Multifunction switch makes a clicking noise even when I am not using the turn signals. At first, if I wiggled or tapped on the switch, the clicking would stop, but now it just clicks incessantly. It is extremely annoying. Yesterday while driving down the freeway I noticed a small stream of smoke coming from my steering wheel. I immediately drove it to a pontiac deal and they advised it shouldn't catch fire that it would blow a fuse before it got too hot. They advise it would cost over 300 to fix. This is frustrating because it's been recalled on several earlier models.
2003 Pontiac Grand Am lights complaints
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2003 pontiac grand am with several problems. Consumer states that the vehicle had a problem with the turn signal. Consumer was informed that there was no recall on his vehicle. Then experienced problems with the intake manifold gasket. *kb the consumer was informed there was oil in the coolant recovery tank, which required replacement of the intake manifold, valve cover gaskets, thermostat and coolant. *jb the consumer also stated the cruise control did not engage properly and there was a problem with the turn signal flasher.
Turn signal sound continues after turn signal is off. Sound comes on/off without signal on. Bulletins have been released up to year before car manufactured. Manufacture does not recognize problem.
Wiper/turn signal control arm isn't working correctly.
Multifunction switch makes a clicking noise even when I am not using the turn signals. At first, if I wiggled or tapped on the switch, the clicking would stop, but now it just clicks incessantly. It is extremely annoying and costs almost $400 to replace.
Horn blows when no one is around the car, or just driving down the road. Last time this happened the horn burnt out, the cruise control kicks in when not even on, the blinker makes a blinking sound inside the car.
A clicking noise that sounds like the hazard lights are on when they are not. Was told at first it was the hazard switch, however, after being replaced this did not fix the problem. Have now determined it is the multi-function switch and it costs over $300 to fix. Have heard many other grand am owners complain about this problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am. The contact stated that there was low visibility when the headlights were illuminated. He felt that the clouded lenses caused the failure, however, the dealer stated that chemicals from a car wash were the cause. As of september 17, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 34,720. The consumer provided information pertaining to the defect. The consumer stated the manufacturer is at fault, however the manufacturer stated will not be held financially responsible for the defect. Updated 10/03/07
My 2003 pontiac grand am has had this clicking noise, coming from under the dash for about a year now. It sounds like the sound the turn signal would make, but a little faster. And it comes and goes and lasts for different durations of time. I notice when the turn signal is on, then the noise goes away. Also, when I slightly hold the hazard button in, without actually turning it on, the noise also stops, but then my turn signals won't work. I took it to the mechanic and he stated that it might be the hazard switch. However, with the new switch in place, the problem and annoying sound continued!
There is a clicking under my hazard lights. When I use the turn signal is goes to the regular rhythm. It occurs every time.
Turn signal switch will continue to click even when the turn signal is not on. At first it would only happen very rarely and only click a few times after a bump. Now it will click constantly when tha car is on. *ak gm will not fix the problem, and they want $300+ dollars. Many pontiac owners have posted webstie complaints. The "multifunction" switch needs replaced.
My 2003 pontiac has a clicking in the dash underneath the hazard switch. When I turn on turn signal the clicking goes in rhythm with the signals but when I turn the signals off it continues to click, sometimes fast sometimes slow. This is very annoying and I am afraid there may be a short that may cause a fire. I have checked the internet and come to find that many pontiac owners are experiencing the same problem. They have told pontiac about this problem and they just ignore the complaints. I feel there should be a recall on this problem with all the complaints of this matter. This problem seems to be occurring in many pontiac's ranging from 1995 to 2004. I have a 2003 grand am gt. I hope that you have received many complaints for this problem because through my investigating this problem I have found so many with the same problem. Pontiac has to fix this problem before someone's vehicle catches on fire and burns a house down with an attached garage. Please look into this matter and let me know what is going on.
Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 pontiac grand am gt. The current and failure mileage was 81,000. The contact 's vehicle had the same failurethe failure that was mentioned in recall #03v327000; exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch where the turn signals/hazard lamps worked intermittently. The failure began on 2-3-07. *ak updated 02/27/07.
Several times since purchasing my 2003 pontiac, there is intermittent clicking coming from the hazard switch area in the instrument panel and several instances of tail light, turn signal, and hazard light failure. Have had the problem diagnosed by a mechanic and was told it is coming from the multi function switch in the steering column and will cost more than $300 to fix. I have found other reports of this malfunction from pontiac owners from 1999 up through 2004 and have not been able to find a recall for anything other than the hazard switch. My hazard switch has been replaced and did not alleviate the problem.
Fast clicking sound(sounds like the blinker is going but it is not) very irritating and I have read online that a lot of people have this problem and pontiac will not recall it. And it costs over 400 dollars to fix.
Multi-function switch - pontiac grand am gt 2003. I have spoken with many many people who experience the same problem with their gm vehicle. Malfunction in switch causes a ticking noise as though the hazard lights were on although they are not. Noise is almost constant. Hazard switch replaced and did not fix problem. Everyone I have talked to has said that replacing the multi-function switch corrects the problem. If so many are malfunctioning, why isn't there a recall to fix them?
I am having the same turn signal issue( hazard switch) in my 2003 grand am that gm issued a recall on for the 2000, 2001 models. Why is the 2003 excluded from this recall???
Car makes a randomly clicks like the turn signal is on, but at uneven intervals. When the turn signal is used, the clicking becomes consistent. Turn signal lights do not appear to be activating when random clicking noise is made. Started very infrequently, but has now increased to a near continual levels. Appears to be similar to recall: 03v327000.
Dt*: the contact stated the exterior passenger side turn signal operated on its own. The contact was alerted by other drivers of this problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was determined the malfunction switch needed to be replaced.
Dt: the caller had to have the hazard warning light switch replaced. The caller said a blinking sound came from the dashboard but the lights were not on. Dealer replaced the switch at caller's expense. There was a recall 03v3270000 on other years but not on this year. Manufacturer said this vehicle was not included in the recall. *ak
Turn signal switch activates all by itself, at will, at any time. Switch is combo for hazard and turn signal. (same switch). Circuit opens and closes randomly.
I am seeking advice about a matter pertaining to the car I momentarily own. I believe that the car sold to me has been in accident and repaired. The brakes feel as if they are going to give out and have not been working correctly from the beginning. After informing and bringing the car to the dealership, they felt all that was needed was for them to be lubed. They say the car is fine but I am the one driving it and it has not been working properly. I went to a few dealerships to obtain other opinions and I was told the car was not running properly. I went back to the dealership I bought the car from and finally they realized the brakes were not in good shape. Parts were repaired. For a few weeks the car was running ok but the brakes were still not working properly. I felt a bucking everytime I put my foot on the brakes. The next time the rotors were fixed. I have invoices to back what has been repaired. I bought the car in november 2003 and in the beginning of 2004 the problems already started and have not stopped since. I did not drive the car until december 2003, since I was out of the country in november. The paint on the hood started in 2004 to come off. That needed to be repainted. The front headlights fog up, water condensation is building up. The car is running as if the bottom will fall off. It sounds like an old car. Every time I say that the car is not running correctly and ask them to test drive it, they only fix what I state what I think is wrong. I ask you to look into this matter and see if you can help me clear up this problem. Please let me know if any more information is required. I am stating the VIN [xxx]. Thank you. [xxx]. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
While driving headlights and interior lights flashed on and off. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, mechanic determined that an electrical short was the cause.
While driving at night the headlights are very dim. Consumer states there is an electrical problem. Consumer has taken the vehicle to the dealer twice. Consumer states he was denied service, which resulted in a fire.
I purchased this vehicle in june 2003 with 1695 miles on it. One month later it's in the shop because there was water leaking in through the moonroof's open/close button and the trunk failed to open using the remote or the button on the driver's door. The dealer had the windshield resealed and fixed the connection problem for the trunk. Now the vehicle's fog lamps go on and stay on for no reason, even when the vehicle is turned off. I had to take the fuse out for the weekend until I can take it into the dealership. This is the second electrical problem I've had and the car only has 4200 miles on it.
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