2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE 1 2.2 from North America
Summary:
At a loss as to what to say, other than my anger towards GM not standing by their products
Faults:
Had to replace the BCM module due to the passlock issue. I too had problems with my car not starting; the reset thing worked for a while, but if you don't already know, that won't work forever; after a while, the reset won't work.
They know there is a problem with the passlock system, because they tell you how to reset it in the book that comes with the car. They don't tell you that this will only work so many times. Eventually the passlock will completely shout you out.
I complained to GM Canada. They lead me to believe that they would help me out with the repair. What a joke that was on me. $226 toll bill and a $636.43 repair bill. GM help was $0.00. They offered me a free tire rotation; guess where I told them to put that too!!!
Never again will I ever own anything built by GM.
General Comments:
Loved the car, but this whole passlock thing and how they mislead me, turned me totally against GM.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 10th February, 2011
9th Feb 2011, 09:41
I love Grand Ams. In my experience they are good cars or else I wouldn't have bought my 3rd. My ex still drives and pays for my second Grand Am. The first one was traded in by the same ex for some dumb reason. None of them just died. My best friend has owned 2 and loves her 2003 SE.
I do also know that electronic issues can be created by improper installation of an aftermarket radio. The stock stereo is tied into the same power line as the entire car, including transmission and engine sensors. Most GMs in the same year ranges have this standard electrical systems.
Any car on the market has the need for minor repairs at some time. The good thing about the Grand Am is that parts are easy to obtain and cheap compared to other vehicles.