When turning on the turn signal light a loud noise was heard coming from the steering column. The turn signal light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer disconnected the fuel box, and was able to drive vehicle to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic replaced the multi function switch.
1999 Pontiac Grand Am lights complaints
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The vehicles hazard switch failed unexpectedly. The dealer has been contacted.
I own a 1999 pontiac grand am. Recently there was a recall notice regarding conditions with the hazard warning flasher switch, causing the switch to crack. As a result, the blinkers, or the hazards can sometimes work intermittently, or not at all. This recall was released for 2000 and 2001 model years. I am experiencing these same types of problems with the flashers, however, since my car is neither of these model years, I was told that my car would not be fixed at no charge. I believe this is a safety hazard and pontiac should take responsibility and release a recall to include the 1999 model year. I contacted the pontiac cust service center, and I was told to file a complaint with the federal safety agency. I look forward to a resolution on this issue.
There is currently a recall for 2000-2001 pontiac grand am's due to a malfunction with the hazard light switch. I have been experiencing the exact same symptoms of the malfunction with my 1999 grand am. Based on conversations with the local pontiac dealership, many individuals owning 1999, 2002, and 2003 grand ams are experiencing the exact same malfunction as the hazard light switch used in all 1999-2003 grand ams is the same. I have spoken with pontiac customer support regarding the issue. They, pontiac, have refused to repair the malfunction with my vehicle as they state the recall does not apply. I offered to have a pontiac service department diagnose the problem with my vehicle out of my own pocket if pontiac would cover the cost of repairs in the event that the problem was identical to the recall. They refused, again stating that even if the problem was identical to the recall, they could not cover the cost of repair as the vehicle is not a 2000 or 2001 model.
Hazard lights intermittently worked. A recall was issued; however, this vehicle was not included due to model year.
The brake light failed when the brakes were pressed. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership to have the mechanic determine the cause of the problem which was unknown. Please provide additional information.
For a period of a month the turn signal operated intermittently due to a faulty hazard switch. There is a recall 03v327000 for the hazard switch, but this vehicle is not included due to VIN. *ak the consumer indicated that the problem still exist. The turn signals would sometimes work if he activated the hazard lights, then they would cut off. The consumer thinks the problem is temperature related. A recall was issued for the 2000 models and up but not for the 1999 models although they are experiencing the same problem. *ph
Blinker will sporadically stop working, in instances where I need it the most. Called local dealership and it's costly to replace, up to $300. Co-worker has same year of grand am, had the same problem. This could be a potential safety hazard!
Certain passenger vehicles have hazard warning switches that may experience solder joint cracking caused by rapid temperature transitions and the soldering process. If solder joint cracking occurs and results in an open circuit, the turn signals/hazard lamps become intermittent or inoperative. Consumer had the same problem. Dealer admitted this vehicle had the same hazard switch.
Turn signal failed intermittently. A recall had been issued for this defect, however the vehicle was not included . *ak. The tune signal failure only occurred when the weather was hot, humid or damp.
Hazard lights failed intermittently. A recall has been issued; however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Turn signals became inoperative while turning, causing the car following to assume I was no longer turning, and accelerate....rear-ending me. This is a recurrent issue that needs resolved. Also, after the collision, the hazard lights would not work. Also, just saw the recall on the 2000-2001 grand aims, allergy, and mailbox from gm for the exact same issue. I believe the recall should be mandated to include the 1999 model year as well.
The turn signals and hazard flashers work very poorly...I have had tis vehicle for a year now, and every day they stop working....I have contacted to dealer many times, but each time I am told that the hazard switch might be bad..which is the same component that went bad in the 95-era grand ams that made them experience the same problem, leading pontiac to issue a recall on them....so it needs to be expanded!...they will stop working for no reason and this has almost caused a few accidents....and one time when I needed to place my hazard flashers on, they will not work....very dangerous...these are supposedto be a safety device that doesnt work..please try to recall these! Previous model years of grand ams experienced the same problems!!! And I have talked to many other owners that have the same issues exactly....
The turn signal cuts off and want come back on.
Have replaced the entire intake manifold on this car three times. 1999 grand am, purchased new, has less than 60,000 miles on it. In addition, have replaced power steering twice and brakes numerous times. Replaced alternator, serpentine belt, battery, starter on ignition, molding due to leaks, wiring on dash, air conditioning resistors/circuits, and headlights/taillights.
1999 pontiac grand am 2.4 l auto severe brake failure---replacement of pads 8 times, rotors 3 times and calipers 2 times in 80,000 miles. Brakes occasionally lock up and make loud grinding and squealing noises steering shudders and vehicle pulls to left.. Participating pontiac dealer failed to fix this problem since purchase at 11,000 miles. Under warranty replacement it has had 6 door panels due to peeling leather on top of panel, 5 gear shifters due to dealers improper installation, 2 factory cd/radio failures, 1 rack and pinion unit, 2 front strut assemblies due to knocking noise from front of car (went bad after 10,000 miles use), problem with hesitation at idle-cold start(unsuccessfully diagnosed by dealer) carpet loose in trunk around latch assembly(too short for trunk and was hot glued to back wall of car by dealer instead of replacement). Turn signals still occasionally fail to work(dealer said they worked just fine) battery connection in factory battery broke loose spilling corrosive battery acid all over around battery tray area. All four wheel covers have been replaced because of "pie pan" noise when you hit a bump (new ones did not fix problem). After warranty was up pontiac' care hotline or the dealer could "care " less that after dozens of trips for repairs the dealer still didn't fix the car while it was still under warranty. Since then,besides the unrepaired items on my car, the alternator went bad at 60,000 miles ($120), glass in interior rear view mirror broke while adjusting, both outside rear view mirrors have broke off in two different automatic car washes (held into door by a stud mounted into 1/4 inch of plastic in the mirror). And the ignition switch failed at 75,000 miles($300). Fog lights and backup lights have water condensation in them shorting out bulbs. Surprisingly ,this car is "babied" ,but by in my description you sure couldn't tell it.
The turn signals and brake lights were inoperative.
Plastic headlight lamp lenses are fading, it is hard for headlights to come through so consumer can see while driving. Cause unknown dealer notified.*ak
Cigarette lighter does not work, hazard lights and blinkers work intermittently, gas cap is broken, windshield has 3 chips, radio volume knob works intermittently, steering has jerked when rounding corners, heater fan speeds 1 and 2 do not work at all, cruise doesn't work intermittently, rubber molding on door coming off, dealer says need all new brake pads and front rotors
While driving at night in dark headlights will quit working in time to time. Consumer has to flick the switch, and they will start working again. Please provide more information.
My main problem is that I have had the dealer look at my turn signals four times in the past. This is going to be the fifth. I contacted pontiac and they told me there was nothing more they could do. When the car interior is hot(I.e. During a sunny day) the signals will work intermittently. As the A/C cools the car, better results are seen. We know of another '99 grand am owner who says they also have occasional problems with their turn signals. The fog lamps have mysteriously turned themselves on during the night twice in the past year.
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A fuse keeps blowing, causing vehicle's dash and tail lights to go out. Engine check light comes on. Taken to dealer on 21 dec 2000. Dealer replaced parking relay, left tail light. Circuit board was melted , and replaced it. On 27 dec 2000, daytime running lights and dashlights were not working. Dealer replaced 15 amp park fuse that had blown and checked ground wire. On 2 jan 2001, dash lights and brake lights were not working. Dealer replaced 15 amp fuse and ground wiring.
Steering wheel made noise and driver's side airbag dropped out and fell in laps. Vehicle pulled to light, and dashlight flashed on and off. Also horn was inoperable. *ak consumer states there is a noise in brake pedal, also ABS light illuminated. Air conditioner and heater inoperable. Due to squeaky steering, dealer replaced steering rack which was loose and set toe. Radio inoperable.
While driving at 65mph on freeway vehicle stalled. Finally restarted . Took it to dealership. Mechanic replaced PCM. Drove from florida to california, made a stop in arizona due to brake rotors warping. Replaced and adjusted rotors and brakes. While driving in california, vehicle stalled again. Failed to restart after being parked. Battery replaced after being towed to dealership. Key refused to be released from ignition. Air conditioner motor fan replaced. Shifter cable was replaced. Right turn signal lamp replaced. Oil light comes on before the 3000 mile scheduled oil change, dealer failed to set computer button, consumer feels this might have had to do with vehicle stalling and not starting.
The rear brakes needed an adjustment, the brakes were making a thumping noise, later there was a noise in the front end and the dealer found it to be the front brake pads.
Consumer has had the steering pump replaced 4 times. Rack was leaking, and another leak was found. Dealer said nothing was wrong with vehicle. Vehicle was being repaired under warranty. Also, transmission was slipping, and there was a transmission leak about 4 months ago. Dealer was suppose to have repaired the problems, but the problems keep reoccurring. *ak the horn malfunctions after being repaired twice. The fog lights are holding moisture. Speaker on passenger side failed. Radio sisplay is scrambled due to internal short. Right rear power window was inoperative due to switch failure. Trunk release inoperative due to chaffed wire. Transmission oil was leaking due to axle seal failure.
Rear lights use two bulbs on each side. Each bulb has two filaments (one for parking light, one for brake light). The brake light filament of the inside bulb on the left side of the car does not work. Further investigation LED to the conclusion that the bulb socket connection had some sort of material interfering with the electrical connection. I have personally observed the exact same problem in roughly 20% of all 1999 grand ams that I have seen on the road.
Headlights do not light properly due to design.
When headlights are on there is poor visibility, when making a right or left turn, driver can't see anything but black to the left and right. Dealer can't do anything to fix. *ak
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