: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the engine's high performance additive caused corrosion to the aluminum cylinder head. The cylinder head was replaced which corrected the problem. Updated 3/28/2006 - the water pump failed. The battery and brakes failed. The coolant light illuminated. The dealer determined that the antifreeze had congealed and needed to be flushed and replaced. The driver side headlight went out. The driver side window regulator broke.

- Brimley, MI, USA

The problem began on 6/14/05 when all lights came on and all guages went to zero, the power door locks and windows failed as well. The vehicle had no brakes, it coasted to a stop, and shut down, owner was locked in vehicle. The alternator and belt were replaced, owner got in back seat because air bag light came on. Tow truck driver tried to restart the vehicle but it had a completely dead battery. Owner was able to get out finally when they were trying to restart the battery. She grabbed the handle and was able to get out. Vehicle was towed to an impound lot, and the alternator was changed at tow place by a mechanic. It was 90 + degrees outside and no fresh air was coming in the vehicle.

- Queenstown, MD, USA

Complete loss of power while driving - replaced battery/alternator- problem is in wiring"?" fyi.....3rd alternator put in car since purchased.

- Douglasville, GA, USA

Have replaced the entire intake manifold on this car three times. 1999 Grand Am, purchased new, has less than 60,000 miles on it. In addition, have replaced power steering twice and brakes numerous times. Replaced alternator, serpentine belt, battery, starter on ignition, molding due to leaks, wiring on dash, air conditioning resistors/circuits, and headlights/taillights.

- Ashburn, VA, USA

I have had to have the following repaired: The fan replaced 2 times, the brakes repaired 4 times, the radio replaced once, the water pump replaced once and the battery replaced twice. I am also having problems with the transmission it has been slipping. The intake gasket needs to replaced because antifreeze is leaking out and one of the lifters is knocking. Most of these problems started at about 30,000 miles and gradually there was just one problem after another. I took it in to the dealership for the tranmission at about 32,000 miles and since the dealership couldn't get it to slip they wouldn't do anything about it. The brakes started having problems at 40,000 miles. I called GM to complain about the car and GM told me there was nothing they could do because it was out of warranty. If it was still under warranty they would replaced the rotors because the rotors were to thin when the car was manufactured. I wonder why no recall was sent out on this. The brakes are an important part of a car. The battery, radio and fan were replaced at about 30,000 also. Then the fan was replaced again at about 70,000. The intake started giving me problems that about 90,000. The second battery was installed at about 95,000. The lifter started having problems at about 110,000. The transmission has slipped ever since I got the car.

- Nephi, UT, USA

Leaking power steering return hose, low oil levels between oil changes, unable to find problem first time, car to go back in shop 10-22-02, driver side power window inoperable and scratched since purchase, rewired remote starter, pulsating brakes, replaced pad, rotors, positive battery terminal broken, replaced battery, radio led inoperable, replaced radio assembly, wheel speed sensor R/F wheel incorrect signal, replaced R/F hub and bearing assembly, knocking and car shaking at stops and loss of power, lack of fuel cylinder #4, replaced injector, replaced machine cylinder head, replaced upper strut mounts, 6-10-02 inspect for oil loss down 2 1/2 quarts, nothing found. Oil change completed at 34304 and at 37160 oil loss to 3 quarts, car to be brought back to dealer 10-22-02. Air conditioner has pc leak in hose, hose needs to be replaced and freon added.

- Cromwell, CT, USA

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (tiresize: P225/50R16)

- Orange, TX, USA

When turning steering wheel back and forth, noise was heard, more noticeable when turning to the right. Consumer returned to dealership in July 2000 because noise was still present when dealership originally said there was nothing wrong with steering. A private mechanic stated that "thump" could be emitted from rack and pinion steering system. Please provide any additional information/attachments. There is a 3 to 6 second deoay in the transmission when engaging from reverse to drive, sometimes slippage occurs momentarily after the car engages into drive, battery leaks console latch failed. Nlm

- White Plains, NY, USA

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

The battery failed.

- Thibodaux, LA, USA

Mechanic notice that upon impact to the right front, whether it is small or large impact, the battery tray either breaks off or the battery slides off of the tray causing severe acid damage to the ABS unit, radiator fan shroud assy, transmission, wiring, exhaust heat shield, manifold and intake. Nlm

- Washington, DC, USA

Acid leaked from the battery which caused vehicle not to start. Vehicle was parked for about week before this problem was discovered. Vehicle will be towed to the dealership for repair(s). Problem has since been corrected.

- Fresno, CA, USA

Mechanic notice that upon impact to the right front, whether it is small or large impact, the battery tray either breaks off or the battery slides off of the tray causing severe acid damage to the ABS unit, radiator fan shroud assy, transmission, wiring, exhaust heat shield, manifold and intake. Nlm

- Washington, DC, USA

Mechanic notice that upon impact to the right front, whether it is small or large impact, the battery tray either breaks off or the battery slides off of the tray causing severe acid damage to the ABS unit, radiator fan shroud assy, transmission, wiring, exhaust heat shield, manifold and intake. Nlm

- Washington, DC, USA