NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Disc Problems

1999 Pontiac Grand Am (Page 3 of 3)

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9.9

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
189 miles

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am brakes problems

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am Owner Comments (Page 3 of 3)

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problem #13

Apr 011998

Grand Am

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Front end pulls to the left when when passing, front in shakes at times, dealer replaced brakes, ABS system, tires, wheels, did alinements and told us that it is normal for this car to pull to the left when passing. We told them that when this happens, we feel that it could cause the driver to lose control and go into on coming traffic. They said they have done everything possible and we are still having problems with the front end. Currently the brakes started making noise when we turn the car to the left. The dealer says we will have to pay for this problem since our warrenty has expired. We feel that there is a major problem with the design of the front end system including the ABS brake system, the low traction system and front end suspension. We are currently looking for options to deal with this very hazzardly problem. Thank you.

- Lodi, WI, USA

problem #12

Jun 252000

Grand Am

  • miles
Brakes have been vibrating since 16K miles. Antilock system failed causing brakes to lock. Notified local dealer, was told about tsb issued by GM, brakes and rotors for replacement on backorder until 08/2000.

- Boothwyn, PA, USA

problem #11

Jun 192000

Grand Am

  • miles
While driving consumer stepped on brake pedal and vehicle started vibrating without a warning. Also, vehicle bounced from side to side.

- Columbia, SC, USA

problem #10

Aug 011998

Grand Am

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Excessive wear of rotors and brake pads. Replacement were made every six months. Vehicle has been in / out of dealer shop on several occasions, and problem was still unresolved. Provide further details.

- Stevenson, AL, USA

problem #9

Jan 012000

Grand Am

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Somerville, NJ, USA

problem #8

May 262000

Grand Am

  • miles
While driving about 55 mph could feel brake pedal pulsating. Also, could feel vehicle vibrating.

- Sorks, WA, USA

problem #7

Feb 061999

Grand Am

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Three failures (at 17,741; 27,336; and 38,974 miles) with warped front disc brake rotors. GM now says that failure is due to improper driving habits or improperly torqued lug nuts. The lug nuts were not removed since the last failure. GM will not say what type of driving habits causes rotor failures. Car develops a severe "shimmy" when applying brakes at high speeds.

- Rock Hill, SC, USA

problem #6

Feb 061999

Grand Am

  • miles
Three failures (at 17,741; 27,336; and 38,974 miles) with warped front disc brake rotors. GM now says that failure is due to improper driving habits or improperly torqued lug nuts. The lug nuts were not removed since the last failure. GM will not say what type of driving habits causes rotor failures. Car develops a severe "shimmy" when applying brakes at high speeds.

- Rock Hill, SC, USA

problem #5

Aug 021998

Grand Am

  • miles
When driving at any speed and applying the brake's pedal is soft, and it feels like consumer is pumping the brakes, entire vehicle shakes.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #4

Apr 161999

Grand Am

  • miles
So far there were 3 incidents where front (drive side) brake get frizzing/tight while making a turn at less than 25 mph. You can hear squeezing sound....while making turn & using brake padel together....I reported first incident of freezing brake to dealer in April 99 ( it was cold day..40F).few days ago same thing happened....I have not reported last incident to dealer....on first incident they there is nothing wrong...or they can not dulicate my problem. I need help from you. Thank you.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #3

Sep 011999

Grand Am

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When going down a hill at any speed and applying the brakes, , the brakes shake uncontrollably. Brake pads and rotors have been replaced. Vehicle has been to the repairshop twice, and the dealer can't determine the cause 0F the problem.

- Grand Junction, CO, USA

problem #2

Jul 301999

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles
Front brake pads and rotors prematurely wear every 3,000 miles, cause unknown.

- Aledo, IL, USA

problem #1

Oct 191998

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles
Within 8,000 miles the front and rear brake pads and rotors have been replaced on two occasions, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem.

- Chicago, IL, USA

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