Was driving on interstate 287 in new jersey when engine cut off causing loss of brakes, power steering. Caused accident when ran off road due to lack of power steering and inability to effectively brake. Took to dealer who replaced crankshaft sensor that did not repair problem. After car was repaired incident continued to occur without any trouble codes. Now that issue has developed with ignition switches, it seems to me that this may be a longer term problem than currently thought. Finally sold the vehicle due to continuing problem that no one could solve.
1998 Pontiac Grand Am: brake failure
7 of the 172 complaints about the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
While driving. The dash illuminated and then shut down. The battery cable came undone. Shutting the vehicles electrical system completely down. The consumer his wife, and dog were trapped inside the vehicle. The windows would not come down the doors would not open, the brakes became inoperable. They coasted to the side of the road. The automatic key button would not work. Also the brakes went out. Please provide any further information. Door handles would not open door. Breathing became difficult while the consumer and family had no way to exit the vehicle.
While applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. The driver was able to stop. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads and front rotor needed replace due to corrosion. Please fill in additional information.
While traveling at normal speed, consumer states' pressed brake pedal and pedal went to the floor. Consumer had to pump brake to get vehicle to stop. Please provide any further information. Mr
When applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor. The consumer had to pump the brakes in order to stop the vehicle. The cause of the problem is unknown but could be related to a faulty master cylinder. *ts
Had problems with car since beginning. Accelerates on its own and lunges forward when stopping. Also the brakes failed,causing an accident. Rotors have warped on numerous occasions. Dealer contacted 10-15 times with no problem found. Car is a major safety hazard.
Brakes failed. Yh
Service bulletins that may apply
- ABS pump running when not needed
- 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
- Service manual update regarding revised brake specifications
- Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am?
7 of 172 owner complaints about the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am (4%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am?
There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am
ABS 9Fire or smoke 7Ball joint 6Power windows 5Premature wear 5
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