2000 Pontiac Grand Am body problems

Filed Jun 4, 2014 · Body, Electrical · 147,751 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

It is my belief that this vehicle may also have had a ignition switch problem like later models. I believe that looking into these faulty ignition switches in earlier models should be investigated. For the last 3.5 years I have just explained my daughters accident as just an automobile accident, but after seeing some of the crash scene photos from a newer vehicle accidents they seem too familiar to what my daughters accident looked like. The airbags were never deployed, the ABS brakes did not work, the skid marks showed no sign of braking only sliding. If you investigate fatality accidents with earlier model gm cars the death toll will most likely be greater than the 13 that gm is currently admitting to. Please investigate older model cars so that people who have lost loved ones can have real closure and not just speculation.

Filed Jul 25, 2011 · Body, Steering · 60,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 pontiac grand am. While driving, the contact stated that the steering wheel pulled out from its frame. A local mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle/k-frame cross member was covered with rust and broke. The dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileage was under 60,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 9/13/11 *cn updated 2/21/12

Filed Nov 5, 2009 · Body · OH

In pontiac grand am's, there have been many drivers that have had problems with water leaks. These waters leaks flood the car compartment and can leave 1-4 inches of water in the car. Some cars have had the leak on the drivers side, which can cause an accident because of the water...even after you drain it, it will still leave the pedals wet/slippery which may cause a crash.

Filed May 13, 2009 · Body, Locks · 118,000 miles · TX

2000 pontiac grand am, plastic connector used to attach cruise control to throttle-body broke and became lodged, resulting in the throttle being held open. After turning a corner and letting off the gas pedal the car continued to accelerate. I applied brake which partially slowed the car but not enough to stop. I was able to navigate through a red light at which point I had to put the car in neutral and turn the key off to coast out of the way of other motorist. After fighting to get the car stopped and steering into a parking lot I was able to quickly determine the cause. The plastic fitting used to connect the cruise control was wedged between the brace and throttle holding the butterfly 3/4 of the way open, which was roughly 5k RPM. After fighting with the throttle and plastic I was able to free it and tie the cable out of the way. I spoke with a gm dealership and found that the part # is 22618777. I understand if this was a fluke but wanted to give some information in case it happens to someone else. I know my experience could have been very bad but was lucky to avoid any collisions. I just hope the fact that there were no deaths or injuries that this matter is still taken seriously, my mother has the exact same car and I plan to inspect her assembly this weekend.

Filed Jul 31, 2008 · Body · GA

My dashboard has came a loose from my windshield and continues to fold back toward my steering wheel. I'm afraid that one day it is going to cause me to have an accident. I have reported this problem to the dealer and they said it was nothing that they could do about it. I have seen other models of my car that has the same problem and I am concerned about my safety.

Filed Oct 25, 2006 · Body · 43,250 miles · PA

Passenger side tire area of my 2000 pontiac grand am started making a clunking noise. Upon inspection, the engine cradle/k-frame crossmember was found to be extremely rusted in several places and where the rack and pinion steering bolts to it on the passenger side was completely rusted through and broke.

Filed Sep 22, 2005 · Body, Electrical · NY

2000 pontiac grand am could not defect whether or not the door was closed.*mr

Filed Sep 8, 2005 · Body, Brakes · 46,000 miles · PA

I purchased my 2000 pontiac grand am used. I've had it 3 years and have had break problems for at least 2 of the 3 years. My mechanic can not find any reason why I've had so many problems and when I spoke with pontiac headquarters they informed me that since I did not have a documented case through a car dealership there was nothing they could do. I informed them that my private mechanic kept detail records but pontiac informed me that even if I did use a dealership the problems I'm having are part of the normal wear and tear of a vehicle. My breaks have been grinding, squealing, thumping and now the whole front end is creaking. I've gone through several pairs of breaks front and back. I've gotten new rotors, have had the rotors cut. I've gotten new calipers but this still hasn't fixed my problem. At times I feel I am riding in an unsafe vehicle. My car has been looked at one month and less than 30 days later my brakes will be fully worn down. I just don't know how to have the problem corrected. On top of it all, the ignition has been changed, the drivers side seat springs are coming through the seat, the radios volume will go up and down for no reason, I've had to replace the whole turn signal / hazards signal part, the trunk leaks and of course none of it is under warranty. I still have a little over a year left to pay on the vehicle and pontiac could care less.

Filed Oct 14, 2004 · Body · 54,000 miles · MO

Water was leaking around the front windshield molding inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to two separate glass repair shops and two separate dealers and neither of them could locate the problem.

Filed Aug 2, 2004 · Body, Brakes · OH

Problems with braking system on 2000 pontiac grand am. *mr the brakes squealed, the front end would shake, the passenger and driver side windows were broken, the regulators in the doors were busted, the volume on the radio control was improper, the steering hose broke, the brakes and rotors were replaced 12 times, the vehicle would shake when braking, the transmission slipped, the vehicle burned excessive oil, the passenger side strut was bad, the power steering leaked, the engine acted as if it was going to stall, the cigarette lighter was inoperative, and the rear compartment filled with water. *sc