1986 Pontiac Grand AM Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1986 Pontiac Grand AM has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (4 reports).

1Recalls
11Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Grand AM?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Pontiac Grand AM recalls

Structure

Recall 87V124Aug 10, 1987261,171 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Pontiac Grand AM problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering4
Electrical System2
Seat Belts2
Structure2
Interior Lighting2
Power Train1

What owners report

1997-12-23, Structure
WATER COLLECTION UNDER PLASTIC BODY MOLDINGS IS CAUSING BODY PANEL TO RUST.
1997-12-04, Interior Lighting
DASH LIGHTS GO OUT WHEN HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. *AK
1997-03-25, Interior Lighting
DASHBOARD LIGHTS INOPERATIVE.
1996-12-30, Electrical System
UNDER THE HOOD COMPARTMENT FIRE, DRIVING THE VEHICLE SMELLED FUEL FUMES AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE , VEHICLE COMPLETELY BURNED, WILL PROVIDE FIRE REPORT. *AK
1996-06-28, Structure
VEHICLE HIT A BUMP ON THE ROAD RESULTING IN VEHICLE EXPLOSION. *SD

1986 Pontiac Grand AM questions

Does the 1986 Pontiac Grand AM have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Pontiac Grand AM: Structure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Pontiac Grand AM?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (4), Electrical System (2), Seat Belts (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Pontiac Grand AM has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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