NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components Problems

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am brakes problems

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am Owner Comments

problem #13

Jan 312003

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles

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

The consumer was sold a vehicle with only a third of its brakes. The consumer requests that the dealer inspects and remedy the brake problem free of charge. (an alt number for the consumer is 941-720-1662) scc

- Palmetto, FL, USA

problem #12

Jun 022002

Grand Am

  • miles
Consumer states that when coming to a stop the brakes will skip and grab before stopping. The low trac light has illuminated also.

- Hammond, IN, USA

problem #11

May 012002

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • miles
Many break problems pads wear out very quickly.

- Newaygo, MI, USA

problem #10

Dec 012001

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

When driving and applying brake pedal, a popping noise came from the brakes. Consumer has contacted dealer. Consumer stated that when brakes are compressed at stoplights and stop signs it causes a surge in the steering wheel.

- South Bend, IN, USA

problem #9

Dec 032001

Grand Am

  • miles
While traveling at 5 mph consumer pressed the brakes and they locked up, causing consumer to rear end another driver.

- Port Huron, MI, USA

problem #8

Apr 022001

(reported on)

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Premature wear of brake rotors and pads. Dealer has replaced pads four times and rotors twice.

- Marion, IL, USA

problem #7

May 131999

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

While driving at 65mph on freeway vehicle stalled. Finally restarted. Took it to dealership. Mechanic replaced PCM. Drove from Florida to California, made a stop in Arizona due to brake rotors warping. Replaced and adjusted rotors and brakes. While driving in California, vehicle stalled again. Failed to restart after being parked. Battery replaced after being towed to dealership. Key refused to be released from ignition. Air conditioner motor fan replaced. Shifter cable was replaced. Right turn signal lamp replaced. Oil light comes on before the 3000 mile scheduled oil change, dealer failed to set computer button, consumer feels this might have had to do with vehicle stalling and not starting.

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #6

Apr 062000

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The rear brakes needed an adjustment, the brakes were making a thumping noise, later there was a noise in the front end and the dealer found it to be the front brake pads.

- Thibodaux, LA, USA

problem #5

Nov 032000

Grand Am

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle had experienced severe vibration when appling brakes. Technician replaced front pads and rotors under warranty. After repair, brake pads still grind on rotors, consumer states that there are numerous complaints and service bulletins regarding the brake problems with this vehicle.

- Westbury, NY, USA

problem #4

Sep 112000

Grand Am

  • miles
Front passenger side brakes were worn down to the metal but the drivers side looked brand new. Nlm

- Del City, OK, USA

problem #3

Sep 301999

Grand Am

  • miles

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

Brakes making noise and are experincing excessive wear. Nlm

- Georgetown, CA, USA

problem #2

Mar 011999

Grand Am

  • miles
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem.

- St Peters, MO, USA

problem #1

Jul 011999

Grand Am

  • miles
The braking system malfunction causing extended stopping distance which may result a crash. Dealer replaced the braking pads and rotors 2xs. Please provide further information and VIN#. mjs

- Maryville, TN, USA

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