Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 03v327000 concerning the exterior lighting:hazard warning switch. . This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak updated 1/11/2006. The turn/hazard switch was replaced on 12/10/2005 with gm part 10359039. The old part number was 22624799 0691 e.
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Faulty turning signals. Although gm has had a recall on this item I don't think included all VIN numbers in the recall. My car is suffering from the same problem but was refused recall service because my VIN number was not included. I feel there maybe numerous cars out there that were excluded from this recall. I have a 2001 pontiac grand am gt sedan.
Continuous rapid clicking noise from dash caused by short circuit in multi-function switch. According to mechanic this eventually will result in turn signal failure if not repaired, due to short circuit causing switch to burn out. This has been a recurring problem on this vehicle. Had this problem repaired three times already (07/23/2003, 11/14/2004, 10/18/2005) . Each repair replaced the multi-function switch with a new part and cost about $300 installed. Suspect some kind of manufacturing defect is causing this safety issue. This problem is not related to the flasher unit recall, since this vehicle was already serviced for that recall, but this problem continues to occur.
2001 pontiac grand am. Continuous rapid clicking noise from dash caused by short circuit in multi-function switch creating a major distraction while driving and could lead to an accident if happened unexpectedly. Had this problem repaired twice already (07/23/2003, 11/14/2004) and needs to be repaired a third time (10/18/2005) . Each repair replaced the multi-function switch with new parts and cost about $250. Suspect some kind of manufacturing defect for this problem to be recurring so many times after being repaired.
Dt: the turn signal was making a clicking sound even after the light was turned off. It seemed to be mostly when making a right turn. The problem was ongoing since april 2005. It continued to make the clicking sound anywhere from five to twenty minutes after making the turn. This was an on going problem. When the vehicle was taken to a dealership they said they would have to remove the dashboard to find the cause of the problem. The contact was still unsure of what the exact cause was. The contact has heard of an investigation for the 2002 models.
Turn signals operate intermittently. Driver cannot signal turns or lane changes. Pontiac claims my vehicle is not covered under the federal safety agency campaign # 03v327000 even though it is the same problem.
I own at 2001 pontiac grand am which has had a recall on exterior lighting - hazard flashing warning lights which causes my turn signals to operate intermittently. Through my own investigation over 700,000 of these models have been recalled. When I went to the dealer to have it repaired, I was informed that my VIN number didn't fall into the "range" that general motors was willing to replace for free. General motors told me to pay for the repair and send them the bill and they will "review it". It is very obvious that this is the same issue that other grand am owners are having - this part is defective and I want gm to replace it. This is a safety issue with my car, how can they not fix it??
Dt: consumer complained about hazard light switch problem. Was told by the dealership that the model years 1999 -2001 had the same problem. The part number 226247990961e that was on this car, and was under recall. Has a recall. The recall number was unavailable. The part was replaced in may 2005, and still had the same clicking noise from the hazard switch. Also, complained about security system problem. When I trying to start put the key in ignition and the light flashed, car would not start. Had to reset the system. Turned the key to the accessory position for 15 minutes for the car to start. Dealership wanted to charge $45.00 diagnose ,and to replace the part with the same kind of part that was already replaced it with once. This has been happening since first purchasing the car in june 30, 2004. This happened every time consumer drove the car.
Contact states: after the signal light was fixed per the recall notice, a clicking sound was heard and smoke emitted from the arm. If the turn was not very wide, the signal stayed on. The dealer stated the problem is part of the recall and will not fix it.
Our 2001 pontiac grand am was making a clicking noise by the switch for the hazard light for a couple months. Tonight it would not stop and the car started smoking. I went to your web site only to find out that the car was recalled and we were not notified. I am very disturbed by the fact that car manufacturers do not have to notify owners of failures to the vehicles. What if my car had started on fire and not just smoked. We had a similar incident with our ford explorer and the gas filter being faulty. We were not notified on that either and the vehicle would lurch when put in reverse. An accident could easily have occurred with that problem. I think you need to start making the car manufacturers notify owners of problems. If I didn't have access to the internet I wouldn't have known this was recalled.
Driver took vehicle to dealer for routine maintenance, and mechanic determined that the left and right tie rods needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak faulty power steering pump caused grinding noise when turning the steering wheel in either direction. The turn signal went out. Consumer wants to know if there are any recalls. *bf
Every since I got my 2001 pontiac grand am the fog lights may work for a week and then they go out .I have changed both of the bulbs and they still will not work I feel the gm corp should have a recall on them.
There was a clicking sound in the dash near the turn signal switch. It would constantly click as if the blinker was on while driving down the road. He mechanic said it would eventually would wear out and need replaced costing $350. It has not been replaced yet.
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.
Recall campaign: the consumer states the hazard warning switch fails intermittently. A recall for it was issued, however the vehicle's VIN number is outside of the remedy scope. Please provide additional information.
Turn signals and hazard lights do not work. It started when the weather was getting colder. They eventually may start working. I found if I would wiggle the hazard switch the turn signals would work. I bought and replaced the hazard switch 22624799 and it resolved the problem. This is a recall but it does not include my VIN.
Failure of turn signals on 2001 pontiac grand am. Turn signals frequently will not operate for extended periods of driving. This failure of the turn signal system greatly increases the danger of driving on freeways and in general. Turn signals may not operate in either direction for hours, then happen to work properly for a while, before returning to non-functioning. Took car for repair, but signals worked that day. No incidents or injuries, just more danger when non-functioning on a car that is relatively new. Thanks.
Recall 03v327000 concerning hazard warning switch: after recall repairs were done vehicle experienced a clicking sound in the steering wheel. Dealer was notified, and informed the consumer that this problem was not covered under the recall, but another issue not pertaining to the recall.
Intake manifold gasket failure/signal failure/ window regualtor failure/rotors.
Consumer experienced a problem with driver's side window, not being able to go up and down. This was going on for 1 year. She took vehicle to dealer, and was told that it would cost her $400.00 to get it repaired. Also, consumer was having a problem with flashers not working. She did not have them repaired. *ak
Headlights in 2001 pontiac grandam gt are inefficient, cannot see road early morning and later nights. Need to reduce speed out of normal -> I as a driver feel very unsafe when driving my grandam at night or with low visibility because headlights don't help me see.
The turn signal flasher failed and as a result the vehicle was rear ended while attempting to make a left turn. *ak
Signal lights quit working the only way to get them to work is put on emergency flashers then turn them off. The traction gets stuck in the off position and will not go off until car is turned off. Have not replaced anything, mechanic said it is manufacturing problem with electrical system.
Friday morning I was on empty, so I went to the gas station. Turned off car & filled up, started it no problem. Then went to get breakfast, turned off car. The came back after no more then 5 minutes the car would not start. No sputtering, no failure to fire, no stalling before this occasion. Nothing. I have had the car for about 1.5 years. I have had no problem with it starting. I took it to auto repair shop & they said it was common problem. That they have had a lot of 2001 grand am with this exact problem. It was fixed. I was told to watch the car because if it happens again they will report the problem. When we first go the car the front head lights would go off by themselves at night. That happened at 12:30am. Also the taillights went out at the same time. We reported that to the dealership & they fixed it.
Turn signal failure (recall by manufacture corrected that problem). However, dealer would not fix the continuos problem with the on-going ticking sound of the turn signal even when signal is not in use. That would cost $273 to fix, dealer said. Grinding sound in tires (dealer gave documentation to support the fact that the 2001 pontiac grand am's were manufactured with a faulty tires and rim package. Suggested new rims or different than manufacture choice tires. The most significant problem is with the engine. Randomly upon ignition and sometimes after sitting idle, the engine will rev high (at times upto 3rpms). Sounds like the engine is going to explode! Went to 2 pontiac dealers various times (at least 6) and neither can fix the problem. Each time I was charged with assessment fees. I'm done with pontiac vehicles!
Turn signal/ hazard warning lights worked intermittently. Consumer contacted the dealer, who stated that there was a recall for this problem. However, this vehicle was not involve din recall due to VIN.
Turn signals worked intermittently but flasher indicator did not working correctly. A recall was issued for this problem. However, the service technicians claimed they will not do the necessary repairs.
After the dealership replaced the hazard warning switch for the recall 03v327000 the turning signal was still not operating correctly. *ak the turn signals and hazard lights worked intermittently. The dealer replaced the hazard switch but the turn signal were still working intermittently. The dealer suggested that the flashers had nothing to do with the recall. Also, the vehicle did not pick up speed, hesitate, and start slowly. *sc
Driver heard a clicking noise coming from the turn signal. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that turning signal needed to be replaced. *ak hazard switch was replaced as a defect.
While driving at any speed, intermittently when the signal light was used and then discontinued, the turn signal continued to operate. The signal light was not actually working but the clicking sound continued well after the signal was canceled. *nm *sc
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