall for this vehicle model and year having to do with hazard warning switches that are defective, causing turn signals/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative (recall #03v327000, gm recall #03043). i had this intermittent turn signal problem with my vehicle, so i contacted gm and was informed that my vin number (vin 1g2ne52t61m606879) is not part of the recall. i took the vehicle to my local pontiac dealer on 12-31-03 for a diagnostic and repair. they replaced the hazard switch. the summary on their invoice says: 44337 bad switch replace hasard switch 770.5 . this seems to me to be the problem described in the recall, but since this vehicle vin number is not in the recall, i had to pay the cost of parts and labor to fix this problem ($89.16). i am submitting this information to you because of the safety issues involved and because it appears to be related to the recall mentioned above. thank you.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 11/09/2006 | 300 | 6 | 04/09/2001 |
| Grinding sound in front brakes. dealer replaced rotors at my expense. still making grinding noice. breaks seem to have been a problem since i bought the car new in 2001. recall of blinker switch. blinking (inside above radio) noise came back after 1 year. dealer says that recall was for the hazard lights not the turn signals? car won't start and security light on. have to wait 10 minutes with car in (on) position and then car will start..this information is located in the owners manual (are they expecting this problem?) dealer said at first that my key was worn out that's why it's not reading it correctly and then later stated that the sensor was bad in the ignition switch. had to replace ignition sensor switch at my expense. rear floor board behind drivers side gets wet. no known cause. recently the service vehicle soon lite came on. dealer repaired at my expense. dealer said that the headlights were out and a part was cracked. heater/ac buttons 1 and 2 do not work. recently noticed that when i drive i hear grinding sounds seems to be coming from the body of the car, like it's coming unscrewed. just took my car in for repairs of ignition switch, 4 new tires, a back seat seatbelt replacement and my drivers side automate seat adjuster was working the morning i took it in. when i picked up my car it was making a grinding sound and the seat cushion was torn. service manager says they will replace the seat cushion but they don't think they broke the seat adjuster and the service manager says that maybe the seat adjuster just decided to go on that particular day. i'm now fighting to have them repair what they broke. i will never go to nucar pontiac in delaware for repairs again. this is the worst car i've ever owned. i think most of these problems should be recalls since many people have them. i will never buy a gm car again. please someone help to make the car makers responsible for their poor workmanship. *nm | |||
| 09/27/2004 | 1 | ||
| Headlights in 2001 pontiac grandam gt are inefficient, cannot see road early morning and later nights. need to reduce speed out of normal -> i as a driver feel very unsafe when driving my grandam at night or with low visibility because headlights don't help me see.*ak | |||
| 03/23/2004 | 5 | ||
| After making an appointment and leaving the vehicle at the dealership to have the hazard warning switch recall 03v327000 repairs performed, dealership didn't have the replacement switch. also when the vehicle was picked up the clock, radio, display lights and the headlights were inoperative. the dealership did not accept responsibility. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Tail lights stopped working even after the bulbs were replaced.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||
| 11/01/2006 | 90000 | 1 | |
| My husband bought me a 2001 grand am gt in october 05' @ 80,000 miles. i had problems with the front driver and passenger windows in a year. the driver side window regulator popped and blew out then about 2wks later the passenger side window went out!! my ignition switch doesn't work, i can take my keys out of the ignition while the car is still on. my signal lights went out i replaced them. my driver side seat does not maneuver @ all. my fog light in the front on the left side has came off completely while the car was still parked. i have noticed other grand ams @ drive through restaurants who's windows don't work and you have to get you're food through the door!! this is completely unacceptable and should be fixed free of charge to all owners asap!! its a shame we pay so much for so little!! *tr | |||
| 01/15/2007 | 93000 | 40 | |
| Tl*- the contact stated that the turn signal on the 2000 pontiac grand am was inoperative. the contact stated when attempting to use the signal it will start then, without warning, it will become inoperative. sometimes the turn signal would not work at all. the contact spoke with pontiac, and they informed him that vehicle was not part of recall 03v327000. the vehicle was never taken to the dealership for repairs. the vehicle currently had 93000 miles. *ak | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 70000 | 1 | |
| Dt: the turn signal was making a clicking sound even after the light was turned off. it seemed to be mostly when making a right turn. the problem was ongoing since april 2005. it continued to make the clicking sound anywhere from five to twenty minutes after making the turn. this was an on going problem. when the vehicle was taken to a dealership they said they would have to remove the dashboard to find the cause of the problem. the contact was still unsure of what the exact cause was. the contact has heard of an investigation for the 2002 models.*ak | |||
| 08/15/2005 | 100 | 06/04/2001 | |
| I own at 2001 pontiac grand am which has had a recall on exterior lighting - hazard flashing warning lights which causes my turn signals to operate intermittently. through my own investigation over 700,000 of these models have been recalled. when i went to the dealer to have it repaired, i was informed that my vin number didn't fall into the range that general motors was willing to replace for free. general motors told me to pay for the repair and send them the bill and they will review it. it is very obvious that this is the same issue that other grand am owners are having - this part is defective and i want gm to replace it. this is a safety issue with my car, how can they not fix it?? | |||
| 09/23/2004 | 95000 | 1 | 01/21/2002 |
| There was a clicking sound in the dash near the turn signal switch. it would constantly click as if the blinker was on while driving down the road. he mechanic said it would eventually would wear out and need replaced costing $350. it has not been replaced yet. *ak | |||
| 11/13/2004 | 2 | 08/04/2001 | |
| Turn signals and hazard lights do not work. it started when the weather was getting colder. they eventually may start working. i found if i would wiggle the hazard switch the turn signals would work. i bought and replaced the hazard switch 22624799 and it resolved the problem. this is a recall but it does not include my vin. *ak | |||
| 07/04/2004 | 75000 | 100 | |
| Failure of turn signals on 2001 pontiac grand am. turn signals frequently will not operate for extended periods of driving. this failure of the turn signal system greatly increases the danger of driving on freeways and in general. turn signals may not operate in either direction for hours, then happen to work properly for a while, before returning to non-functioning. took car for repair, but signals worked that day. no incidents or injuries, just more danger when non-functioning on a car that is relatively new. thanks. *ak | |||
| 06/05/2004 | 30000 | 2 | |
| Turn signal/ hazard warning lights worked intermittently. consumer contacted the dealer, who stated that there was a recall for this problem. however, this vehicle was not involve din recall due to vin. *ak | |||
| 45000 | 1 | ||
| Turn signals worked intermittently but flasher indicator did not working correctly. a recall was issued for this problem. however, the service technicians claimed they will not do the necessary repairs. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| The sound for the turn signals would continue after the signal was off. problem was caused due to a short in the wiring. *ph *mr | |||
| 03/12/2001 | 47000 | 1 | 03/12/2001 |
| Turn signals turn off on their own. *ak | |||
| 79000 | 2 | ||
| Turn signal and hazard lights operated intermittently. *ak | |||
| 08/15/2003 | 29000 | 1 | |
| When driving turn signals worked intermittently.*ak | |||
| 11/19/2003 | 2 | ||
| When shifting gears the vehicle vibrated and would not move. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis. the mechanic noticed the shaft inside of transmission broke off and needed to be replaced.*ak in addition, the turn signals failed intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they could not duplicate the problem. *ph *nm | |||
| 08/17/2002 | 1 | 08/18/2002 | |
| I have a 2001 pontiac grand am that i bought from the dealership in august 2002 in less than a year my turn signals stopped working niether power window will work , the tires have had to been replaced, and the speakers have had to be replaced. this care has only 52,000 miles on it and has been well maintained. now, the front wheels of the car are making a horrendous noise that my mechanic can not figure out what it is. i have had problems with this car from the day i bought it and i will never buy another pontiac!!! what can i do? *la | |||
| 05/02/2003 | 6 | 05/19/2001 | |
| I have had many problems with my 2001 grand am. like others many turn signals failed, i have had water leaks, the dome light fell out of its casing and was dangling by its wires. in may of 2003 the computer and its wiring were replaced (at only 31000) after an incident of very ruff shifting. a separate consistant problem that remains unsolved is the car's occasional episodes of not wanting to start. during these episodes it sounds as if the starter will crack, but it just will not start. the only way to get it started at these times is to tap the gas pedal! it has been taken to two dealerships for this problem. they have replaced a fuel intake valve and put new programming in the computer. nothing they ever do solves this problem and usually they tell me that they can not recreate the problem and therefore can not fix it. even after having a new computer the problem still occurs.*ak | |||
| 04/16/2003 | 62000 | 30 | 02/09/2003 |
| Turn signal lights fail regularly, will start working occasionally when hazard switch is cycled. almost caused 2 accidents. *nlm | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT | |||
| 02/09/2006 | 3 | 05/20/2002 | |
| Front driver side wheel bearing failure. i have had me wheel bearing replaced twice in the last year and it is going bad again so that will make it 3 times in 12 months. the first failure was under warranty and was replace free of charge. the second failure happened just after is was out of warranty and i had to pay to have it fixed even though it was replaced 5 months earlier. now is it bad again. i have never had so many problems with one car. the turn signals work sometimes, the car doesn't start all the time. *nm | |||
| 02/23/2005 | 50000 | 03/15/2003 | |
| I have noticed a grinding sound coming from my brakes. i took the car to the shop and was told that i needed pads and rotors, i replaced pads and rotors and the abs, trac off, and the service vehicle soon light started coming on. took the car to the dealer for further analysis and they told me i needed a speed sensor because it was malfunctioning and because it is inside the wheel hub i also had to replace these things also. $700.00 later the lights were still coming on and the brakes was still making this strange noise. i returned the car and after inspection was told that the abs wires were busted and needed to be replaced, $200.00 later the car is still making these noises and the lights are still coming on. no one seems to know what the problem is. i am taking the car back again for further analysis. i have also had a problem with the manifold replaced it at $700.00, the ignition fortunately for me it was covered under the extended warranty i purchased with the car. i also have a problem with the turn signals malfunctioning. *nm | |||
| 08/09/2004 | 6 | 04/30/2004 | |
| Signal lights quit working the only way to get them to work is put on emergency flashers then turn them off. the traction gets stuck in the off position and will not go off until car is turned off. have not replaced anything, mechanic said it is manufacturing problem with electrical system. *ak | |||
| 07/15/2004 | 83000 | 10 | |
| The turn signal flasher failed and as a result the vehicle was rear ended while attempting to make a left turn. *ak *nm | |||
| 45000 | 1 | ||
| Turn signals worked intermittently but flasher indicator did not working correctly. a recall was issued for this problem. however, the service technicians claimed they will not do the necessary repairs. *ak | |||
| 10/01/2001 | |||
| The turn signals work only occasionally. also a coworker has a daughter that is having the same problem with olds alero. a dealer south of here says he has a lot of complaints on both cars. dt | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||
| 09/24/2007 | 56140 | 5 | 05/01/2001 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that the turning signal light would become stuck each time it was activated. she stated that the switch began smoking. the dealer previously repaired the turn signal, however, the failure still occurred. the dealer was notified, but no repairs were made. the powertrain was unknown. the current mileage was 56,146 and failure mileage was 56,140. | |||
| 12/10/2001 | 30000 | 8 | 12/01/2001 |
| Where to start...i have a 2001 pontiac grand am. within 2 months of buying it, my fuel pump & computer went out at the same time. next was my water pump & timing chain. then was the security system, then the turn signals, then the windows wouldn't roll down. and now my brakes are having to be replaced on a consistent basis. the only thing covered by gm was the turn signal switch. all other replacements were at my expense. after researching on this site, i see numerous complaints of the same kind. i notified gm and they refused to help at all. i explained that since there are multiple complaints for the same things, it has to be a manufacturing defect. they shrugged that off. they finally sent me a letter stating that they would no longer entertain any of my comments or complaints. do not buy a pontiac!!! junk city!!! *nm | |||
| 10/17/2005 | 154000 | 3 | 04/26/2001 |
| 2001 pontiac grand am. continuous rapid clicking noise from dash caused by short circuit in multi-function switch creating a major distraction while driving and could lead to an accident if happened unexpectedly. had this problem repaired twice already (07/23/2003, 11/14/2004) and needs to be repaired a third time (10/18/2005) . each repair replaced the multi-function switch with new parts and cost about $250. suspect some kind of manufacturing defect for this problem to be recurring so many times after being repaired. *nm | |||
| 03/11/2005 | 2 | 09/01/2001 | |
| Driver took vehicle to dealer for routine maintenance, and mechanic determined that the left and right tie rods needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak faulty power steering pump caused grinding noise when turning the steering wheel in either direction. the turn signal went out. consumer wants to know if there are any recalls. *bf *nm | |||
| 11/07/2004 | 4 | 06/09/2001 | |
| Intake manifold gasket failure/signal failure/ window regualtor failure/rotors. *ak | |||
| 02/05/2004 | 3 | 06/17/2002 | |
| Turn signal failure (recall by manufacture corrected that problem). however, dealer would not fix the continuos problem with the on-going ticking sound of the turn signal even when signal is not in use. that would cost $273 to fix, dealer said. grinding sound in tires (dealer gave documentation to support the fact that the 2001 pontiac grand am's were manufactured with a faulty tires and rim package. suggested new rims or different than manufacture choice tires. the most significant problem is with the engine. randomly upon ignition and sometimes after sitting idle, the engine will rev high (at times upto 3rpms). sounds like the engine is going to explode! went to 2 pontiac dealers various times (at least 6) and neither can fix the problem. each time i was charged with assessment fees. i'm done with pontiac vehicles!*ak | |||
| 01/15/2004 | |||
| My 2001 pontiac grand am experienced problems with the turn signal making clicking sounds after turning the turn signal off as well as just clicking without having used the turn signal. at times there was a constant clicking sound. i took the vehicle in a second time to the dealership to have the multi function turn signal switch replaced after it had been diagnosed. the first time i took it in (for the same problem) was to have the hazard switch replaced per recall notice # p03043-s of march 2004. replacing the hazarrd switch did not remedy the situation so my vehicle was taken back in to be diagnosed. diagnosis was tech found multi function turn signal switch intermittent contact. | |||
| 09/16/2003 | 33000 | 2 | 09/01/2001 |
| While driving at any speed, intermittently when the signal light was used and then discontinued, the turn signal continued to operate. the signal light was not actually working but the clicking sound continued well after the signal was canceled. *nm *sc *jb | |||
| 55000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer complained about turn signal problem. however, manufacturer stated that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to vin although it had the same problem as stated in the recall. *ak | |||
| 06/01/2001 | 40000 | 1 | 11/08/2001 |
| I am an owner of a 2001 pontiac grand am se 4dr. 2.4 4 cylinder vehicle. consumer is concerned about a braking problem that has occurred recently. whenever the front brakes are applied they pulsate and drag the car to a stop. i have been informed that gm has had multiple problems with other consumers complaint regarding this same issue. it must be so pervasive that gm has issued a service bulletin to its mechanics. see. gm bulletin no. 00-05-23-002b. i have been wondering why there hasn't been a recall over this safety issue. not only does it affect the pontiac grand am but it also affects the chevy malibu 97-03, olds cutlass 97-99 and olds alero 99-03. if you investigate your own web site there are more and more complaints posted. something needs to be done before an accident does occur. incidentally, i am also having a problem with my turn signal/hazard lights intermintently working. this problem has been pinpointed at the hazard light switch which i haven't replaced just yet. i understand that there is an open investigation going on over this issue.*ak | |||
| 08/08/2003 | 23000 | 2 | |
| On 2 separate days/occasions turn signals failed to operate in either direction. after parking car i used 4 way flashers to verify that all bulbs were ok and blinking. turn signals then operated properly immediately after. appears to be intermittent problem, have not yet taken car to dealer for warranty work. *nlm | |||
| 1 | 07/22/2002 | ||
| Consumer called complaining about having turn signal switch problems. delaer was contacted, and stated that they could not figure out what was wrong with it.manufacturer was not contacted.*ak | |||
| 07/22/2003 | 30000 | 2 | 04/15/2001 |
| 2001 pontiac grand am gt coupe (1) intermittent failures with turn signals. (2) intermittent failures with 4-way flashers. either of these two failures could have easily caused an accident. corrective action was to replace both swithces.*ak | |||
| 07/15/2003 | 20000 | 200 | 07/15/2001 |
| Turn signals only work on occasion. must turn on hazard lights first to get turn signals to work. hazard lights are not also only working on occasion. *ak | |||