Pontiac Grand Am water leak problems

Filed Aug 17, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · IN

Driving down the road ABS, battery and air bag lights come on 99-2005 pontiac grand ams have a common problem with water going through blower motor going on to the floor the air bag module located under the carpet on the passenger side gets wet causing air bag failure this is a safety issue that needs addressed again a common problem general motors has known about but all they did was create a service bulletin to fix water leak which still doesn't save air bag if you don't catch the leak.

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Engine · 100,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac grand am. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine stalled with the illumination of the ABS warning indicator. The vehicle restarted after the consumer waited for a period of five hours. Also, there was a small amount of coolant and water leakage on the ground as the engine would overheat sporadically. The vehicle was diagnosed by two different independent mechanics who informed the contact that the head gasket, intake gasket and thermostat would need to be replaced. The failures continued to occur. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 08/01/11*lj updated 08/11/11

Filed Nov 5, 2009 · Body · OH

In pontiac grand am's, there have been many drivers that have had problems with water leaks. These waters leaks flood the car compartment and can leave 1-4 inches of water in the car. Some cars have had the leak on the drivers side, which can cause an accident because of the water...even after you drain it, it will still leave the pedals wet/slippery which may cause a crash.

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 16, 2008 · Airbags, Body · 150,000 miles · NY

1) firewall body seam leaks water into passenger compartment due to rust through. Fills floors beneath carpets with water. Causes air bag control module (sdm) under passenger's seat to fail due to moisture. Activates "air bar" dash light. Gm has issued a letter related to "flood" cars. It goes beyond floods!!!! This is a defective design & build problem. 2) water enters every time it rains. The air bag control module (sdm) located under the passenger seat (stupid design) has failed due to moisture under the carpeting. "air bag" light is triggered and gm warns that air bag(s) could deploy without warning!!! 3) I have removed the 10a air bag fuse and disconnected both air bags by unplugging wires to the inflators. Gm says the air bag control module (sdm) needs to be replaced at my expense. No thank-you, gm should cover replacement and firewall repairs to prevent recurrence, period. This is the 2nd case of firewall water leakage I have seen on the gm "n" bodied cars. The other was an olds achieva with the exact same problem. I have pictures of the rust out areas from both vehicles. Gm should be made to recall & repair these cars - free of charge to the owners.

Filed Jun 17, 2008 · Airbags, Body · IL

There is water on all four floors of my car (front driver and passenger/back seat two both passenger sides). The rear left floor has particularly heavy water saturation. My air bag light has also stayed on for the last two weeks. Yesterday, I received a letter from gm indicating that the air bag controller on the 1996 pontiac grand am is mounted above the floor pan beneath the front passenger seat, and that if the vehicle is exposed to significant water entering the interior and soaking the carpet, the air bag controller can be soaked and damaged. The damaged controller can make the air bags deflate, even without impact or crash. Conversely, the air bags may not deploy at all because of the controller damage. This letter was sent by gm as an owner manual supplement and they will not be responsible for what is clearly a problem. At this point, no recall has been issued. Because I am unemployed, I have no money to repair the car, and am scared to drive it. Hence, I now have no transportation as well as no money or job. Gm should be responsible for this. If they are aware enough of a problem as to notify owners of this car, they should be paying for repairs to a car that is saturated with water.

Filed Apr 13, 2008 · Body · IL

Water leaking in on passenger side floor board.

Filed Sep 1, 2006 · Body · 132,000 miles · MI

Due to water leaking into the car the bcm computer had to be replaced. The mechanic that fixed the car said the fuel pump had to be replaced also.

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 Mar 31, 2006 · Body, Visibility · 85,000 miles · NC

In 2001, driver side window motor does not operate anymore. Replaced it. ($150). In 2003, driver window motor and passenger and rear passenger motor dies once again. Replaced all motors, now they are dead again. Especially when my AC does not work either. In 2004, heater core and water pump broken. Repaired. Now I have a water leak in the driver's floor area which ruined my carpet and that has to be replaced! Another $200. It seems it all evolves around electrical problems.