2002 Pontiac Grand AM Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 97about this part
- Share
- 25%of 395 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 79,157miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 97 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2002 Pontiac Grand AM, 25% of the 395 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,157 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am and lately the turn signal and hazard lights work whenever they want. I just started experiencing this problem. I researched this website to see that there was a recall back on the problem but it has since closed. I was wanting to know if I can get any assistance with this problem. I you can help please let me know.”
NHTSA complaint #10616460, filed 2014-07, 134,000 miles“There are a number of problems: but right now I can turn the ignition and the car will give the sound of starting up but will not. I had the following items checked: fuel pump operation: pressures are good injector pulse - engine has spark body control module: b2965 - key ignition fault recommended to see dealer for possible recall and or ignition diagnose.”
NHTSA complaint #10626567, filed 2014-08, 87,202 miles“2002 Pontiac Grand Am. Frequent engagement of the turn signal relay from simply moving the steering wheel. We received a recall notice related to the turn signal, but Pontiac has no record of our car qualifying for the recall. Multi function switch replaced. Total cost of repair $360. Research on the internet indicated several of these issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10165125, filed 2006-08, 44,000 miles“I have been having major issues with the turn signals, I cant get the turn signals or emergency flasher to work half the time, I called GM and they said there was no recalls. Not sure what's up but this needs fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10532953, filed 2013-07, 114,000 miles“I took my car to marc miller Pontiac to have the turn signals fixed. The emergency flasher on the dash kept clicking and the turn signals would work periodically. The turn signals finally went out. The incident I am referring to is GM service bulletin 04098a. I can't understand if this applies to my 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. I was charged for this a total of $314.17 and am not sure if it was a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10235800, filed 2008-07, 80,817 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 12 | 12% |
| 2004 | 53 | 18% |
| 2003 | 65 | 20% |
| 2002 | 97 | 25% |
| 2001 | 98 | 18% |
| 2000 | 157 | 23% |
| 1999 | 68 | 8% |
| 1998 | 2 | 1% |
| 1997 | 12 | 3% |
| 1996 | 20 | 4% |
| 1995 | 31 | 8% |
| 1994 | 23 | 6% |
| 1993 | 4 | 2% |
| 1992 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
148 complaintsEngine cooling
54 complaintsBrakes
40 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
23 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsTires
12 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsEquipment
11 complaintsSuspension
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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