1996 Pontiac Grand AM brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 73 complaints for the 1996 Pontiac Grand AM, 11% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 73 11% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 9 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 8 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 9 crashes, 8 injuries.
What owners wrote
Brakes did not grip properly when trying to slow down for a turn. This resulted in an accident. The rotors were resurfaced 3500 miles previously and had to be replaced prior to this accident (2 days). The brakes (front) had to be relined and were at a rating of 7b 3500 miles previously. This appears to be both a faulty installation and manufacturers problem.
While driving and turning to the left there was no steering. Also, brake failed, and vehicle intermittently stalled.
Other problems reported for the 1996 Pontiac Grand AM
- Electrical system 144 complaints
- Air bags 108 complaints
- Engine 64 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 41 complaints
- Suspension 32 complaints
- Lighting 26 complaints
- Body & structure 26 complaints
- Fuel system 25 complaints