2001 Pontiac Grand Am: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Engine · 100,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine stalled with the illumination of the ABS warning indicator. The vehicle restarted after the consumer waited for a period of five hours. Also, there was a small amount of coolant and water leakage on the ground as the engine would overheat sporadically. The vehicle was diagnosed by two different independent mechanics who informed the contact that the head gasket, intake gasket and thermostat would need to be replaced. The failures continued to occur. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 08/01/11*lj updated 08/11/11

Filed Aug 30, 2007 · Brakes, Electrical · 70,000 miles · VA

I purchased my 2001 grand am gt in 2002. So far since I've owned the car, I seem to replace the breaks every 10,000 miles or every year, I have had the rotors replaced twice within the last 5 years, replaced the alternator and fuel pump. Now, my ABS lights continue to go on and most recently, my car will not start it seem every two weeks (I hope I am not away from home when this happens) - the security light has been coming on and have to keep the key in the "on" position for 10 minutes and then try to start the car - my garage told me it was a security code problem that only the dealer can fix. I have only 90,000 miles on the car and now, I need a rack and pinion which will cost me another $900.00 (I spent approx $500 dollars on the car in the last 6 months). My break pad wear out at least yearly (I am retired and don't even drive the car long distance). Now my ABS lights are constantly coming on, even though the garage said he found nothing wrong and I need to take it to the dealer. The car is pretty - but will never buy another pontiac again - I can't afford to keep it in the garage every three months (so it seems) and need a reliable car - not one that doesn't start once every two weeks because now my security systems is messed up. Also, have had problems with 1 and 2 on the AC settings (wouldn't work at all) - and of course, paid to have that fixed. Please help me.

Filed Feb 20, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 44,000 miles · VA

While driving a 2001 pontiac grand am the ABS, track off and service engine soon lights came on at the same time.

Filed Sep 25, 2006 · Acceleration, Brakes · 50,000 miles · OH

Dt*: the contact stated while parked, the ABS light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealership three times to replace the bearings, which had the speed sensors attached. On the forth visit, the ABS problem reoccurred. Other components affected were the cruise control and the traction control. The manufacturer was contacted, and provided no resolution. The contact expressed concern because the defects represented a risk to safety.

Filed Feb 24, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 50,000 miles · IL

I have noticed a grinding sound coming from my brakes. I took the car to the shop and was told that I needed pads and rotors, I replaced pads and rotors and the ABS, trac off, and the service vehicle soon light started coming on. Took the car to the dealer for further analysis and they told me I needed a speed sensor because it was malfunctioning and because it is inside the wheel hub I also had to replace these things also. $700.00 later the lights were still coming on and the brakes was still making this strange noise. I returned the car and after inspection was told that the ABS wires were busted and needed to be replaced, $200.00 later the car is still making these noises and the lights are still coming on. No one seems to know what the problem is. I am taking the car back again for further analysis. I have also had a problem with the manifold replaced it at $700.00, the ignition fortunately for me it was covered under the extended warranty I purchased with the car. I also have a problem with the turn signals malfunctioning.

Filed Aug 27, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 79,400 miles · IN

The left rear brakes are locking. The pads and rotors are ground down to the point of needing replacement. The pads and rotors were replaced and components cleaned. The problem is still occuring. The ABS, antilock, and service vehicle soon lights will come on after start up. They will stay on until the engine is shut off and restarted. The vehicle will not start. The starter will crank, but the engine won't start. First visit to dealer: fuel pump was replaced. Second visit to dealer: oil pressure sensor was replaced, third visit to dealer: vehicle theft deterrent codes appeared in computer. Dealer does not know how to fix yet and problem still persists. The problem is intermittent. Occasionally the care will be hard to start requiring taping the accelerator to start it. If it does not start then, it will not start no matter how long it sits (recommended by mechanic.

Filed Feb 22, 2004 · Brakes, Suspension · NY

My 2001 pontiac grand am has had problems with brakes/ABS and wheel hubs. With 47k miles on the car, I've had problems with ABS/trac off/svc vehicle lights, brakes needing to be replaced & rotors turned, and have had to replace both front wheel hubs(at $391 per hub, just for the parts) and a wheel bearing.

Filed Jan 5, 2004 · Brakes · 34,000 miles · NC

When applying the brakes ABS system locked. As a result, the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.

Filed Oct 22, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Dash lights came on and off intermittently. Also, while braking there was a loud grinding noise. Abs warning light and engine check light kept illuminating.

Filed Feb 18, 2003 · Brakes · KY

I have owned my 2001 grand am since the later part of 2000 and for the past two and half years I have had nothing but problems with the barkes. I have went thru three sets of pads and it has made a grrinding noise after about two months of ownership. The ABS light is know starting to come on and this car is the one my wife uses on a daily basis and I am worried that due to the frequency of barke problems it is not safe for her to drive. The car only has 41,000 miles and partly due to we do not trust the vehicle and due to the low book value of the car we will lose if we try to trade but are put into a psotion to for know hold on to it.