1999 Pontiac Grand Am: power window failure

Filed Dec 9, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · OH · fire

1999 pontiac grand am. Consumer states the vehicle was scraped because of the dash catching on fire and all the electric parts in the window stopped working. *tgw also, the transmission was inoperative.

Filed Jul 29, 2009 · Visibility · 110,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 pontiac grand am. The contact stated that the window regulators continue to fail. He heard a grinding noise moments before the regulators snapped. The dealer was notified and referred him to the manufacturer. The manufacturer could not assist because there was no warranty or recall available. Through online research, the contact found many consumers that were experiencing this same failure. Within one year, five regulators have failed. Within the last 30 days, three regulators have snapped. Two out of the five regulators were repaired at the contact's expense. The failure mileage was 110,000 and current mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 26, 2008 · Brakes, Visibility · 107,000 miles · NC

I bought a 1999 grand am gt n january 2008 from feyer ford in williamston north carolina. Within the first month the rotors and brakes went out followed by the ignition switch followed by the passenger window regulator going out. Then about a week later the driver side window regulator went out. I want to know if there is a recall on the window regulators for my vehicle if no then one should be my stepsons girlfriends window regulator went out on her pontiac grand am also.

Filed Feb 2, 2007 · Visibility · 91,900 miles · LA

The window regulator fails every 18 months or so. I've replaced the driver's side three times, and the passenger side once. It's about $300 each time, with labor. This same complaint is ubiquitous on every website that lists customer complaints. Pontiac should have done a recall on this problem long ago, and should still do it now. Below, I'm listing only the most recent date.

Filed May 18, 2006 · Visibility · OH

Power window regulator fails causing window to fall into door.

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · 59,009 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the engine's high performance additive caused corrosion to the aluminum cylinder head. The cylinder head was replaced which corrected the problem. Updated 3/28/2006 - the water pump failed. The battery and brakes failed. The coolant light illuminated. The dealer determined that the antifreeze had congealed and needed to be flushed and replaced. The driver side headlight went out. The driver side window regulator broke.

Filed Jan 26, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

Where to start, .bought 1999 grand am gt in august of 2002 and ithas been downhill ever since. Replaced the alternator twice, have experienced the same intake manifold gasket problem, which was replaced, but still LED to the demise of my engine, causing camshaft to snap in half. Thought the trouble was over with the rebuilt engine that was put in, but that was not the case. The window regulator broke in the middle of a snowstorm ,causing me to drive with no driverside window. With the new regulator I assumed that the window would stop squeaking, which did not. I assumed the scratches on windows were just from me-sand or some other abrasive material in the window tracks--after reviewing other complaints I discovered I was not the only one with this problem. Have experienced various issues with the no trac/ABS lights, replaced the waterpump, done brakes 4 times in 4 years, front headlights are milky and make it hard to see at night. Have replaced the starter 4 times in just the past 2 years. Needless to say after reading all complaints I feel much better knowing that it is not just me, or my car, but all pontiacs. Bought the car for $10000, have put over $5000 worth of work into it. Will never buy another pontiac.

Filed Oct 24, 2005 · Electrical, Visibility · 89,990 miles · TN

Power window motor and components exploding while vehicle is moving.

Filed Feb 24, 2005 · Visibility · 22,681 miles · TX

I began noticing a grinding sound when passenger side window was rolled up and down. Glass became increasingly scratched. Dealership repaired at no charge as vehicle was still under warranty and there was a service bulletin on this problem. However, problem persisted to the point of window regulator breaking off and glass sliding down inside the door. Had to be taken back to the dealer five times in one year. (dealer did not want to pay at last visit due to the warranty expiring. Had to really hold their feet to the fire for them to fix it.) now the problem is that both rear window regulators have broken! Glass has slid down inside the doors and will not stay up (I have packaging tape holding up one window). Pontiac customer service has offered me a free oil change and/or small reimbursement for "my inconvenience." however, each regulator alone (no labor) will cost around $300. That is $600 in parts alone. I simply cannot afford this, and find it ridiculous that 3 of the 4 windows are exhibiting this problem. The car has low mileage and is very well-maintained. I believe gm has a serious defect with the window regulators in their grand ams and should take responsibility for this problem.

Filed Nov 16, 2004 · Visibility · 48,362 miles · MI

Left window regulator needed replacing because my window fell in the door and I was unable to use my window. I know of 2 other people that this has happened to. It cost me $260.68 for the part, and $14 for a switch. Gm knows of this problem but has not done a recall. This is quite common in grand am and grand prix. I would like to know of any reimbursement program for the cost of the part?

Filed Aug 10, 2004 · Brakes, Seat belts · 72,535 miles · MN

The window regulators have had to be replaced in the driver's door and both back doors. Each of the windows failed to close after they were opened. The first one to go out was the driver's window and the back two windows were working occasionally at that time. The mechanic told me that they would probably need to be replaced soon, but if they stop working, I could just knock on the outside of the door or slam the door shut and they would work for a short time again. This got me through for about another month. All broke within the past year and each one has had to be replaced. The total cost to fix all three window regulators was $1188.17. I called gm to file a complaint with them and to find out why there hasn't been a recall on the regulators, (as well as the seat belts, the side view mirrors, the brakes and to find out why I also have scratches on my windows). I told them about the mycarstats.com website and explained that all of my complaints are common. I finally received a call back about a week later and was told that I would not be reimbursed for any of my repair costs which came to $2,974.58!! This total includes: brakes, calipers and rotors replaced twice for $834.08; side view mirror replaced after falling off while going through a carwash $167.86; seat belts replaced for driver and both back passengers because the plastic clips broke for no apparent reason $784.47 and of course the window regulators $1,188.17. Instead, gm was offering me $1,000.00 towards the purchase of another gm vehicle!!! I asked why I would want to purchase another vehicle that they don't stand behind!?!? I told them to keep the $1,000 and expressed that I would never buy another gm product again, since these are safety features that should have been recalled years ago!! This past week, I have also noticed that the molding around the window shield is coming loose on the passenger side, so I used silicone caulking to hold it in place.

Filed Jun 27, 2004 · Body, Engine · 40,600 miles · GA

Coolant leak when parked on hill, window fell down and broke. Severe wind noise at speed with passnger window up.