Key goes to accessory at any time. I just bought this car.car shuts off at anytime!
The worst 1993 Pontiac Grand Am problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine55
- Electrical51
- Brakes48
- Transmission19
- Steering14
- Seats12
- Body9
- Fuel system7
- Visibility6
- Acceleration4
- Lights4
- Suspension4
- Locks3
- Tires3
- Seat belts2
- Airbags1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am
ABS 21Stalling 15Fire or smoke 14Brake failure 7Overheating 6
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- The neutral start safety switch could have been fractured during installation.
- Risk
- A fractured switch can result in a no-start condition.also, a vehicle with a fractured switch can be started in gear, causing thevehicle to move unexpectedly, possibly resulting in an accident.
- Remedy
- The dealer will replace the neutral start switch. The manual switch of the automatic transaxle assembly will be inspected and replaced if an oversized condition exists.
Recall number 93V153000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am 21
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as...
- ABS front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E or 4T65-E transaxles may comment on a...
- Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4T60-E transxales may comment on a grinding and / or...
- Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow
- Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- Complaints that the ABS indicator lamp is "on"
1993 Pontiac Grand Am fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18-21 | 26-32 | 21-24 |
| 3.3L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 |
What 1993 Pontiac Grand Am owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 pontiac grand am. The contact stated that the vehicle only starts in neutral, not park. The dealer stated that although the contact was experiencing the same failure as noted in the federal safety agency campaign id number 93v153000 (electrical system:ignition:switch), his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 215,000. Updated 02-25-08
1993 grand am was involved in accident. The car was hit in the front right passenger side. Then it caught fire from the front of vehicle.
1993 pontiac grand am, 124,ooo miles. The car starts and runs good. When I go 10 to 15 miles and if I come to a stop, the car stalls. It starts with no problem but when I shift a gear, the car stalls. If I wait for the car to cool off, the car will move without stalling. I bought this car for my daughter since she is a new driver, but I'm afraid to let her take it on her own for fear that she'll stall and cause an accident.
1993 grand am engine head crack..according to my mechanic he's seen multiple head cracks on quad 4 engines. Caused anti-freeze fumes in the passenger compartment and puddle of anti-freeze under car.
Vehicle was parked and consumer turned the vehicle off. A noise was heard coming from the front. Consumer lifted up the hood, and vehicle caught on fire. Consumer was able to extinguish the fire. Then, drove it to dealer for inspection, mechanic determined that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. A recall issued did not include this vehicle due to VIN.
While driving the vehicle caught on fire under the dashboard (ohio traffic crash report). *ph
My car starts and runs good. When I go 10 to 15 miles and if I come to a stop, the car stalls. It starts with no problem but when I shift a gear, the car stalls. If I waite for the car to cool off, the car will move without stalling.
Vehicle was parked and began smoking under the hood. An independent shop stated that switch lamp burned out causing smoke in the steering wheel column. The dealer was notified. *ak the vehicle didn't start. The vehicle received a jump, then the vehicle started. The headlights were on even though the switch was off. The switch was unable to be moved. The battery had to be disconnected because the headlights would not go off. On the second occasion, the lights were still on with the switch and the ignition off. *scc
Car is white. Paint is peeling off hood of car for no apparent reason. Steel is exposed and starting to rust. The entire car needs repainted because the problem is also happening on other parts of the vehicle. Seems to be a manufacturer's defect.*ak 1993 pontiac grand am
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Questions about the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am
Is the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am reliable?
Owners have filed 204 complaints about the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am, fewer than a typical Grand Am model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am?
Engine and cooling, with 55 complaints, typically around 78,000 miles. Next is electrical (51).
How many recalls does the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
What year does the Pontiac Grand Am have bad engine?
The Pontiac Grand Am model years with the most engine complaints are 1999 (148 complaints), 2000 (121 complaints) and 2001 (84 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Pontiac Grand Am range from 21 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 18-21 city and 26-32 highway.
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