I was rolling down my driver's side window when I heard a pop and the window glass fell. It shattered and I received several cuts. A week later I was rolling up the passenger rear window ( a window that I rarely use) when I heard another pop and the window refused to go up or down. I was told that the window regulator also broke in that window. Now I have 2 windows in my car that cannot be used. I replaced the window glass, but am unable to replace due to the $330 cost of each for a total of $660.
2001 Pontiac Grand Am visibility complaints
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Heat blower works at times other times it doesn't. When it comes on it get really hot and then it doesn't work for a couple of days. Then the same thing over again.
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.
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.
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!!!
Front passenger side window fell off track when trying to roll up window using automatic switch. The regulator, motor and sash-frt. Had to be replaced.
Driver's side exterior mirror suddenly detached upon being bumped by a person's hip as she walked by my parked car. It was a very light bump, yet the large internal bolts holding the mirror in place snapped cleanly in half, leaving the mirror dangling by the power cords only. The car's body/exterior is otherwise in excellent condition. No prior injury/bumping to the car's mirror had occurred to cause or explain any sort of weakening of the attachment bolts. I have since spoken with 2 other people who had the same thing happen with similar surprisingly light contact on their grand ams. One, when she went through an automated car wash. The other, as she was merely driving down the road (wind forces.) none of these vehicles had been in any sort of accident that would have caused weakening of the mounting hardware. Nor is it a 'wear and tear' type issue. Yet only very minor pressure caused the bolts to break easily. The mirrors had to be held on with duct tape and/or cords to keep them from flopping around and damaging the car's exterior until repair could be sought. I had to hold on to it manually (in very cold weather) to keep it from banging around on the body of my car, until I could secure it as much as possible (with medical iv tubing, off all things.) pontiac claims that this falls under the category of a 'cosmetic' repair...that it would not constitute a safety recall issue (?!!)...and so refuses to repair the problem at their cost. They insist on charging full price. There must be some sort of defect in the bolts attaching these mirrors to allow them to give way so easily under such little force. This creates a very serious traffic safety hazard, as it can happen during the course of normal driving, putting the driver (as well as surrounding drivers) at serious immediate risk of an mva. I have been unsuccessful in reaching anyone in authority at pontiac willing to address this issue.
Driver's side window regulator failed. Told by services that in order to replace the regulator the motor needed replaced also. Quoted over $600 for fix.
The A/C- heater speed control selection 1 and 2 stopped working in 2002 shortly after I purchased my vehicle. On april 10,2006, the selections 3 and 4 are also not working. This is now the 9th probolem I've had with my vehicle. To include both power window brackets breaking, my hazard flasher, transmission, steering, and A/C. I've unknowingly had jackson auto group of hawaii do repairs without so much as a word about the recalls. What proactive steps have been taken to notify the dealers about the recalls and defects?
2001 pontic grand am se 4door automatic car wash companies will not premit this vehcile to enter into the car wash since the side mirror fall off- after be told of this defect mine is loose since this is a problem with this make and model of car shouldn't this problem be recalled?
I would like to let the federal safety agency know that I have several complaints with my 2001 pontiac grand am. I have had to do quite a bit of repairs on this vehicle, such the security system, the fuel pump. I am not facing repairs on the water pump because of leakage and the low coolant light coming on and off. Also with my grand am and I have seem others with the side rear view mirrors. The mirrors just fall off and hand by the cord. This is extremely dangerous as we need these mirrors for side view vision.
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
On heavy rainy days windshield leaked water onto inside of vehicle. Dealership replaced trims three times. However, the windshield problem was not resolved.
Window failed and cost $ 1000 to repair.
After a heavy rain downpour rear window leaked from the top.
The heater/defroster fan motor no longer works on the first two fan speeds. In order to get the defroster or heater to function, you must use the third speed. The noise from the air flow at this speed is both annoying and distracting.
Settings 1 & 2 do not work on AC/heater blower fan settings 3,4,5 work fine.
I have a 2001 pontiac grand am that I bought from the dealership in august 2002 in less than a year my turn signals stopped working niether power window will work , the tires have had to been replaced, and the speakers have had to be replaced. This care has only 52,000 miles on it and has been well maintained. Now, the front wheels of the car are making a horrendous noise that my mechanic can not figure out what it is. I have had problems with this car from the day I bought it and I will never buy another pontiac!!! What can I do?
Both driver and passenger exterior mirrors are hanging from the vehicle, no longer mounted to the doors. Cause unknown.
2001 pontiac grand am has problems cranking. Ignition turns over but engine will not crank until 3-4 tries. Does not do it on a consistent basis and dealership has not been able to duplicate problem. It has been in 4 times for this problem and 4 times because the back doors will not open some times without bumping the doors with your hip. Dealership was not able to duplicate problem. Also, rearview mirror fell off, side mirrors had to be replaced because clear coat was left off, door reflector fell off, weather strip on window fell off, blinkers stopped working. Despite the fact that this car is well taken care of, it is coming apart at the seams. Pontiac rep has been contacted answer is the same, we have to duplicate problem. It has now began stalling out after you get it cranked. I am now contacting gm/bbb as a last resort. Please help me if you can.
Rear window has a deteriorated about 3" wide and 3' long,causing poor visibility; dealer / manufacturer were notified. Consumer was informed that it was a normal characteristic, and there was no fix. *ak
Water leaks from sun roof into electrical panel, causing various electrical shortages. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide us with any further details on this matter.
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