2003 Pontiac Grand AM Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 65about this part
- Share
- 20%of 325 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 81,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 65 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2003 Pontiac Grand AM, 20% of the 325 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,000 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My car has had a clicking noise ongoing for a few months now. It seems to be stemming from behind the hazard light button in the center of the car. Today the car started smoking behind the steering column on the inside of the car. Why isn't there a recall? I've read so many complains similar to mine. What could have happened if it caught on fire earlier today? Please do something.”
NHTSA complaint #10266674, filed 2009-04, 101,000 miles“The turn signals intermittently work. Gm is aware of the problem. There are 2 other recalls for the same issue, but for different years. 2000-2001 Grand Am, oldsmobile alero, chevrolet malibu (NHTSA campaign id number 03v327000) and 1999-2000 Grand Am, oldsmobile alero, chevrolet malibu. I have called Pontiac, however they were unable to assist me with this issue. This is a very serious problem that could result in a crash.”
NHTSA complaint #10423713, filed 2011-09, 103,000 miles“The lamps on my gt Grand Am aren't right do to the low beams being brighter than the high beems. And water is in the lamp. And my car will not start and I called and told you all of this. And I worked on it some and moved some wires and it stared to work once again. And now down again.it will not do a thing but light up the dash. So I replaced the keystarter and it still doesn't do anything. …”
NHTSA complaint #10279056, filed 2009-08, 85,826 miles“I have this annoying clicking sound which I thought was my turn signal. However, this noise continues even when my turn signal is off. I tried changing the hazard switch, but the noise continues. It happens several times a day while I'm driving and sometimes it clicks faster and longer then other times. I've also noticed small traces of smoke rise from my steering column while the click is happening.”
NHTSA complaint #10234302, filed 2008-07, 78,000 miles“Since february of 2015, I have had a constant battle with my turn signal on passenger side of my car hindering my ability to signal properly and renewing my state inspection each year. Have spend large amounts of money attempting to fix this only to realize this is widespread and very common issue with my type and year vehicle. Gm is aware of this dealer safety malfunction but is only recalled certain VIN numbers as to fix as few as possible. Not having turn signals has nearly caused me to be involved in several accidents. Please help me and tell me what I can do. …”
NHTSA complaint #10958673, filed 2017-03, 87,000 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 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
134 complaintsVehicle speed control
35 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsAir bags
20 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsEngine
17 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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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