Prior to recall notification (00v287000) consumer experienced two alternator failures.
1995 Pontiac Grand Am electrical complaints
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Consumer received recall notification (00079) but feels it is unacceptable for him to have to miss 4 hours of work, to bring vehicle in for service due to manufacturer's incompetence.
Prior to recall 00v287, consumer had many problems with starting vehicle, the starter, ignition switch, safety switch, and battery were replaced, however problem kept coming back, consumer is requesting reimbursement for the replacement parts prior to recall work.
Prior to recall 00v287, vehicle stopped and would not start, it finally started and went a block then stopped again, smoke was coming from the steering wheel, dealer made repairs and stated the cause was the ignition switch, consumer received recall and took it to the dealer, however dealer stated recall problem and her vehicle problem were not related, consumer feels otherwise.
Consumer took car in for a recall on ignition switch relay kit. They replaced kit. Hours later ,consumer tried to start car and all lights began to flash, and it went dead. Then, consumer noticed smoke coming into car and car caught on fire.
Key could not come out of ignition and steering column could not lock. Please provide further information.
Intermittently when hazard lights or blinkers are activated electrical system will freeze up. Dealer will be notified.
Power window on passenger's side went out. Had window replaced under warranty. Problem still exists, but is continuous. Manufacturer indicated currently, vehicle's warranty expired. *ak a mechanic in a repair shop stated that the part is sensitive and that it bends easily. Power door lock replaced. The window regulator assembly was replaced. Ignition switch relay kit was installed due to high elect current.
Consumer has been waitng for 3 months to have recall 00v287000 performed. Dealer claimed there were no parts, and no future date was given.*ak consumer finally had recall repair done, however is requesting reimbursement for prior work done to the egr valve regarding same problems as in the recall.
Vehicle started to overheat; battery had to be replaced 3 times and alternater twice, and 1 starter and wiring replaced. *ak consumer states a faulty switch caused the electrical failures.
Consumer contacted dealer for a recall on ignition. Dealer told consumer that parts would not be in until march 2001. Consumer waited 3 months, unable to drive in fear of an ignition fire, then, oil pump went out. Took it to dealer. Dealer said they needed to fix oil pump befor e they could fix ignition because of safety reasons.
Consumer states that it takes 4 to 5 times to start vehicle, just clicks but will not fire, starter and ignition switch had to be replaced, consumer received notification that there are defects with engine starter, consumer no longer owns vehicle, but is requesting reimbursement for repairs.
Recall 00v287 000/engine starter: vehicle smoked when starting itself up while parked. Later, received a manufacturer's recall on engine starter. Called dealer (premier pontiac, buick, gmc; kingwood, tx; phone# 281/359-3600), and informed of problem and recall notice. Dealer informed consumerthat they will repairs all damages due to recall. Later on, informed that other damages which were not related to the recall would be repaired at consumer's expense. However, damages was due to defective engine starter, and dealer refused to honor it. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter: also feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Erls fuse blows, ignition switch failure, replaced ignition and repaired wires, heating and air AC/compresser wil not come on, compresser shorted out, auto trans will not shift into overdrive and passing gear, transmission replaced once, will replace again.
Consumer received recall 00v287, however when contacting dealer they stated that parts were not available, failure resulted in voltage regulater failure, consumer is requesting reimbursement for that replacement cost. Radiator failed and was replaced, head gaskets failed and engine was rebuilt.
The consumer is not satisfied with recall, the dealer stated the problem the consumer was experiencing with the ignition was probably unrelated to recall 00v‑287 and she would be charged to inspect the vehicle whether repairs were necessary or not. Nlm
A fuse blew that caused transmission and air conditioner compressor to go out. Took to dealer, and they replaced fuses. But, problem still exists.
After driving parked vehicle in house then tried to start vehicle again, but did not start.then, went back to house. When caming out again found out that fire was coming from steering wheel. Opened door and more fire came out. Consumer believed that fire started at ignition switch due to an electrical problem.
Recall remedy provided by dealer did not correct recall 00v287 engine starter problem. Please give any further details.
Consumer received recall 00v287000 concerning engine starter. Consumer stated that remedy did not correct problem. Please give any further details.
Battery failed, alternator failed 2 times, and a new ignition module was replaced.
Dealer has not corrected recall 00v287000/ engine starter. Consumer has made several attemps.
Consumer received recall notice 00v287000/ engine starter. Consumer took it to dealer. Dealer advised consumer that parts were not in, and they would notify consumer when parts came in. It has been almost 60 days since consumer spoke to dealer.
Consumer received recall notice 00v287000/ engine starter. Took it to dealer. They said that parts were not in, and when they came in consumer would be notified. It has been almost 60 days since talking with dealer.
While driving about 65 MPH, vehicle stalled, hazards , signal lights and brake lights did not work. Vehicle has stalled again since then. Also signal/ brake and hazard lights only work intermittently.
After receiving a recall notice for ignition switch vehicle caught on fire. Vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. Consumer asked dealer if fire was caused by ignition switch recall, but dealer told consumer that fire had started at starter, and not at ignition switch.
Vehicle caught fire in consumers driveway, consumer received recall 00v‑287 one year after vehicle had already caught fire, consumer request reimbursement for the amount owed on the vehicle due to recall component failure which resulted in vehicle fire. Nlm
Recall 00v207000/ manufacturer's recall 00079; vehicle won't start unless holding key in start position. Dealer claimed vehicle needed a new fuel pump, and wanted to charge $744.28. Consumer received a recall issued in december, and kit was not available until march. Consumer has contacted pontiac, and they were trying to work with consumer, believing she might have a case.
Had tried to start vehicle, would not turn over, and there was no clicking noise. Left vehicle parked. Earlier had smelled plastic burning. Went and contacted dealership. Heard horn blowing. Checked and noticed windows were dark. Opened driver's door and smoke came billowing out of dashboard and steering column. Flames started to shoot out of column. Notified fire department who put flames out.
Received recall 00v287000/ignition switch in december 2000. Been in contact with dealership until finally consumer was informed that parts will not be available until sometimes in march.
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