1992 Pontiac Grand AM Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 10%of 168 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM, 10% of the 168 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have rebuilted my transmission for the second (2) time (each time costing over $1200.00). Something must be wrong how they engineered the transmission. I always change my transmission fluid every 20,000-30,000. I do not drag race with my vehicle or mistreat my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #735064, filed 2000-10“On march of 1999, the first problem with my vehicle occured. The car was sitting in the driveway, no key in the ignition, and it began to try to start by itself. I was shocked to see this, and by the time it finished, my battery was drained and I had to purchase a new battery. The second time I had an ignition problem was in november of 2000 when my car wouldn't start unless it was placed in neutral gear. I had the ignition switch replaced, and six weeks later, the same incident happened with trying to start the car. …”
NHTSA complaint #742917, filed 2001-03“On 12/17/1998, the front axle of my 1992 Pontiac Grand Am broke. Fortunately, I had just pulled into the highway when it happened and was not going over 5 MPH. The traffic on this four-lane road was heavy, and I was very concerned that the car might be hit and cause an accident before it could be towed. I did not hit a pothole or any object in the road. There was no warning. If I had been going any faster, it would have likely been a fatal accident. This is not normal wear & tear, and we feel it was a defect in the car.”
NHTSA complaint #701882, filed 1999-01“When purchased vehicle transmission did not shift right. At stop sign it would die. The transmission was not disengaging. Specialist at nappa auto stated a solenoid in transmission failed. Needed a modification kit to remedy. Dealer contacted and has not returned call to remedy problem. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #832828, filed 1998-12“Pontiac prides itself on driving excitement, it should actually be that it is a driving nightmare. This car has had so many problems. This is the list of current and past problems which includes: the trunk leaks/ incorrect speedometer that caused two speeding tickets/driver's floor and under the front right seat are always wet. Also,replaced battery twice/alternator/starter/ radiator and all hoses after a sudden explosion. In addition, thermostat had been replaced at least 4 times and mass air flow sensor once. …”
NHTSA complaint #704874, filed 1999-03Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 11 | 4% |
| 2003 | 6 | 2% |
| 2002 | 13 | 3% |
| 2001 | 12 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 3% |
| 1999 | 32 | 4% |
| 1998 | 13 | 8% |
| 1997 | 22 | 6% |
| 1996 | 33 | 7% |
| 1995 | 33 | 8% |
| 1994 | 22 | 6% |
| 1993 | 19 | 9% |
| 1992 | 16 | 10% |
| 1991 | 5 | 6% |
| 1990 | 7 | 18% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
| 1987 | 3 | 11% |
| 1986 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM
62 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsEquipment
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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