Paint peeling on front bumper in first month.
Ignition cylinder was replaced due to key hanging up in ignition.
Check engine light came on, dealer found that the O2 sensor was faulty and replaced it.
Stereo replaced because it was not automatically cutting off when opening the door.
Water leaks into front door panels causing strong mildew odor when windows are down, also can hear something scratching windows when rolling them down, dealer replaced lower window trim.
In July 2004, the Maxi fuse was blown by an ignition wire pinched in an assembly and shorting out.
Last week (August 2004) the manual gear shift and linkage had to be replaced due to inability to shift into reverse.
Today (September 2004) the check engine light has once again reared it's ugly head.
The Grand Am is stylish, handles great on the back country roads, rides great over not so great roadways.
The cockpit feels like it was built just for me, a short person.
Controls are well within reach.
Purchased a 2002 Grand Am SE in 2003. In 5 years I have had the coil pack repaired, the ignition switch repaired three times, the ignition module replaced, the fuel pump and filter, the spark plugs (due to the coil pack going out), in addition to normal wear and tear such as batteries, headlights, brakes and tires. I have had this car towed more than any car I've ever known. I'm a "frequent tower" at the local tow shop. Thankfully, I purchased an extended warranty that has been amazing, but it runs out in 10,000 miles so I'm getting rid of the car. I think my warranty has covered around $3000-$4000 of repairs. I love the way it drives and handles (when it runs) and I love the looks of it, but it has been a headache since day 1. Has anyone else had this many problems?
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