2002 Pontiac Firebird Problems, complaints & recalls

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac firebird. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, there was a burning odor emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking from the valve cover gasket. As a result, the technician informed the contact that the oil pan gasket and the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 1/12/16 *cn the consumer stated with the oil leaking, it was coming in contact with the exhaust manifold. Updated 02/04/16.*Jb

The security light comes on and stays on ,sometimes car will not start and sometimes dies while driving and loses power at any giving time. The key that has a the sensor does not read or give the correct resistance to the vats security system and the security system shuts the car off. I believe it has something to do with the key resistance and the ignition in which it goes into. Something electrical is not reading or making contact messing up all the security in the car. *Tr

Engine oil leak problem since august. I have had car checked on two (2) occasions by my mechanic. He stated it could need a new oil pan or the rear main seal. The car only has 50,000 miles on it and has been very well maintained. I am the original owner and not too happy that I am facing costly engine repairs for this well cared for car. *Tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 pontiac firebird. The contact stated that all four of the chrome alloy rims on the vehicle exhibit cracks. The rims were previously replaced per the warranty; however, since there was a memo indicating that they could not be repaired but replaced. Pontiac has been very uncooperative and refused to comply. The dealer took pictures of the rims and determined that it was a cosmetic issue and not a safety issue. The brand, manufacturer and any related rim information was not available. The current mileage is 85000. The failure mileage was 42,926. Updated 6/21/10 *cn updated 06/24/10.*Jb

Driver's side door. Outer skin completely detached from door. Lower hinge is defective. Owned vehicle since new, was a recall related to hinge, but never notified of any recall regarding my vehicle. Actually glued skin back to door to repair. *Tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 pontiac firebird. The contact noticed that the chrome rims exhibited corrosion and rust on the inside surface. In addition, the spokes were severely cracked. There were no warnings prior to the failures. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they found rust and corrosion on all four rims. The rims have not been replaced at this time. The failure mileage was 42,000 and current mileage was 75,000. Updated 05/27/09 *bf updated 06/02/09.*Jb

Chrome plating peeling from wheels,corrosion causing tires to loose air and go flat. Loss of air pressure causes handling problems--constant problem-situation has been repeated several times. Cleaning corrosion form wheel (which pontiac dealer has done) corrects problem for short period of time. *Tr

I have numerous problems with the cooling system with this 2002 grand am. First thermostat went. Had thermostat replaced -- car continued to run hot , losing power and shut off.... Have replaced water pump, hoses, and intake valve and problem still existed with car losing pressure and running hot. Also had head gaskets replaced because of this problem.... This car has stopped on me 4 times on the highway.... In checking out other complaints there seems to be problem with the cooling system.... What can I do to have this car repaired -- can a recall be issued.... Professionals are at a loss as to what the problem is???? *Tr

I was driving on a busy highway when my fan speeds stopped in a down pour causing my windshield to fog up rapidly & I couldn't see where I was driving almost causing an accident. *Tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 pontiac grand am se. The contact stated that her turn signal was working intermittently and displayed nothing on the dashboard. While attempting to make a turn at 5 mph, the turn signal failed to activate. This failure has occurred at least four times and the turn signals were replaced last fall. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 113,000 and failure mileage was 99,000.

2002 Pontiac grand am gt would not start due to faulty ignition switch (which was already replaced a few years ago by my gm pontiac dealer because of the same problem). New ignition switch must be bought to replace the defective one.

While driving the engine stopped running. The timing chain and gear(s) broke as well as valve train damage. The car only has 41,000 miles but is out of warranty. Gm takes no responsibility.

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph on normal road conditions, the brakes made a consistent vibration when applied and extended stopping distance occurred with no prior warnings, under normal braking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who cleaned the brake pads and rotated the rotors. The vehicle problems persisted, but no further repairs were made.

Without any prior issues one day the gm anti-theft system failed on our car, resulting in our inability to start the car. Mother and 9 month old child were stranded because of this situation. To fix the issue, the dealership originally quoted us around $250.00. After they had our car, the tune changed and now they have charged us $860.00. *Ak

I'm the owner of a 2002 grand am se. I heard about the govt investigating signal malfunctions and I wanted to file a complaint. My car continues to make this annoying turn signal clicking sound on it's own. I cant do anything to stop it. Sometimes it does it and sometimes it does not. Please help. If you need any more information, please contact me as soon as possible. I believe this is a defect because I bought this car with only 37,000 miles on it. *Nm

2002 Pontiac firebird was involved in a collision while driving at 55 mph and the air bags deployed. *Mr

Consumer complaint regarding gm corp placing electronic recording devices in vehicles without informing the customer.*Mr *nm

Headlight assembly did not activate when light switch was turned on. Lamps lite but the assembly did not rise into position.

2002 Pontiac grand am;turn signal constantly clicking (behind dash, by hazard button) after turn signal is in the off position. Very annoying. Sounds like same problem as recalls to 2000 and 2001 grand am's. Had diagnostic check and was told it was the hazard/warning switch (which they could change out for approx $260.00).

I have complaint on the failure of my air conditioner. The air conditioner went out just shortly after the warranty expired due to the mileage on the vehicle. I have a 2002 pontiac montana and I believe the air conditioner should not go out in 2 years and of course it goes out shortly after the warranty runs out on it. I also have a 1990 chevy silvarado with 141 some thousand miles on it and the air conditioner just went out on it. That goes to tell you that gm isn't making their products like they used to they...

I have had multiple electrical issues with the vehicle with the keyless entry and theft deterent key chip system malfunctioning and the radio face display not working at all unless I turn the radio off and on until it work sometime 5 or 6 times. The vehicle when it was brand new had a noise coming from the 6speed manual transmission in third and fourth gear now the vehicle has 17000 miles and it is much worse with some difficulty shifting on accasion. The differential has a whining noise at 50-60 mph at cruising...

I purchased the 2002 pontiac collectors edition firebird as my first new car. I regret to say that I am very disappointed in the performance and construction of this vehicle. My first complaint is a severe vibration throughout the vehicle when driving over 55 mph or after it warms up. This vibration is felt through the shifter as well as being apparent when you stand behind the vehicle near the exhaust while it is running. I have been informed from two seperate dealerships that they acknowledge the problem but...

I have had numerous problems with my firebird which I bought less than a year ago brand new from the dealer. I don not have the exact dates and mileage of the problems at hand. In short the following have been reported to the purchasing dealer and/or repaired: roters(brakes) 2x, antena 3 or 4x, open circuit(remote keyless entry-trunk/windows/doors and alarm)1 or2x, cd/stereo still isn't repaired and unsure of problem, suspension off, left blinker malfunctioning, misc. Fuses continuously blown, power steering column leak .....I think thats it! That's enough though.

Problems with electrical system, clutch, pistons, dash fan and rear right molding. *Mr the vehicle developed a crack in the cylinder head. Saturn repaired the part but would not reimburse the consumer for repair cost due to the vehicle exceeding the warranty. At the time of the repair the vehicle had 96k plus miles. The vehicle also experienced the following: engine knocking/loss of power (8 pistons were replaced), after engine problem/repair, engine oil consumption occurred (one quart every 1300 hundred...

Consumer would put key inside ignition and headlights would come on. However, vehicle would not start. Consumer stated that ignition wires were worn/weak. The dealership has been contacted.*Ak this problem occurred about 4-5 times. A few times the ignition was turned on with a little manipulation of the key. But the last 2 times the temperature was in the 90's and the vehicle could not be started at all. The consumer believes this failure is a safety concern. *Ts *nlm