Pontiac Grand Am harsh shifting problems

Filed Oct 28, 2011 · Brakes, Suspension · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. The contact stated that there was an abnormal increase in stopping distance and time when braking. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, but the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated she could hear a clunking noise coming from the suspension system while driving various speeds. The vehicle was not taken to have the suspension failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unknown.

Filed Apr 3, 2009 · Body, Visibility · 101,100 miles · NJ

Bought 2003 pontiac grand am gt new in march 2003. Moonroof and driver window leaked water frequently, while power windows "clunked" when going down. Took to dealer 3 times for these problems in 2005-2006 while covered under warranty; only moonroof was repaired, dealer claimed nothing was wrong with windows. Windows continued to roll down slowly, making loud noises when going down, and hesitating when going up. In january 2009, driver side window stopped working entirely; in february 2009, passenger side window also stopped working. Contacted dealer, explained situation, and expressed frustration over not being able to get these problems addressed while car was under warranty. Dealer not willing to admit to failure to address issues with windows, and will only perform window repair at full price. Repair estimated at $1030.

Filed Oct 25, 2006 · Body · 43,250 miles · PA

Passenger side tire area of my 2000 pontiac grand am started making a clunking noise. Upon inspection, the engine cradle/k-frame crossmember was found to be extremely rusted in several places and where the rack and pinion steering bolts to it on the passenger side was completely rusted through and broke.

Filed Sep 25, 2006 · Body, Electrical · 2,000 miles · PA

Purchased car new at end of 97 model year. Within first six months returned car six times due to defective sway bar bushings. Problem has never been corrected. Car clunks as it is either turned to the right or left or travels (slowly) over speed bumps. Also have experienced paint peeling from outside mirrors, radio volume control problems, radio/clock display works only part of the time, right front passenger seat mounting broke and slid passenger into dashboard, 2 door sport coupe-both power windows motors have broken and been replaced. The driver's side window just broke for the second time in two years. Passenger window has also started to act sluggish. Discovered leaky intake manifold gasket. Another expensive repair. Rain leaks into car around window gaskets which also make a hissing sound at speeds over 45 MPH. Car has been driven with care for nine years(odometer=80,000 miles) and has had oil changes, tire rotations, etc. Completed according to schedule. Owner cannot afford additional costly repairs especially since it seems to be going downhill from here. Disgusted with problems as well as with lack of service from several different pontiac dealers. Owner cannot afford to buy a [decent] new car and will have to purchase something used. Make no mistake- it won't be a gm product!

Filed Jun 22, 2006 · Steering, Transmission · OH

1999 grand am track light illuminated, c-3 light illuminated, water leaked on the passenger rear floor board, there was a clunking noise when turning. *ts the dealer reflased the PCM at 3560 miles. The track light illuminated again at 3790 miles. This time the dealer . The blower motor smell bad and only worked on high speed. It was later determined that the blower motor shorted out and it was replaced. The vehicle had 8626 miles. The compartment over the rear view mirror would not remain latched.

Filed Nov 10, 2004 · Suspension · NY

I was informed that the problems related to the difficulty driving my grand am and the lound clunking noise and the intense "shimmy" was because my right lower control arm had snapped and my left lower control arm was cracked about to separate as well. I do know a little about cars and this doesn't seem to be a normal maintenance problem. This is costing me well over 600.00 to repair.

Filed Dec 19, 2003 · 21,656 miles · FL

I own a 2001 grand am. For the last couple of weeks, I had noticed a clunking sound when going over rough roads acompanied by vibrations in the steering wheel. I took the car in today to have the problem resolved. It turned out that my strut mounts and on both the driver side and passenger side were broken. This car has never been involved in any kind of accident. I was shocked that such a serious defect was discovered. Luckily, the car is still under warranty so no expense was passed on to me but, the concern that this could have LED to an accident is very real. The car only has 21,000 miles on it.

Filed Aug 17, 2003 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · VA

Ever since I bought the car I have had continuous problems with brakes. I"ve had the rotors and pads replaced three times. And to this day I'm still having problems. It seems they are warpped again. I've also had the rack and pinion replaced twice, due to fluid leaks from the top of it. I now have 56k on it now and there is still a clunk whenever I steer to the left or right that the dealership hasn't been able to find. Although the dealership has been good to me, I won't buy another pontiac.

Filed Jul 11, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · WV

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.

Filed May 31, 2002 · Suspension, Transmission · OH

Vehicle shakes when driving. Also, when accelerating at low speeds traction light comes on, and when going over a bump there's a clunking noise. Please provide any further information.