My pontiac grand am se 4ds 3.4 liter engine 2002 has a problem with the security light keeps coming on & stays on & then when I shut it off & then get back in car to start it , it wouldn't start the security light flashes & I have to wait 10 minutes or for it to go out leaving the car in on position for 10 minutes or more every time I get in the car to start it but once I wait 10 minutes the light go's out & then start car the security light stays on again without flashing then when I get shut the car down & then start again the security light flashes again can't start the car again & this happens continuously non stop this happens every time I park my car at a shopping center or my parking spot at my condo. I tried everything to disconnect the battery under the hood for 20 minutes it resets but it starts all over again with the security light on when I start the car up then have to wait 10 minutes for the security light to stop flashing then restart it again after the stops flashing then it starts but security light comes back on again. Then if I shut off I have to wait 10 minutes every time . What can be done about this problem please.
The worst 2002 Pontiac Grand Am problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical148
- Lights99
- Engine65
- Brakes40
- Visibility23
- Steering22
- Airbags19
- Fuel system15
- Transmission13
- Tires12
- Suspension10
- Body8
- Wheels8
- Acceleration5
- Seats5
- Locks4
- Seat belts4
- Driver assistance3
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
Won't start 52Stalling 28Fuel pump 19ABS 10Brake failure 9Grinding brakes 8Engine failure 8Overheating 8Check engine light 7Loss of power 7Power windows 6Adaptive cruise 5Knocking 5Fire or smoke 5
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
Recall number 14V400000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
Defect investigations
Turn signal failures
In december 2004, gm issued a special policy for my 1999-2000 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under recall 03v327. The policy covered turn signal/hazard flasher failure for a period of 10 years or 150,000 miles (whichever occurred first) to provide a no cost replacement of the hazard switch. Gm sent letters to owners starting december 30, 2004.in january 2006, gm will update the special policy to include my 2002 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under recall 03v‑327.the policy covers turn signal/hazard flasher failure for a period of 10 years or 150,000 miles (whichever occurs first) to provide a no cost replacement of the hazard switch.gm will send letters to owners starting late april 2006.the actions taken by the manufacturer is sufficient to resolve the issues raised by this investigation.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take future action if warranted by the circumstances.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 457
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- Electrical system
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- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
2002 Pontiac Grand Am fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 21-22 | 30 | 24-25 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 |
What 2002 Pontiac Grand Am owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was diving down hwy 70 going to pick up my first delivery for the day when, I'm not sure how but the key came out of the on postion and fell out on floor, scared I was going to crash I hurriedly reached down and put it back in and noticed the security light had came on and within minutes it lost all power and shut off, luckily I am a good driver and didn't crash but manage to get off road safely. I'm so glad worse didn't happen. Now I have no car and probably lost all 3 jobs I had.
I replaced the clock spring back in 2018 but the air bag light still on it has to be a airbag control module since I purchased my first car since 2011 it needs to be turned off
Takata recall transmission - shifts hard, went out with out any warning lights. Was at a stop light when I tried to go, it wouldn't go past 10 MPH and went all the way up to 4th RPM. Power steering leaks bad.
Since the day I purchased the car it's had a strong gas odor that fills the inside of the car. It gets worse when you run the defrost and when the gas tank is on e. It's an everyday strong gas odor and most of the time it's everytime you drive it no matter how many times in one day or how long of a period at a time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand am. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact attempted to make a turn, but the rear driver side turn signal indicator did not work. The contact replaced the rear tail light bulbs. When the hazard button was depressed, the turn signal indicator started to work again. The contact stated that the failure occurred for approximately six months. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand am. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine and security warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road, but failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle, but it would not start. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the security electrical system wiring failed and needed to be repaired. The contact called autonation chevrolet at (407) 680-0751 (located at 3707 w colonial dr, orlando, fl 32808) and was informed to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 170,377.
'takata recall' deterioration of airbags due to the geographical location and the heat of the southern united states
Tl-contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand am ---- vehicle has 165,478 miles contact was going 10mph when blinkers stopped working, in turn lane to turn off main road at night.. Contact was driving home two nights ago when blinkers both went out and contact went online and looked up VIN number and saw two recalls. Contact stated she had called local gm dealer and gm state vehicle has no recalls. Contact took vehicle to mechanic to have fuses replaced . 0 recalls associated with this VIN.... Cb
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand am. While operating the turn signal either right or left, the signal light failed to illuminate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.
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Questions about the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
Is the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am reliable?
Owners have filed 395 complaints about the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 1.2 times a typical Grand Am model year.
What is the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am year score?
The 2002 Pontiac Grand Am scores 68 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Pontiac Grand Am: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am?
Electrical system, with 148 complaints, typically around 80,795 miles. Next is lights (99).
How many recalls does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V400000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Pontiac Grand Am have the most electrical problems?
The Pontiac Grand Am model years with the most electrical complaints are 2001 (232 complaints), 2002 (148 complaints) and 2004 (140 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am range from 21 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-22 city and 30 highway.
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