2002 pontiac grand am. Frequent engagement of the turn signal relay from simply moving the steering wheel. We received a "recall notice" related to the turn signal, but pontiac has no record of our car qualifying for the recall. Multi function switch replaced. Total cost of repair $360. Research on the internet indicated several of these issues.
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Your recall of 2000-2001 pontiac grandams (03v327000) states that if the turn signals/hazard flashers become inoperative it could result in a crash. Now pontiac sends me a letter letting me know that my 2002 grandam could have a problem with the turn signals/hazard flashers that could allow them to fail. With a little logic - if it is dangerous for a 2000-2001 then it also dangerous for a 2002 and there should be a recall!
After using the turn signal, I noticed there was a clicking noise still coming from under the dash for a few minutes after the signal was turned off. This happens every time I use the turn signal and the latest incident resulted in smoke in the cabin but no fire. After doing much research, I see this is an ongoing issue with this vehicle, as with previous years. Why is there no recall or tsb issued for this item, seeing as though this results in turn signal failure, and can even cause a fire.
Complained 2 years ago about turn signal clicking noise in dash when not engaged. Received letter from pontiac april 2006 to have signal/hazard warning flashers replaced. Took to jack wolf pontiac and was told by craig wegner, service manager it was also the hazard switch and the multi-function switch causing problem. These are not covered and would cost me $474.00 to replace. Cannot stand constant clicking noise any longer. Please look into this matter.
Dt*: the contact stated a clicking noise was noticed coming from the turn signal and hazard warning switch. The dealership was unable to determine which switch was making the noise. The manufacturer was alerted.
The multi-function switch on my 2002 pontiac grand am failed in november 2005. The turn signals would not always work, the indicator for the hazard lights would come on in the car and there was a constant clicking noise. I had the switch replaced at a cost of $323 because the dealer told me that eventually both the turn signals and hazard switch would become inoperable. I received a service notice in april, 2006 (#04098) which indicated that the repair would be covered. However, only the hazard switch replacement is covered, not the replacement of the multi function switch. So, even though the failure of the multi function switch caused the same dangerous situation of turn signal/hazard light failure, gm is opting not to cover the cost. Does this make sense to you?
I own a 2002 pontiac grand am. I am having problems with the turn signals. It started with the turn signals working intermittently. Now the problem has progressed to the turn signals continuing to click even when they are not in use. I know the 2000 and 2001 grand ams were recalled for this same problem. Why aren't the 2002s have the same thing done. My problem has not been fixed yet but plan on having it done soon if there is a potential for a fire.
2002 pontiac grand am gt ticking noise in the dash. However, source is the multi-switch unit in steering column. Dealer and gm does not identify problem, but will charge for replacing unit. Recalled for 1999-2001...not fixed or updated for 2002.
In high humidity (raining) or high temps and high humidity, the turn signals stop working. In cold temps, the directional 'click' occurs sporadically when the directional are not turned on. This problem has been occurring over the last 2 years, but isn't consistent enough to bring into the shop for repair. (they can't do anything if the problem isn't happening at that time).
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch exterior lighting:turn signal:switch see open investigation #pe05055 turn signal is still clicking when not engaged. This is due to the hazard flashing switch (confirmed by mechanic) when will recall be issued as has been for other year pontiac's??
I had to have the multi-function switch on my 2002 pontiac grand am replaced at a cost of $323.00. The switch kept clicking, even when the turn signals and hazard lights were not in use. I was told that the switch would ultimately fail, leaving me with no turn signal or hazard light function. This was a recall item on both the 2000 and 2001 grand ams. Obviously, the problem was not solved in the 2002 model, but since that model year is not part of the recall, I had to pay for the repair out of my own pocket. Does this seem right to you?.
Back up lights started working intermittently approximately two months ago, and now fail to come on at all. This constitutes a hazard when moving vehicle in reverse from parking spaces. In that other drivers are not aware of your intentions.
We purchase a 2002 pontiac grand am se in july of 2005 from champion chevrolet in brighton michigan, we had it in to dealer within the first few weeks of owning it, which they didn't repair that day because what needed to be done would take to long so it was taken in the following sat. Had the ABS,trac control and the service engine soon sensor was replaced and there was a noise under the front drivers side which was fixed but came back a week later they told us that the noise was normal, I don't believe this as none of our other cars make this noise not even our chevy pickup truck. We also had it back in again for the sensors for the ABS, trac control and the service engine light that keeps coming on. We cont'd to have this problem and still don't have it fixed. When the lights come on I don't have my ABS brakes anymore and no trac control. My blinkers also have been giving me a problem as sometimes they work and other times they don't. Most of the time I can get them to work if I put my hazard lights on for a few mins. But I should not have to. I have been a gm person all my life as my dad has worked for gm for 35 something yrs. But they need to fixs these problems as it is unsafe for me, my children, my husband or whoever else maybe in the car and the other drivers on the road especially here in michigan with snowy and icy roads. I also have read some of the other complaints here and it seems that there are a lot of other people having the same problems. I was also told today while getting my oil change done that there is a problem with the dexcool in this car too. I did look around on the net and notice that there seems to be a lot of people having this problem. I have not had this problem yet as I only have 50,000 miles on my car but some of the signs that people are talking about I have notice so it will go into a dealer to have it checked and I will be keeping my invoices as I hope gm does the right thing and takes care of this problem to.
Turn signals and flashers do not work intermittently. They don't work more often then they do. The dealership could not duplicate (don't think they really tried) I am concerned that when I really need the hazard flashers they wont work, it is dangerous to not use blinkers and hand signals are harder to see.
I have a 2002 pontiac grand am in which the blinker continues to blink after it ois turned off. The dash doesn't light up, however the blinking sound is a very fast continuous blink and I took it to the dealer to get fixed and they were going to charge me $500 to fix it. They also informed me that this was a recall on previous models, and there was no recall yet for the 2002 model.
Dt: 2002 pontiac grand am. The hazard warning lights and turn signal lights were not working. The consumer stated they came on and went off and they got stuck. The vehicle was looked at in april 2005 to see why this was occurring. At that time, nothing was found wrong with the vehicle. When the consumer called pontiac, they stated there was no a recall. The bulbs have been replaced. The consumer stated she must hit the hazard switch for the lights to work, sometimes this does not work either.*ak updated 11/16/05.
I have a 2002 pontiac grand am and am experiencing problems with my turn indicators. I see several other complaints have been filed for the same issue and that you are investigating for a possible recall.
While driving down the road there is a clicking sound coming from the dash. This sounds like a blinker but the blinker is not on. I have heard several things about this defect and wondered why there isn't a recall?
Dt: the contact reported that the turn signal was making a clicking sound when the turn signal was not being used. The local mechanic told the contact that the turn signal could be a fire hazard. The vehicle is a 2002 , pontiac grand am. The contact had the problem repaired. General motors was called, and they said that if there was a recall they would reimburse the contact. This has been a problem for a year, and intermittently.
Dt: 2002 pontiac grand am. The consumer stated the turn signals worked intermittently. The problem occurred for a month or so. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealership, and no one has looked at the vehicle for this problem. The consumer has done nothing to correct the problem.
I have been having trouble with my turn signals on my 2002 pontiac grand am. When I use my signals, after it clicks off, it still clicks and on 2 occasions there was smoke that came out of my steering wheel. My husband and I have brought the car to the dealership on a separate occasion, and after explaining what was wrong with the car (that is still under gm warranty) they told us that we still had to pay for a diagnostic test. I know of at least 3 other people with the same year and model car as I and they have had the same problem. I was informed from my mechanic that if the wiring work is not done soon, there will most definitely be a fire. I don't feel that I as a consumer and with it still being under warranty, should have to pay out of my pocket for repairs that are clearly the manufacturer's fault. This defect risks the lives of my children as well as myself and anyone else who rides in my vehicle.
Turn signal switch appears to be failing - something gm addressed on earlier model vehicles and across a wide range of gm vehicles. Turn signal switch appears to continue to operate even after the turn signal is returned to it's off position. Clicking is random and usually very fast - likely the result of current arcing given earlier recalls regarding the turn signal and hazzard light switch. Gm has issued a recall for this on earlier vehicles. Often referred to by owners as "nervous blinker syndrome." dealer plans to charge $250 to fix despite recalls on earlier models.
I have a 2002 pontiac grand am coupe, and have had problems with the turn signals not working.sometimes they work, but here lately they do not most of the time.
While driving and upon using the turn signals there was a ticking noise, and the turn signals malfunctioned. They use to work intermittently. Currently, they do not work at all.
When using turn signal the light in the dash stays on even after making the turn. It was due to hazard light switch failure.
Hazard flasher failure in multiple 2002 cars including mine. (I worked for a local dealer for 10 years and now a local repair shop for 3 years)I have seen multiple hazard flasher failures in pontiac grand ams, chevy malibus, olds alero. Also I know there is a recall on the 2001 malibu for this failure and it uses the same part #. Why no recall?? For customers paying for this is a inconvenience. The part was cheap for me but a customer should not have to pay for this!.
I purchased a 2002 pontiac grand am (with about 20,000 miles on it) from gandrud chevrolet in green bay, wi. When the car had 30,000 - 35,000 miles on it, the front bumper started peeling paint and the flashers started clicking occasionaly on their own. By the time the warranty was up (about 40,00 to 45,000 miles) the paint was really comming off and now the flashers/turn signals constantly click as if on. Even though they constantly do this, they are not flashing. I took the car to the dealer about the paint and they said sorry the warrenty is up. Is their any recourse I have to make them fix the tur signal/flasher problem?
The parking lights stayed on after the vehicle was shut off.
Vehicle shut down while traveling on highway without prior warning. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak also the drivers power seat is inoperable at times, it makes a grinding noise, and at times would not move at all, there was a pulsation when brakes were being applied, brakes were replaced and the rotors were resurfaced, starter was replaced, there was a clunking nosie when driving straight or making turns, the dome light fell off, trunk is hard to close, consumer has to slam trunk to get it to close, the dealer found the latch out of adjustment, when starting vehicle there is a noise from the engine area, there was a noise coming from the wheel area, dealer could not duplicate consern, alternator was replaced, vehicle stalled, delaer replaced fuel sending unit, the clock radio was loosing time, the remote keyless entry will only work when consumer is close to the vehicle, the windows were making a scratching noise when being rolled up, the air conditon has an odor, steering wheel has a mild vibration when driving.
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