1985 Pontiac GRAND AM Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your GRAND AM Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1985 GRAND AM take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Pontiac to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
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Recent 1985 GRAND AM Recalls

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1985 PONTIAC GRAND AM

    • Recall Announced MAY 19 2006
    • NHTSA Reference #06E043000
    • Number Affected 88,303

    Summary: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name P/N G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the O-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

    Consequence: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

    Fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E043000 »

  • STRUCTURE Recall for 1985 PONTIAC GRAND AM

    • Recall Announced AUGUST 10 1987
    • NHTSA Reference #87V124000
    • Number Affected 261,171

    Summary: Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.

    Consequence: Cracks would increase leading to difficulty in closingthe door and might allow door to come open during a crash, increasinglikelihood of injury to occupants.

    Fix: Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V124000 »

  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS Recall for 1985 PONTIAC GRAND AM

    • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 21 1986
    • NHTSA Reference #86V030000
    • Number Affected 135,623

    Summary: The throttle return spring assembly may fail preventing the throttle from returning to the closed (idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released. Consequence of defect: Engine speed may not decrease and loss of accelerator control could result in an accident without prior warning.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Replace throttle return spring.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V030000 »

  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING Recall for 1985 PONTIAC GRAND AM

    • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 20 1984
    • NHTSA Reference #84V146000
    • Number Affected 973

    Summary: The switch used may not be compatible with the wiper motor. This system, although functional, is not in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 104, "Windshield Wiping And Washing System". the windshield wiper speed may remain nearly constant whether in high or low speed mode. The standard requires that the difference between high and low speed must be at least 15 cycles per minute to accomodate a variety of rain, snow, or wheel spray conditions.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Wiper switches will be replaced if necessary, without charge.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #84V146000 »

  • STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY Recall for 1985 PONTIAC GRAND AM

    • Recall Announced OCTOBER 10 1984
    • NHTSA Reference #84V124000
    • Number Affected 10,359

    Summary: The tie rods are part of the steering linkage and transmit turning movements to the wheels. The bolts that fasten the tie rods to their adjusters may not be tight enough. This could allow the tie rod to loosen and detach itself from the adjuster.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: The tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #84V124000 »

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