Security light continues to come on when I try to crank(can't crank when the light comes on have to wait approximately 15 minutes, and some if it crank it shuts back off) then another 15 minutes wait time.
2001 Pontiac Grand Am electrical complaints
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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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 grand am. While driving 35 MPH the vehicle shut off. There were no warning lights illuminated on the dash board. She was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and after five minutes she was able to restart the vehicle. 24 hours later, the vehicle operated normally; however, after parking the vehicle, it failed to restart. Prior to towing the vehicle the mechanic checked the battery and alternator to determine the failure. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic is currently unable to diagnose the failure; however, after 48 hours, the vehicle started and operated normally. The mechanic also confirmed with the owner that the electrical system is a possibility. She has owned the vehicle for almost two weeks. The diagnostic computer also didn't determine the cause of failure. The dealer where the vehicle was purchased stated that she has no warranty, its a used vehicle and it cant be anything too serious. The current and failure mileage were 89,000. The dealer information is unavailable.
Tl 2001 grand am. Went on a website other than the federal safety agency. She was told by the dealer that they will check it to see what they can find. The vehicle is at the repair shop and they advised her that they are unable to diagnose it. The vehicle started on its own. She is the second owner, 89,000. She owned it almost 2 weeks. While driving, the vehicle shut off, no warning, no warning lights on the dash. She was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. She sat for 5 minutes and was able to start it. 24 hours later, she drove it , no problem. She attempted to start the vehicle and was unable to do so. 2 hours later it would not start and the tow company check to see if it was the battery or alternator. The vehicle was towed to her home 24 hours later, it didn't start. The mechanic attempted to restart it and it did start 48 hours later. The diagnostic computer also didnt determine the failure. Rk
The remote keyless entry system in the 2001 pontiac grand am, and other late models, have a defect causing the car not to start. The system fails in times of high heat or humidity, causing the fuel system to shut off, thus making the car inoperable. Only dealers are certified to identify and repair the problem, and they do not instruct owners on how to bypass system in order to get it started. The bypass method is posted on numerous websites, yet gm and their dealers instruct owners to pay to have the vehicle towed in and charge for repairs that are not covered in the warranty. This issue should be part of a recall to implement a permanent fix, versus owners having to pay hundreds of dollars every year to have this issue fixed.
My 2001 pontiac grand am will not start...again. I know the problem is with the security passlock system, but the mechanic at the dealership acts like he has no idea what im talking about. I called gm customer service and they told me they couldn't help me unless a part they replaced was defective. I was in my way to have a diagnostic test ran today and the car wouldn't start. Now I have to get it towed, again. They still will not listen to me. I have read online forums, the nost helpful of which came from edmunds.com. I will keep trying with the dealer. This is the 5th time the car won't start. I've had a new battery and a new ignition switch put in. I know it is related to the security system because the security light is on...duh. It comes on every time I have this problem. I have turned the key to the on position for 10 minutes to reset the computer. That worked once and doesn't work anymore. I have put way too much money into this car and cannot afford to put any more into it over a problem that gm knows exists and will not fix. Maybe they believe if they ignore it, it will go away.
The passlock sensor is going out of my car again this is the second time this has happened... The car will not start until I have reset the system, I had the ign switch replaced 3 years ago and it started acting up again about 4 months ago. It makes it really hard for me to go anywhere in the summer and having to set in 95 degree heat waiting for 10 minutes for the car to reset....on the incident date I am putting today's date since it did it this morning before I came to work but it has been doing it for 4 months at least now.
I have paid over $400 to replace the ignition module in may 'o7 in the 2001 pontiac grand am gt. Today 7-15-07 I wa s having the same problem. It will crank, but won't start, causing me to miss a day of work.
Customer states that the defective general motors batteries leaking acid-should be a recall issue**cc the consumer stated the battery terminal had cracked and was barely making contact with the internal cell frame. The crack on the side terminal on the battery allowed battery acid to leak over the battery pan. *jb updated
2001 pontiac grand am passlock syetemp the car has started hard fro 2 years. Now it starts and stalls and the security light is on. I had to purchase a whole new ignition switch to fix this. I have seen that this is common with these cars. #2 clicking in the dash. The car clicks like the turn signal is on. This happens all the time and I am also told this is a known problem. I have not replaced the switch and am disappointed that gm allows these things to happen with no recall. I will think twice before I buy another gm product.
This is the last of many times this has happened to the car. It is a 2001 pontiac grand am. When I go to start it , turn the key in the ignition' the security light flashes on the dashboard. The owners manual says this means the built in anti theft system is malfunctioning , and to turn the key in the on position ,and leave it there for 10 minutes until the security light stops flashing. Then turn the key off and start the car. So far it has worked every time, but I have been stuck in some rather unsafe places for 10 minutes or more at a time waiting for my car to start. And I never know when its going to happen. It can happen three times in a row and then not happen again for a month. No rhyme or reason. Very unsecure.d
Car will not start after the security light has been flashing on and off thought no big deal the first time just a another everyday problem had car fixed and 500.00 dollars later the car is repaired and back up and running. Then it just keeps doing the same old thing wont start just have to turn the key in the on position for several minutes and it will eventually start which is becoming a very big nuisance to me and my family. I believe this is a unsafe problem that needs to be fixed before someone can get hurt or killed, due to the fact of the car shutting off going down the road which with no motor running you have no power for your anti lock brakes and your steering. I have read several complaints under the recall problems but this seems like an ongoing process that needs to be taken care of. Need to mention that it gets expensive for the repair bills and haul bills which occurred the first time this happen. I believe this should be a recall due to the danger and unsafe being of the car because you don't know where you'll be when the car decides to not start or if your in an emergency situation. Any information on this would help.
2001 pontiac grand am - pass-lock theft deterrent system continues to keep car from starting until 10 minute reset period with key in ignition
System will not let car to start.
The car has a big problem with the alarm system......it will not start for 10 + and im fed up with it.......
I own a 2001 grand am se 2.4l. I've had nothing but troubles with this car since I bought it. Here's the list of some of the things I've had to replace on the car: alternator, starter, ignition module, coils and housing unit, and now the passlock system is junk!! This car has several times put me in danger because of it stalling just after stopping or just after going after a start. Which means I'm in the middle of an intersection when it stalls. I'm taking it to the dealer friday to get the passlock system fixed because my security light is on. I want this car to be recalled or to get reimbursed for the cost and time I've had to put into this car which is a lot$$$
Tl* - the contact's 2001 pontiac grand am gt's fan speed switch for the defroster and air conditioning wasonly working at level 4. This incident occurred on several occasions ,and she was unable to adjust the setting to 1,2, or 3. Also, the driver side window was inoperable. The contact removed the panel and observed that one of the plastic window guides was broken. The contact attempted to replace the window switch,but the mechanic informed her that the failed components were the regulators.
Gm's anti theft device "passlock 1" system malfunctions and the car will not start. Once it starts to malfunction, it will get worse over time. I see this as a manufacturer defect and the manufacturer should take responsibility for this problem. So far it has only been a frustrating problem. We called the local dealer about the problem, and they said they could fix it at a cost of $450.00 . I think gm should step up and admit a problem and correct it. There are several forums on the internet complaining about this same problem. This has become a 2 and 3 times a day problem, pretty much happen every time we try to use the car.
My 2001 pontiac grand am smelled like something was burning. I took the car to the dealership who told/showed me that the insulation on the wire harness was literally disintegrating causing an extreme fire hazard. I was told it would cost over $2000 to replace the harness. Everything in the car was factory installed and the insulation should not literally be disintegrating into dust after only 5 years.
I own a 2001 pontiac grand am. I have experienced several of the same problems/issues noted in previous complaints. My 1 and 2 function on the fan is no longer working, the turn signals appear to have a short/wiring problem, the driver and passenger side window motor/brackets needed to be replaced, the driver seat adjuster is broken, the(gear shaft) button that puts the car in gear(p,r,n,d) pops out frequently, driver floor has been soak and wet periodically, and numerous braking system problems(need to replace rotors and brake pads frequently, had to replace brake calipers/hubs/wheel bearings). The only problem that was covered under a recall was the turning switch, which the problem has re-occurred. I would like to see the manufacturer cover these problems that have become repetitive in several other vehicles.
3 instances of failure of vehicle to start, ie turns over but will not crack. 1st instance had vehicle towed to mechanic, when vehicle cranked when mechanic attempted to start, then took to dealership, they stated leaking vacuum hose, replaced hose, 2nd had to have vehicle towed after being stranded at work, dealer stated faulty ignition switch march 2006, and replaced switch. Now 3rd time same problem turns over will not crank (nov 2006).
Grinding sound in front brakes. Dealer replaced rotors at my expense. Still making grinding noice. Breaks seem to have been a problem since I bought the car new in 2001. Recall of blinker switch. Blinking (inside above radio) noise came back after 1 year. Dealer says that recall was for the hazard lights not the turn signals? Car won't start and security light on. Have to wait 10 minutes with car in (on) position and then car will start..this information is located in the owners manual (are they expecting this problem?) dealer said at first that my key was worn out that's why it's not reading it correctly and then later stated that the sensor was bad in the ignition switch. Had to replace ignition sensor switch at my expense. Rear floor board behind drivers side gets wet. No known cause. Recently the service vehicle soon lite came on. Dealer repaired at my expense. Dealer said that the headlights were out and a part was cracked. Heater/AC buttons 1 and 2 do not work. Recently noticed that when I drive I hear grinding sounds seems to be coming from the body of the car, like it's coming unscrewed. Just took my car in for repairs of ignition switch, 4 new tires, a back seat seatbelt replacement and my drivers side automate seat adjuster was working the morning I took it in. When I picked up my car it was making a grinding sound and the seat cushion was torn. Service manager says they will replace the seat cushion but they don't think they broke the seat adjuster and the service manager says that maybe the seat adjuster just decided to go on that particular day. I'm now fighting to have them repair what they broke. I will never go to nucar pontiac in delaware for repairs again. This is the worst car I've ever owned. I think most of these problems should be recalls since many people have them. I will never buy a gm car again. Please someone help to make the car makers responsible for their poor workmanship.
In november of 2005 I purchase a 2001 pontiac grand am gt. A couple of days of having the car, when I went over a bump the car stalled on me. I thought it was a one time thing. I took it back to the dealer and they told me nothing was wrong. When it happened 2 more times, I took it back to the dealer and they told me that all of my relays were bad and that it would cost me $700. Out of cost pocket. They told me this when my warranty expired. I thought I had a 90 day warranty, but it turn out that I had a 30 day warranty. I think they knew what was wrong with the car, but waited until my warranty expired, so they wouldn't have to fix it. My car is only years old and it has 42k on it. So how can all of the relays be bad? They also told me that since I have been driving the car, that I could of damage the relays myself. I didn't buy the car for it to sit in the driveway, I bought it so I could drive it. I called the lemon law, they told me they only cover the engine, I also called gm corp, they called the dealer and the dealer told them that they told me they would split the cost of the relays. Which they never said that, I have a witness that can state that they never offer to split the cost to repair the car. I am at the end of my rope. You are my last hope.
Well I've called and talked to the dealership that is located in lexington,ky (paul miller ford). I have talked to the sale's man that have sold this car to me that I'm having problems with that I have only been having for about three weeks now. Talked to him and he told me that their wasn't nothing to be done at all... In other words there is nothing we can do for you. When I got this car they have told me that it's been checked out and there wasn't nothing wrong with it and also that a older lady had it already maintained before we got the car. The problem with the car is that it wont start when it's cold,brakes make some time of funny noise,turn the air up to level 3 for it to come on,security light is coming on,it's eating up gas really bad. I'm hoping that someone can help me then tell some bull and find a problem to my solution. Also, I have a warranty on the car that I'm having problems with and I work. I'm in risk of loosening my job over this matter. No money, no car payment and no job!
Turn / flasher switch was recalled..I had it replaced by dealer and after a month it has started again with the constant clicking noise. My security system also has failed costing me $500 to have repaired..and now my auto door locks do not work , my automatic dash lights come on and off..my guess is a major wiring problem!
Passlock system shorts out and ignition does not start. This happened several times, each resulting in tow & repair fees. Solution: if you turn the key to the "on" position & wait 10 minutes, the security light will go solid and them disappear. The car will then start. It's still a pain, but at least it's only 10 minutes of my time. No more towing. If you want to keep this car, I highly recommend giving it a try.
Where to start...I have a 2001 pontiac grand am. Within 2 months of buying it, my fuel pump & computer went out at the same time. Next was my water pump & timing chain. Then was the security system, then the turn signals, then the windows wouldn't roll down. And now my brakes are having to be replaced on a consistent basis. The only thing covered by gm was the turn signal switch. All other replacements were at my expense. After researching on this site, I see numerous complaints of the same kind. I notified gm and they refused to help at all. I explained that since there are multiple complaints for the same things, it has to be a manufacturing defect. They shrugged that off. They finally sent me a letter stating that they would no longer "entertain" any of my comments or complaints. Do not buy a pontiac!!! Junk city!!!
Passlock system shuts down fuel injectors or fuel pump for no reason. Ignition switch replaced twice, module behind ignition switch replaced twice. Each repair prompted by passlock system. Now the fifth occurrence means another repair. Each time at my cost not to mention tow bills. This problem requires a recall.
Twice now all of the sudden the car would not start when trying to start it. The first time the car was sitting for about 4 hours when it would not start and had to have it towed and the service garage said it was the security codes. They cleared the codes and it was fine for a few months. The next time, we turned off the car and went to start it again in a few minutes and it would not start. Again we had to have it towed to the service garage and again it was the security codes. We had to have the ignition replaced in order to get it started again because it was registering that the car was being stolen in the anti-theft system. So, now about $400.00 later, I pray it does not happen again, 2 jobs rely on this one car.
Dt*: the contact stated the computer module went out which caused the security system to lock the vehicle. The vehicle was disabled from starting and the horn and the alarm would continuously activate. The incident occurred 4 times and the module was replaced everytime.
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