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 . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 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 - 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 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 12/31/2012 | 91000 | 1 | |
| Sometimes, when applying the turn signals, the turn signal does not activate, even though the turn signal lever is in the correct position. the relay does not click, and the turn signals do not flash. also, at random times, the turn signal relay can be heard clicking rapidly on and off when the turn signals are not turned on. the turn signals do not turn on when this occurs, just the relay in the dash clicks. as stated, this happens randomly and can go on for hours over a long drive. *tr | |||
| 12/31/2012 | 91000 | ||
| Sometimes, when applying the turn signals, the turn signal does not activate, even though the turn signal lever is in the correct position. the relay does not click, and the turn signals do not flash. also, at random times, the turn signal relay can be heard clicking rapidly on and off when the turn signals are not turned on. the turn signals do not turn on when this occurs, just the relay in the dash clicks. as stated, this happens randomly and can go on for hours over a long drive. | |||
| 09/27/2012 | 87950 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that the turn signal switch failed. the contact stated that the turn signal would work when the hazard lights were on, but not during normal driving. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who verified that the switch needed to be replaced. the failure mileage and current mileage was 87,950.pmb | |||
| 09/27/2012 | 87950 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that the turn signal switch failed on the vehicle. the contact stated that the turn signal will work when the hazard lights are on, but not during normal driving. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the switch needed to be replaced. the failure mileage and current mileages were 87,950.rl | |||
| 04/18/2012 | 182000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am . the contact stated that while driving 35 mph and making a turn, the turn signals failed to illuminate. the contact activated the emergency hazard lights so that the turning signals would function. the vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis . the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance to the contact. the failure mileage was 182,000 and the current mileage was 182,200. | |||
| 08/15/2011 | 103000 | ||
| The turn signals intermittently work. gm is aware of the problem. there are 2 other recalls for the same issue, but for different years. 2000-2001 grand am, oldsmobile alero, chevrolet malibu (nhtsa campaign id number 03v327000) and 1999-2000 grand am, oldsmobile alero, chevrolet malibu. i have called pontiac, however they were unable to assist me with this issue. this is a very serious problem that could result in a crash. | |||
| 07/28/2011 | 117000 | ||
| Turn signals work intermittently. this was noticed about 2 weeks ago. i have not had an accident because of this situation but could very well be in one if someone is not able to know i'm making a turn. | |||
| 11/20/2007 | 58000 | ||
| Turn signals would stop working at different times. started researching and found some vin#'s were recalled while others weren't. some complaints stated if you push the hazard button when they don't work that they will start working. i tried this and it did work. numerous complaints all over the web about same problem. contacted pontiac who didn't want to fix the problem. they had no concern that there were numerous other issues with the same cars. common sense would say if they are doing the same thing as the others that were recalled then it should be fixed by pontiac. this is something that can very well cause a crash. i will continue to do what i have to for pontiac to acknowledge the problem. | |||
| 11/19/2010 | 115000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. the contact stated while he attempted to signal to turn left he noticed that signal lights failed. the manufacturer took a report 71-895-752703, but will not assist with the repair. the vehicle wasn't repaired. the failure and the current mileage were 115,000. li | |||
| 09/23/2010 | 99000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. both turn signal right and left has failed. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was call stating there was no recalls or warranty for this failure and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 99,000....mw | |||
| 08/01/2009 | 85826 | 1 | |
| The lamps on my gt grand am aren't right do to the low beams being brighter than the high beems. and water is in the lamp. and my car will not start and i called and told you all of this. and i worked on it some and moved some wires and it stared to work once again. and now down again.it will not do a thing but light up the dash. so i replaced the keystarter and it still doesn't do anything. my daughters car is also a grand am and it locked up on her too and would not start .lord forbid if you were in the wrong place at the wrong time and the fact that we are women, hopefully nothing bad would happen. she replaced the ignition which was the problem with her vehicle but it is not the case with my vehicle. i was hearing click click in the dash a lot and can not tell what it is and not sure if it is a short. and it is not fair we bought the vehicle and it seems like a death trap. thank you for all your help. ps the car dose not like to stop right it has new brakes on it and been updated. but still dose not wait to stop. but i came really close to hitting some one. *tr | |||
| 04/24/2009 | 101000 | 1 | |
| My car has had a clicking noise ongoing for a few months now. it seems to be stemming from behind the hazard light button in the center of the car. today the car started smoking behind the steering column on the inside of the car. why isn't there a recall? i've read so many complains similar to mine. what could have happened if it caught on fire earlier today? please do something. *tr | |||
| 01/21/2009 | 111500 | 1 | |
| Turn signal will work intermittently. turn signal will work then not work. you never know when it will not work. *tr | |||
| 11/28/2008 | 63000 | 1 | |
| Similar to many of the other complaints here. about the blinker relay cycling when in the neutral position. there were recalls for this on previous model years. no recall exists for this model year and mr. pontiac wants $95 to do a diagnostic. likely it is a manufacturing defect judging from the number of other complaints here. the rate of relay cycling has some correlation to the temperature. *tr | |||
| 10/19/2008 | 62200 | 1 | |
| My 2003 pontiac grand am gt turn signal/hazard light switch stops working. i have to hit on the dash to get it started then it quits again. i looked up a recall on this and i found that models 2002 have a recall on this problem, but not the 2003 model. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2006 | 60000 | 1 | |
| My car is a 2003 pontiac grand am. i purchased it in 2004. in september of 2006 my dashboard starting making clicking noises that sound like the blinker. this became worse within a month and the steering column began smoking occasionally out of the place where the multifunction switch is. i replaced the part in october of 2006. recently, (06/08) 19 months after the manufacturers warranty ended, the multifunction switch is now clicking again. i contacted pontiac both times and was told that nothing could be done and that the problem would need to be paid for out of pocket. to me this is a severe safety issue. my car could have started on fire due to the multifunction switch. a recall should be done for this part on my gm product. *tr | |||
| 06/04/2008 | 78000 | 1 | |
| I have this annoying clicking sound which i thought was my turn signal. however, this noise continues even when my turn signal is off. i tried changing the hazard switch, but the noise continues. it happens several times a day while i'm driving and sometimes it clicks faster and longer then other times. i've also noticed small traces of smoke rise from my steering column while the click is happening. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2007 | 1 | 03/20/2005 | |
| Wiper/turn signal control arm isn't working correctly. *tr | |||
| 11/09/2006 | 400 | ||
| Multifunction switch makes a clicking noise even when i am not using the turn signals. at first, if i wiggled or tapped on the switch, the clicking would stop, but now it just clicks incessantly. it is extremely annoying and costs almost $400 to replace. *tr | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||
| 08/10/2003 | 3 | 06/10/2003 | |
| I purchased this vehicle in june 2003 with 1695 miles on it. one month later it's in the shop because there was water leaking in through the moonroof's open/close button and the trunk failed to open using the remote or the button on the driver's door. the dealer had the windshield resealed and fixed the connection problem for the trunk. now the vehicle's fog lamps go on and stay on for no reason, even when the vehicle is turned off. i had to take the fuse out for the weekend until i can take it into the dealership. this is the second electrical problem i've had and the car only has 4200 miles on it. *ph | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS | |||
| 05/07/2007 | 1 | ||
| My 2003 pontiac has a clicking in the dash underneath the hazard switch. when i turn on the signal the clicking goes in rhythm with the signals but when i turn the signals off it continue to click, sometimes fast sometimes slow. at first it would only happen very rarely. i am afraid for my child and i it may be a shorter that may cause a fire. i feel there should be a recall on this problem with all the complaints of this matter. please look into this matter and let me know what is going on. i have spoken with many many people who experience the same problem with their gm vehicle. why is the 2003 excluded from this recall??? this problem started with me back in 2007 and i am still having this same problem. i need you to fix the problem before anything bad happen. thanks *tr | |||
| 11/09/2006 | 50 | 02/16/2004 | |
| There is a clicking under my hazard lights. when i use the turn signal is goes to the regular rhythm. it occurs every time.*ak | |||
| 02/03/2007 | 81000 | 1 | 08/08/2003 |
| Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am gt. the current and failure mileage was 81,000. the contact 's vehicle had the same failurethe failure that was mentioned in recall #03v327000; exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch where the turn signals/hazard lamps worked intermittently. the failure began on 2-3-07. *ak updated 02/27/07. *jb | |||
| 02/22/2006 | 5 | 02/22/2006 | |
| Several times since purchasing my 2003 pontiac, there is intermittent clicking coming from the hazard switch area in the instrument panel and several instances of tail light, turn signal, and hazard light failure. have had the problem diagnosed by a mechanic and was told it is coming from the multi function switch in the steering column and will cost more than $300 to fix. i have found other reports of this malfunction from pontiac owners from 1999 up through 2004 and have not been able to find a recall for anything other than the hazard switch. my hazard switch has been replaced and did not alleviate the problem. *jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 02/04/2010 | 113623 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. he noticed a clicking sound coming from the exterior hazard lights and determined that the multi turn signal hazard switch needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted and advised her that there were no recalls related to the failure. the vehicle was also outside of the factory warranty and all repairs would be at the owner | |||
| 01/10/2008 | 1 | ||
| 2003 pontiac grand am 4 cylinder. started hearing a clicking noise, like the blinker is on. now it makes the noise all the time while the car is running. this is very annoying and can make you think you left your blinker on. i replaced the hazard switch and it didn't stop it. someone said it may be the multifunction switch. i took it to the dealer and was told that no recall was on that specific part. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 40000 | 1 | |
| The ticker sound that is usually associated with the flashers or turn signal continues incessantly when neither function is activated. sound comes from behind hazard button, but mechanics have advised replacing the multifunction switch in the steering column. they have warned that the situation will worsen and perhaps cause brake light problems if not corrected. *tr | |||
| 04/04/2008 | 55000 | 1000 | 12/05/2007 |
| Multifunction switch makes a clicking noise even when i am not using the turn signals. at first, if i wiggled or tapped on the switch, the clicking would stop, but now it just clicks incessantly. it is extremely annoying. yesterday while driving down the freeway i noticed a small stream of smoke coming from my steering wheel. i immediately drove it to a pontiac deal and they advised it shouldn't catch fire that it would blow a fuse before it got too hot. they advise it would cost over 300 to fix. this is frustrating because it's been recalled on several earlier models. *tr | |||
| 08/15/2006 | 1 | 08/15/2006 | |
| A clicking noise that sounds like the hazard lights are on when they are not. was told at first it was the hazard switch, however, after being replaced this did not fix the problem. have now determined it is the multi-function switch and it costs over $300 to fix. have heard many other grand am owners complain about this problem. *jb | |||
| 07/20/2007 | 42000 | 1 | 06/20/2003 |
| My 2003 pontiac grand am has had this clicking noise, coming from under the dash for about a year now. it sounds like the sound the turn signal would make, but a little faster. and it comes and goes and lasts for different durations of time. i notice when the turn signal is on, then the noise goes away. also, when i slightly hold the hazard button in, without actually turning it on, the noise also stops, but then my turn signals won't work. i took it to the mechanic and he stated that it might be the hazard switch. however, with the new switch in place, the problem and annoying sound continued! *jb | |||
| 12/11/2006 | 1 | 05/12/2004 | |
| My 2003 pontiac has a clicking in the dash underneath the hazard switch. when i turn on turn signal the clicking goes in rhythm with the signals but when i turn the signals off it continues to click, sometimes fast sometimes slow. this is very annoying and i am afraid there may be a short that may cause a fire. i have checked the internet and come to find that many pontiac owners are experiencing the same problem. they have told pontiac about this problem and they just ignore the complaints. i feel there should be a recall on this problem with all the complaints of this matter. this problem seems to be occurring in many pontiac's ranging from 1995 to 2004. i have a 2003 grand am gt. i hope that you have received many complaints for this problem because through my investigating this problem i have found so many with the same problem. pontiac has to fix this problem before someone's vehicle catches on fire and burns a house down with an attached garage. please look into this matter and let me know what is going on. *jb | |||
| 03/23/2006 | 1 | 01/23/2006 | |
| Fast clicking sound(sounds like the blinker is going but it is not) very irritating and i have read online that a lot of people have this problem and pontiac will not recall it. and it costs over 400 dollars to fix. *jb | |||
| 08/13/2006 | 1 | 08/13/2006 | |
| Multi-function switch - pontiac grand am gt 2003. i have spoken with many many people who experience the same problem with their gm vehicle. malfunction in switch causes a ticking noise as though the hazard lights were on although they are not. noise is almost constant. hazard switch replaced and did not fix problem. everyone i have talked to has said that replacing the multi-function switch corrects the problem. if so many are malfunctioning, why isn't there a recall to fix them? *jb | |||
| 04/01/2006 | 59000 | 1 | 08/12/2003 |
| I am having the same turn signal issue( hazard switch) in my 2003 grand am that gm issued a recall on for the 2000, 2001 models. why is the 2003 excluded from this recall??? *jb | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 36000 | 1000 | 10/04/2002 |
| Car makes a randomly clicks like the turn signal is on, but at uneven intervals. when the turn signal is used, the clicking becomes consistent. turn signal lights do not appear to be activating when random clicking noise is made. started very infrequently, but has now increased to a near continual levels. appears to be similar to recall: 03v327000. *jb | |||
| 09/13/2005 | 49439 | 1 | 12/28/2002 |
| Dt: the caller had to have the hazard warning light switch replaced. the caller said a blinking sound came from the dashboard but the lights were not on. dealer replaced the switch at caller's expense. there was a recall 03v3270000 on other years but not on this year. manufacturer said this vehicle was not included in the recall. *ak *jb | |||
| 06/26/2005 | 35000 | 1000 | 09/01/2004 |
| Turn signal switch activates all by itself, at will, at any time. switch is combo for hazard and turn signal. (same switch). circuit opens and closes randomly. | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 07/15/2007 | 30000 | 60 | 08/15/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that there was low visibility when the headlights were illuminated. he felt that the clouded lenses caused the failure, however, the dealer stated that chemicals from a car wash were the cause. as of september 17, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 34,720. the consumer provided information pertaining to the defect. the consumer stated the manufacturer is at fault, however the manufacturer stated will not be held financially responsible for the defect. updated 10/03/07 *tr | |||
| 09/01/2004 | 2 | ||
| While driving at night the headlights are very dim. consumer states there is an electrical problem. consumer has taken the vehicle to the dealer twice. consumer states he was denied service, which resulted in a fire.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 02/10/2005 | 1 | ||
| While driving headlights and interior lights flashed on and off. driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, mechanic determined that an electrical short was the cause. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||
| 05/19/2009 | 102000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. the contact stated that both turn signals were inoperable. the contact called the dealership and was informed that there were no related recalls; the contact was informed that she would be responsible for repair expenses. the current and failure mileages were approximately 102,000. | |||
| 01/10/2008 | 1 | ||
| 2003 pontiac grand am 4 cylinder. started hearing a clicking noise, like the blinker is on. now it makes the noise all the time while the car is running. this is very annoying and can make you think you left your blinker on. i replaced the hazard switch and it didn't stop it. someone said it may be the multifunction switch. i took it to the dealer and was told that no recall was on that specific part. *tr | |||
| 11/09/2006 | 50 | 02/16/2004 | |
| There is a clicking under my hazard lights. when i use the turn signal is goes to the regular rhythm. it occurs every time.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2003 pontiac grand am with several problems. consumer states that the vehicle had a problem with the turn signal. consumer was informed that there was no recall on his vehicle. then experienced problems with the intake manifold gasket. *kb the consumer was informed there was oil in the coolant recovery tank, which required replacement of the intake manifold, valve cover gaskets, thermostat and coolant. *jb the consumer also stated the cruise control did not engage properly and there was a problem with the turn signal flasher. | |||
| 01/25/2008 | 54000 | 9000 | 06/30/2003 |
| Turn signal sound continues after turn signal is off. sound comes on/off without signal on. bulletins have been released up to year before car manufactured. manufacture does not recognize problem. *tr | |||
| 11/24/2007 | 75000 | 5 | 11/10/2003 |
| Horn blows when no one is around the car, or just driving down the road. last time this happened the horn burnt out, the cruise control kicks in when not even on, the blinker makes a blinking sound inside the car. *tr | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 40000 | 1 | |
| The ticker sound that is usually associated with the flashers or turn signal continues incessantly when neither function is activated. sound comes from behind hazard button, but mechanics have advised replacing the multifunction switch in the steering column. they have warned that the situation will worsen and perhaps cause brake light problems if not corrected. *tr | |||
| 02/10/2007 | 179000 | 100 | 01/11/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. after the contact turned the steering wheel with the turn signal activated, the signal clicking sound continued. occasionally, the sound would stop after a few seconds, and at other times, it would continue. the clicking sound would also occur when the vehicle was started. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer. the current mileage was 181,000 and failure mileage was 179,000. *updated 04/30/08 *bf the consumer stated the fuse box is also giving her problems sometimes the gauge lights will not come on and may not start after attempting to fix the defect. updated 04/23/08 *tr | |||
| 05/07/2007 | 45800 | 10 | 10/05/2003 |
| Turn signal switch will continue to click even when the turn signal is not on. at first it would only happen very rarely and only click a few times after a bump. now it will click constantly when tha car is on. *ak gm will not fix the problem, and they want $300+ dollars. many pontiac owners have posted webstie complaints. the multifunction switch needs replaced. | |||
| 03/16/2006 | 60776 | 1 | 12/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the exterior passenger side turn signal operated on its own. the contact was alerted by other drivers of this problem. the vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was determined the malfunction switch needed to be replaced. | |||