1995 Pontiac Grand am problems
The Pontiac Grand Am is a car model that was produced by Pontiac in various years between 1973 and 2005. Produced as a RWD mid-size car on the LeMans GM A platform in its first two generations, the Grand Am name was reused for a FWD compact car for its last three generations.
The platform actually began development intended to be the next generation GTO, but the muscle car era was drawing to a close. So, Pontiac decided to make this model America's answer to European luxury|sports sedans. The Grand Am (GA) name was derived from two other Pontiacs; "Grand" signifying Grand Prix luxury, and "Am" for Trans Am performance.
These first generation GAs had some innovative features, including a deformable urethane nose (an evolution of the Endura bumper pioneered on the 1968 GTO), and was one of only three GM cars (Olds Cutlass Salon, Chevy Monte Carlo S) to debut radial-ply tires (RTS - Radial Tuned Suspension) as standard equipment. The intermediate sized Grand Am was canceled in 1980 when it was replaced by the Pontiac 6000.
A compact-sized Grand Am, based on the GM N-platform, was released in 1985, replacing the Pontiac Phoenix. It became Pontiac's best selling car and was later replaced by the Pontiac G6, so named as it was intended to be the 6th generation of the Grand Am.
All 1973–1975 Grand Ams were built in Pontiac, Michigan at Pontiac's main assembly plant. The 1978-1980 Grand Ams were built in Pontiac, Michigan at Pontiac's main assembly plant and in Atlanta, Georgia at GMAD Lakewood. All Grand Ams between 1985 and 2005 were built in Lansing, Michigan at the Lansing Car Assembly.
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Common 1995 Pontiac Grand am problems
The Pontiac Grand Am, produced from 1973 to 2005, is a popular car model known for its style and performance. However, the 1995 model year has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners.
- Engine Problems: The most common issue reported for the 1995 Pontiac Grand Am is engine-related problems, which account for 100% of the total complaints for that model year.
Another engine problem reported is the Passlock system, which prevents the car from starting due to anti-theft issues. This problem affects 75% of the total complaints for the 1995 model year, with an average cost to fix of $1,000 and an average mileage of 89,000 miles.
- Power Window Issues: The second most common problem reported for the 1995 Pontiac Grand Am is related to the power windows, which account for 36% of the total complaints for that model year.
- Cooling System Issues: The 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has also been reported to have issues with the cooling system, specifically a cracked intake manifold gasket that allows coolant to leak.
- Interior Problems: The 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has been reported to have interior problems, which account for 36% of the total complaints for that model year.
- Power Steering Issues: The 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has also been reported to have power steering issues, which affect 100% of the total complaints for that model year.
- Brake Issues: The 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has been reported to have brake issues, which affect 100% of the total complaints for that model year.
- Fuel System Issues: The 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has been reported to have fuel system issues, which affect 100% of the total complaints for that model year.
In conclusion, the 1995 Pontiac Grand Am has several common problems reported by owners, including engine issues, power window problems, cooling system issues, interior problems, power steering issues, brake issues, and fuel system issues. These problems can affect the car's performance and safety, and it is important for owners to address them promptly to ensure the car's longevity and reliability.
How reliable is a Pontiac Grand Am?
It's reliable, but not as reliable as a Camry. In blending a Grand Prix and a Trans Am, Pontiac have developed a car that's good at everything, and great at nothing. Fun to drive and priced to move, the Grand Am delivers a sporty feel and a comfortable ride.
How many miles will a Grand Am last?
Drivers generally report a minimum mileage of 200,000 before the expensive repairs start to pile up, while some have passed 300,000. Expect to hit anywhere from 225,000 to 250,000 on the original engine and powertrain before your Grand Am is ready for retirement.
Why did they stop making Pontiac Grand Am?
Another factor leading to the Grand Am's cancellation were plans for all 1976 Pontiac A-body cars receiving the newly approved rectangular headlights, which would necessitate a complete redesign of the Grand Am's Endura nose and Pontiac officials decided that the expense of such a redesign could not be justified based ...
How much horsepower does a 1995 Grand Am have?
The 1995 Grand Am ranges in power from the SE Coupe 2D with 150 horsepower to the GT Coupe 2D with 155 horsepower.
How reliable is a Pontiac Grand Am?
It's reliable, but not as reliable as a Camry. In blending a Grand Prix and a Trans Am, Pontiac have developed a car that's good at everything, and great at nothing. Fun to drive and priced to move, the Grand Am delivers a sporty feel and a comfortable ride.
How long do Pontiac Grand Ams last?
How Long Will the 2004 Pontiac Grand Am Last? Drivers generally report a minimum mileage of 200,000 before the expensive repairs start to pile up, while some have passed 300,000. Expect to hit anywhere from 225,000 to 250,000 on the original engine and powertrain before your Grand Am is ready for retirement.
How much horsepower does a 1995 Grand Am have?
The 1995 Grand Am ranges in power from the SE Coupe 2D with 150 horsepower to the GT Coupe 2D with 155 horsepower.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Am have?
Pontiac's base Ecotec 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine is rated at 140 horsepower and mates with either a four-speed-automatic or five-speed-manual transmission. A 170-hp, 3.4-liter V-6 engine is standard in the SE2 and optional in the SE1.
1995 Pontiac Grand am car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac Grand am problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Pontiac Grand am vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Pontiac Grand am
The NHTSA has received 470 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Pontiac Grand am. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Pontiac Grand am vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-16
- VIN: 1G2NE15D9SM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM. WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE KEY SUDDENLY RELEASED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED OPERATING AS NORMAL DURING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RE-INSERTED THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 290,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-13
- VIN: 1G2NE55M0SC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR WON'T START AND CUT OFF WHEN CAR IS IN DRIVE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-14
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55D1SC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I WAS IN THE PARKING LOT OF A FAST FOOD PLACE WE CAME OUT AFTER WE ATE AND GOT IN THE CAR ATTEMPTED TO START IT BUT IT DID NOT START AT FIRST THEN I TURNED OFF THE IGNITION AND THEN TRIED AGAIN IT STARTED AND AFTER A SHORT TIME IT SEAMED LIKE IT TRIED TO START ITSELF AGAIN AND IT STARTED SMOKING FROM BELOW THE STEERING COLUMN SO I TURNED IT OFF AND JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR AND OUT THE BATTERY BY THE TIME THE BATTERY WAS OUT IT HAD ALREADY CAUGHT FIRE AND HAD TO BE PUT OUT WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER WHICH WAS SUPPLIED BY A TOW TRUCK DRIVER WHO JUST SO HAPPENED TO BE GETTING LUNCH THE FIRE DEPT WAS CALLED BUT NEVER FILED A REPORT THEY JUST MADE SURE ALL WERE OK THEN LEFT THAT'S BASICALLY WHAT HAPPENED. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55D1SC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY 4 MY STEERING COLUMN CAUGHT ON FIRE MAKING ME PULL THE CAR OVER AND JUMP OUT ALONG WITH 2 OTHER PERSONS , AFTER THAT WE CALLED THE TOW TRUCK TO HAVE IT TOWED HOME TO SEE WHAT WE WERE GOING TO DO ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WHO TO CONTACT IN THE MEAN TIME THE DEALERSHIP HAD MY CAR FOR 4 MONTHS AND TO THIS DAY STILL HAS IT AND IS REQUESTING ME TO PAY HALF OF THE BILL TO GET IT FIXED AND I DO NOT FEEL I SHOULD PAY A DIME FOR A RECALLED CAR WITH AN OPEN RECALL ON IT SO THEREFORE I AM FILING A COMPLAINT AGAINST THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE CAR TO BE FIXED AND FOR ALL THE INCONVENIENCE IN WHICH IT HAS CAUSED ME GETTING BACK AND FOURTH TO SCHOOL, I AM IN COLLEGE FULL TIME SO THEREFORE I HAD TO DO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GETTING TO AND FROM MY DESTINATIONS. AND WHEN THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE IT WAS THE FIRST TIME IN WHICH IT HAD EVER HAPPENED. SO NOW MY GRANDFATHER IS GOING TO PAY FOR IT TO GET FIXED AND WOULD LIKE ALL OF HIS MONEY BACK AND I WANT ALL I CAN GET FOR ALL THE INCONVENIENCE IN WHICH THIS PROBLEM HAS CAUSED MYSELF AND ALL OTHERS WHO WERE INVOLVED AND ALSO WE NEED TO KEEP IN MIND THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A MUCH BIGGER PROBLEM IF ANYONE WOULD HAVE GOTTEN HURT DO TO THE FIRE AND OR ANY OTHERS DAMAGES THAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. *TR
VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-19
- Number Of Injuries: 6
- VIN: 1G2HX52KXS4
- Components: VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY FAMILY, AND I WERE RETURNING HOME ON I-77 FROM A CAMPING TRIP, WHEN WITHOUT WARNING, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED, SHATTERING THE WINDSHIELD. WE MADE IT SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, SCARED, AND DAZED, TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT HAD JUST HAPPENED. FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER, WE RETURNED TO THE VEHICLE TO TRY TO MAKE IT THE REST OF THE WAY HOME, WHEN ABOUT FIVE MILES LATER, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. WE WERE IN NO ACCIDENT, AND HAD NO WARNING LIGHT, OR SIGNAL. MY DAUGHTER WAS BURNED, AND CUT WITH FLYING GLASS, I TOO, WAS CUT, AS WAS MY FIANCE. OUR LIVES WILL NEVER BE THE SAME. AIR BAGS ARE SUPPOSED TO PROTECT NOT KILL. GM NEEDS TO BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR MALFUNCTIONS IN THEIR PRODUCTS. WE COULD HAVE ALL BEEN KILLED, AND I DON'T FEEL THAT G.M. CARES. AND NOW TO FIND OUT THAT G.M. KNEW ABOUT POSSIBLE MALFUNCTIONS, AND DIDN'T LET THE PUBLIC KNOW. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE!!!!!!! *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-03-10
- VIN: 1G2NW55M8SC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE OVERHEAT LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND ENGINE DIED. THE MECHANIC SAID IT IS A CRACKED HEAD GASKETS. I HAVE ALWAYS FOLLOWED THE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE IN OWNER MANUAL. OIL CHANGES EVERY THREE MONTHS ETC.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM COILS WENT BAD. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED HIS VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE COILS WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THE GARAGE STATED THEY WERE BAD, HOWEVER THE CONSUMER KEPT THE COILS AND PLACED THEM BACK IN THE VEHICLE WHICH HAS BEEN RUNNING EVER SINCE. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-02
- VIN: 1G2NE15D5SM
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINT REGARDING 1995 GRAND AM THEFT. *TS THE CONSUMER LISTED BRAKES AS A POSSIBLE PROBLEM ON HIS VEHICLE. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-14
- VIN: 1G2NW15DXSC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM OVERHEATING. REPLACED THE THERMOSTAT FOUR TIMES AND FINALLY THE HEAD GASKETS WARPED. PAID FOR THE HEAD GASKET REPLACEMENT. CONTINUED TO OVERHEAT AND CALLED GENERAL MOTORS. MEDIATOR WAS OF VERY LITTLE HELP. TOOK IT BACK UNDER THE REPAIR WARRANTY, THEN THE RADIATOR BLEW BECAUSE THEY HAD REPLACED THE RADIATOR CAP WITH A HIGHER PRESSURE RATING. WE TOOK IT BACK AND THEY REPLACED THE RADIATOR, HOSES, HEATER CORE AND NUMEROUS OTHER THINGS. IT CONTINUED TO OVERHEAT. IN GENERAL WE HAVE SPENT ABOUT $2500.00 AND STILL HAVE THIS ISSUE. ADDITIONALLY, WE NOW HAVE THE ABS WARNING LIGHT COMING ON OCCASIONALLY AND I FOUND SOME ENGINE WIRES TWISTED UP OVER THE MANIFOLD. I HAVE SINCE MOVED THEM BACK TO THEIR ORIGINAL LOCATION AND HAD TO USE ELECTRICAL TAPE ON ANOTHER WIRE CONNECTION THAT THE LOCK (SNAP) WAS BROKE OFF. SINCE DOING THIS I HAVE NOT HAD THE CAR OVERHEATING AS OFTEN. ADDITIONALLY SINCE REPAIRS WERE MADE, WE NOW HAVE HEAVY CONDENSATION ON THE INTERIOR WINDSHIELD, (WINDOW WIPERS ON THE INSIDE COULD BE A SOLUTION...) ALONG WITH PUDDLES OF WATER ON THE PASSENGER FLOOR AND IN THE TRUNK....GOD ONLY KNOWS WHAT THEY DID TO MY CAR AFTER I CALLED GENERAL MOTORS, EVERYTHING JUST SEEMED TO GET WORSE FROM THERE.. COINCIDENCE, I THINK NOT. THEY ARE NOW BANKRUPT SO THERE IS NO RECOURSE IN MY CASE OF RETRIEVING MONEY NEEDLESSLY SPENT ON REPAIRS THEY SHOULD HAVE FIXED PROPERLY IN THE FIRST PLACE. AND WHILE I'M AT IT, I WONDER IF THEY EVER TOOK CAR OF THAT IGNITION RECALL? I AM STILL DRIVING THE CAR WHEN IT IS BEHAVING BUT I HAVE BEEN HAVING TO HOLD THE IGNITION SWITCH TO GET THE CAR TO START WHICH I HADN'T HAD TO DO BEFORE... ARE THEY WAITING FOR MY CAR TO CATCH ON FIRE DUE TO THIS IGNITION PROBLEM? THE SMARTEST THING WOULD BE TO TAKE IT TO SOMEONE ELSE BUT NO ONE WANTS TO TOUCH THE CAR AFTER FINDING OUT IT WAS AT THE OTHER DEALERSHIP SO WHERE DO I GO NOW? AND A REPLY ON THAT SURE WOULD BE A BIG HELP! *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55D9SM
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: DT: 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT AFTER BEING IN THE VEHICLE FOR 30 MINUTES. THIS WAS A NEW SUMMIT TIRE. THE DEALERSHIP GAVE THE CONSUMER HIS MONEY BACK AND PUT THE OLD TIRES ON VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS GOING 60 MPH. THIS CAUSED FRONT END DAMAGE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRASH DUE TO TIRE BLOWOUT. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-03
- VIN: 1G2NE15D2SM
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONTACT STATES: ON THE FRONT DRIVERS' SIDE THE METAL PART BROKE AWAY AND THE TIRE CAME AWAY FROM THE PART IT WAS ATTACHED TO. THE TIRE HIT THE SIDE OF THE CAR. THE CAR WAS NOT DRIVABLE, AND THEY HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-09
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INTERMITTENTLY CONSUMER WOULD BE UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE. ALSO, IT STALLS. CONSUMER IS ABLE TO RESTART VEHICLE AFTER 45 MINUTES. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-13
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I HAVE HAD MANY PROBLEMS OVER THE YEARS WITH MY 1995 GRAND PRIX SE, 6 CYL, 3.1L ENGINE. I SAW THE 35 PLUS SERVICE BULLETINS AND I CAN PERSONALLY RELATE TO THESE PROBLEMS. MY QUESTION IS. I HAVE LIVED IN THE SAME PLACE SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM FERGUSON PONTIAC, PAID CASH, AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RECALL OR BULLETIN ON THIS CAR. ARE THEY STILL LIABLE SINCE I HAVE HAD TO DEAL WITH THESE PROBLEMS ON MY OWN AND HAVE BECOME FRUSTRATED WITH THIS PONTIAC, MY OPINION I WOULD NOT BUY ANOTHER PONTIAC. BUT, WHERE DOES THE RESPONSIBILITY END WITH THE DEALERSHIP? CAN I CALL THEM AND PRINT OUT THESE LISTINGS? ARE THEY STILL LIABLE TO REPLACE OR REPAIR?*JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE15M7SC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND STRUCK A LIGHT POST. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-15
- VIN: 1G2NE15M0SC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE ORIGINAL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED AND I DID NOT HAVE ANY DASH LIGHTS OR TAIL-LIGHTS. THE SECOND SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED TOO AND THE HEADLIGHTS NOW GO OUT WHEN I TRY TO CYCLE THEM FROM HIGH BEAM TO LOW BEAM OR DON'T COME ON UNTIL I CYCLE THEM AGAIN. *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-02
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2NW55D1SC
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SWERVED RIGHT ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER IMMEDIATELY PULLED LEFT, CAUSING REAR AXLE TO BREAK OFF, AND RESULTING IN A CRASH. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-06
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: MY VEHICLE'S (1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM) DIMMER SWITCH IS MALFUNCTIONED. THE HEAD LIGHTS GO OUT IF YOU TRY TO CYCLE FROM HIGH BEAM TO LO BEAM. I ALSO KNOW OF ANOTHER PERSON WITH THE SAME PROBLEM.I RECENTLY EXPERINCED THIS PROBLEM WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-21
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55D4SC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: A RECALL (#00V287000) WAS ISSUED FOR THE STARTER ASSEMBLY THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE AT NO CHARGE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE TWICE. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2NW55M6SC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKE, BUT THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE WITH SPEED. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A DITCH AND A FENCE. A 2X4 STEEL POLE HIT THE WINDSHIELD AND HIT THE DRIVER IN THE FACE THE DRIVER WAS UNCONSCIOUS. BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD AND NECK INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED BY AMBULANCE TO THE HOSPITAL. THE INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED THE VEHICLE. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-10
- VIN: 1G2NW15M8SC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: WE HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE WINDOWS NOT WORKING. WE'VE HAD TO PUSH UP THE WINDOW WITH OUR HANDS WHILE PUSHING THE POWER WINDOW BUTTON AND IT DOESN'T CLOSE ALL THE WAY. NOW IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. ALSO WE HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS STAYING ON. WE NOTICED IF WE PLAY WITH THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH (LIKE TURNING THE HIGH BEAMS ON AND OFF) THEN THE HEADLIGHTS WILL COME BACK ON AFTER A FEW TRIES. WE RECENTLY REPLACED ALL 4 BRAKES AND NOW THE ABS LIGHT IS ON AND STAYS ON. DEALER STATED THAT THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH THE ABS BRAKES.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-01
- Fire: 1
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO A SPACE BETWEEN THE FIREWALL AND THE INTERIOR. THERE WAS A SPACE WHERE WATER RAN DOWN, AND LEAVES GATHERED. THERE THE FIRE STARTED. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-08
- VIN: 1G2NE55D8SM
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE, AS A RESULT THE FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP. THE MECHANIC INDICATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO CORROSION. *JB THE REAR FRAME BOLT ON THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE, WHICH PUT ALL THE WEIGHT ON THE FRONT FRAME BOLT OF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED. *NM *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-06
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55M2SC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER TURNED THE IGNITION AND VEHICLE DID NOT START. UPON TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE AGAIN THERE WAS A NOISE. CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THERE WAS FIRE.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-20
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G2NE55D1SC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I BOUGHT MY 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, USED IN 2001, NOT EVEN A MONTH AFTER HAVING IT, I HAD TO REPLACE THE RADIATOR. FROM THERE WENT MY COOLANT LINE, A DEALER PART I HAD TO PAY A FORTUNE FOR. THEN I ALSO HAVE SIGNIFICANT WATER DAMAGE THAT SOMEHOW GETS INTO MY CARAND I END UP WITH PUDDLES OF WATER ON THE FLOOR. MY HEATER CORE WENT, REPLACED THAT. THEN BALL JOINTS, REPLACED THAT. THEN THE RECALL ON MY IGNITION THAT I FAILED TO RECIEVE, WAS OUT WITH MY HUSBAND AND SON FOR THE DAY, GOT IN TO START MY CAR AND IT WOULDNT TURN OVER. TOOK THE KEY OUT, THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR STARTED TO TURN OVER REPEDITILY. NEEDLESS TO SAY IF MY HUSBAND WASNT THERE MY SON AND I COULD HAVE DIED, I WOULDNT HAVE KNOW WHAT TO DO. MY SON WAS STRAPPED IN HIS CAR SEAT AND I POPPED THE HOOD, NEXT THING I KNOW SMOKE STARTS POURING INTO MY CAR FROM THE DASH. SO I GRAB MY SON OUT QUICKLY AS MY HUSBAND POPPED THE HOOD, AND SEEN SPARKS AND RIPPED THE POWER CORD OFF OF THE BATTERY WHICH STOPPED THE SPARKS WHICH WAS IN THE PROCESS OF STARTING A FIRE. AFTER REPLACING THAT, MY POWER STEERING WENT, HAD TO REPLACE THOSE LINES. THEN MY COOLANT WAS LOW FOR NO REASON AT ALL, THE NEXT WEEK, TWO WEEKS AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, OIL LIGHT COMES ON. NO OIL IN THE ENGINE. PUT OIL IN AND WAS FINE FOR ABOUT AN HOUR UNTIL CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND I HAD TO PULL OF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO FIND OUT THAT I HAVE A BLOWN HEAD GASKET PLUS OTHER PROBLEMS CAUSED BY THIS THAT CAUSED MY MOTOR TO NO LONGER BE IN RUNNING ORDER. I STILL OWE $2000 ON MY CAR AND WAS TOLD TODAY BY NUMEROUS SPECIALISTS THAT THIS CAR WITH THE BLOWN HEAD GASKETS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM IN THESE CARS, AND FOR SOME REASON GM FAILS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS AND LETS THESE CARS REMAIN ON THE ROAD. YOU NEED TO DO SOMETHING. SO NOW I HAVE NO CAR WITH A BABY, AND A MAJOR PROBLEM. LIKE I SAID YOU NEED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-12-01
- VIN: 1G2NE55M5SC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS DETERIORATED, CAUSING FUEL AIR MIXTURE FUMES TO ENTER INTO THE CAB. *AK THE INTAKE MANIFOLD ALLOWED OIL AND ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK OUT OF THE ENGINE. AT CERTAIN POINTS OF ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION THE FUEL AIR MIXTURE WOULD EXPEL INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE ODOR HAD BECOME STRONGER. *SC *JB
1995 Pontiac Grand am recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1995 Pontiac Grand am.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE STARTER FAILS TO ENGAGE AND THE DRIVER HOLD THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, PRODUCING HEAT THAT CAN MELT SWITCH PARTS.
- Consequence: A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND SPREAD TO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT AND VERIFY THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION (ADEQUATE RESERVE CAPACITY, OR COLD CRANKING AMPS). THIS CAMPAIGN DOES NOT COVER BATTERY REPLACEMENT OR UNRELATED STARTING SYSTEM OR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIRS.
Negative 1995 Pontiac Grand am car reviews
Positive 1995 Pontiac Grand am car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with this car. I bought it with 93,000 miles on it and now it has 102,000 miles. My husband drives it 4 hours a day, 4 times a week, and so far, it's been great! The only issues we've had are a leaky valve cover and a blown fuse for the power locks, but they were both easy fixes. The air conditioner just needs to be charged. Overall, we're really happy with this car!
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I got my Grand Am as my first car. At first, I thought I would only have it until I could afford a truck. However, I quickly fell in love with the car. The 5-speed transmission makes me feel like I'm part of the car. Since I fell in love with my car, I have installed many sound systems in it, which led me to start my own business. I had the windows tinted and custom graphics put on, and I now work at a graphics shop. I also added rims and a few other little things, and it seems like a completely different car now. It went from just another Grand Am to a GranDAMN! I know it sounds cheesy, but it works.
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Congratulations on your recent purchase of a 95 Grand Am! It's great to hear that you've already taken it on two trips covering over 5k miles and that the car has been running wonderfully. Although there were some minor issues such as blown fuses and a short in the blinkers, it's good to know that you were able to overcome them. Overall, it sounds like you have a great car with wonderful seats!
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This car is perfect for any college student looking for a reliable vehicle. I have never had any issues with it!
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I love my Grand Am! I bought it brand new and drove it for eleven years without any issues. It has great gas mileage and I even gave it to my daughter this year when I bought a new car. I made sure to follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule, including changing the oil and replacing the tires at 75,000 miles. This car was built to last and has good acceleration for a four-cylinder engine.
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Problem with your 1995 Pontiac Grand Am? Our list of 27 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 1995 Pontiac Grand Am.
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Lindsey Batz 2024-11-21
I am a fan of GM cars. I purchased this car with 95,000 well-maintained miles. On the positive side, the engine started every time even in sub-zero weather. However, I have had to spend a lot on repairs. I have had to replace the A/C compressor due to a bad clutch, and now the evaporator leaks. The steering rack blew a seal, the intake manifold gasket had to be replaced, the heater core was replaced, 2 motor mounts were replaced, the exhaust system was fixed, the power window motor was replaced, and recently, the belt tensioner had to be replaced because the pulley froze. All these repairs were done within 15,000 miles and a year and a half. I have owned many GM vehicles and expect maintenance repairs, but I will not be buying or recommending another Grand Am.
Ethel Connelly 2024-10-25
I purchased this car used with a little over 80K miles on it. Unfortunately, I have experienced a number of issues since the week I got it. I have needed to take it to the shop for repairs at least every other month, and sometimes even every 3-4 weeks. I have had at least 4 different problems at various times that caused the engine to overheat. The transmission has also needed to be replaced, and now it requires a new head gasket along with some other issues. Thankfully, we had a used car warranty that covered the majority of the repairs, as the out of pocket repairs would have cost us double what the car is worth over the last 2 years. Additionally, the plastic inside the car rattles loudly when driving over 40 mph. Overall, my experience with this car has been less than ideal, and I will likely not be purchasing a Pontiac again.
Elvis Koss 2024-10-16
Not a bad car. It has 93000 miles and the only things that have been replaced are the alternator at about 80000 (seems like a common issue) and the wheel speed sensor at 37000 miles. Although the dash squeaks are annoying, they become hardly noticeable after driving for a while. The engine hasn't been touched, except for regular oil changes, and it runs like it's brand new.
D'angelo Kris 2024-06-20
The Quad 4 engine has presented several issues, including the need to replace the head gasket, heater core, oil pressure sensor, and ignition housing. Unfortunately, the head gasket has failed again. It is advisable not to exceed 85,000 miles. Despite these challenges, I am confident in my ability to address these issues and ensure the vehicle runs smoothly.
Gerard Wiza 2024-04-21
Hi, I bought my 95 Grand Am back in 97, with 15,000 miles and was very pleased with the style of the car and the gas mileage. I routinely got 34mpg on the highway. The only thing that was bad about the car was the engine. I replaced the head gasket 2 times and after the 3rd I decided it was "3 strikes You're OUT" and junked it at 150,000 miles in July of 94. The body still looked like new, and everything else was in great mechanical shape. The first time the headgasket went it was under warranty, but #2 cost me $1,000 and I was told #3 was going to be more.