1994 Pontiac Grand AM Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 4%of 377 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 150,210miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the suspension of the 1994 Pontiac Grand AM, 4% of the 377 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 150,210 miles. 1 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.
“While driving a loud clicking noise from the front end was produced. Dealer stated the control arm and the stabilizer bar bushings needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10117373, filed 2005-04, 150,210 miles“Problems with brakes, exhaust, tires, shocks, and suspension on 1994 Pontiac Grand Am. The consumer requested assistance with the repairs needed. The vehicle also needed a compressor.”
NHTSA complaint #10075859, filed 2004-06“Vehicle experiences a squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel, indicating a failure in the power steering which may cause a crash. Also, problems with passenger's door latch which won't open from the inside/high beam in the headlights is inoperative/struts malfunctioned too early, and when applying gas pedal, vehicle hesitates which may cause a crash. Dealer cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #838921, filed 1999-06“Front stabilizer bar connecting bar rusted on both sides subsequently disconnecting the stabilizer bar from the suspension. A pin in the tilt steering wheel came loose subsequently resulting in the steering wheel to become very loose.”
NHTSA complaint #716727, filed 2000-01“While vehicle was being serviced for ignition mechanic noticed that part holding right lower control arm has rusted through, and will need to have it replaced. Please provide any additional information/attachments.”
NHTSA complaint #886660, filed 2001-04Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 7 | 2% |
| 2003 | 9 | 3% |
| 2002 | 10 | 3% |
| 2001 | 16 | 3% |
| 2000 | 34 | 5% |
| 1999 | 107 | 13% |
| 1998 | 14 | 8% |
| 1997 | 26 | 7% |
| 1996 | 30 | 7% |
| 1995 | 12 | 3% |
| 1994 | 15 | 4% |
| 1993 | 4 | 2% |
| 1992 | 8 | 5% |
| 1991 | 3 | 4% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1994 Pontiac Grand AM
73 complaintsElectrical system
71 complaintsBrakes
65 complaintsSteering
56 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsExterior lighting
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
21 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsSeats
12 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 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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