1997 Pontiac Grand AM brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 85 complaints for the 1997 Pontiac Grand AM, 14% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 85 14% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 108,000 miles 10 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 3 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 4 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 0 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 1 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 3 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 10 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 108,000 miles, and 20% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
What owners wrote
Tapped brakes to slow down and ABS brakes locked up. Vehicle went over an embankment & rolled over. Vehicle declared totaled. Prior to accident, vehicle was in repair shop twice for brake failure. State trooper & independent mechanic indicated brakes were locked up after accident. Emergency room treatment.
1) front ABS began to pulsate as if the vehicle were in a skid however this happened during normal driving and braking when attempting to stop. 2) ABS wiring harness was faulty due to wear and tear from turning the wheel 3) had to replace both front right and left ABS wiring harnesses this braking system is faulty and can lead to serious braking issues.
Other problems reported for the 1997 Pontiac Grand AM
- Electrical system 123 complaints
- Engine 71 complaints
- Air bags 41 complaints
- Cruise control 37 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 36 complaints
- Suspension 28 complaints
- Steering 22 complaints
- Fuel system 21 complaints