I bought the car, used, in Feb. 2002. Since that time the clearcoat has began chipping off, leaving the paint exposed to the elements, specifically around the doors. In July the driver's side window regulator broke. On Sept. 5th the passenger side window regulator broke. In August the driver's side mirror was caught against my plastic mailbox and snapped in half. I am aware that I am responsible for that mirror, however I tell you this because I feel the mirror should have withstood the plastic mailbox door, which is still intact. Along with that, the passenger side mirrot broke off simply by being brushed as my husband walked by the car. All of these issues seem to be a concern to many Grand Am owners. I have researched and found many other similar complaints. Pontiac refuses to cover any of the costs because I bought the car used, have not taken it to a GM dealer for service (with the exception of oil change it has not needed service), because I did not buy an extended warranty package, and because the mileage is more than they feel responsible for. The car is barely 5 years old. These things should not be falling apart this soon in a car's life, regardless of first or second ownership.

- Nashville, TN, USA

When the buttons are pushed to lower the windows a clicking sound is heard. The switch would then cease to operate the windows. Upon taking the vehicle to the dealership consumer was informed that the regulator needed replacement. The regulator had been replaced several times.

- Casselberry, FL, USA

Front driver's side window regulator needs replacement along with a new window. Same thing happened to the front passenger side window in June 2003. According to my mechanic of 24 years this is a common problem he has encountered with this car.

- Lombard, IL, USA

Power windows on the driver side and passenger side broke.

- Springfield, OH, USA

Both driver and passenger windows have fallen into the door. I have seen so many people have had the same problem... does the manufacturer not see this a on going problem and fix it right or recall it so us owners of the cars can be proud owners and not ripped off. It ridiculiously expensive and crazy, you buy a car and pay good money in turn the manufaturer should fix this problem.

- Slatington, PA, USA

Passenger side window clip broke, caused rattling had repaired for $120 then Oct. 2003 my driver side window fell into the door.after another $45 I found out that yet another clip had broke, and now the cable was broke too.total repair would now be $290 please recall this--I believe my passenger side window is about to go, I am afraid to use my windows.

- Supply, NC, USA

Electric window motor failure. Driver side front window and passenger rear window. Both window's motor units discontinued to function properly at approximately the same time causing the belt drive to snap allowing both windows to drop out of the upright position. The cost to repair motor unit is $480 per window. That is a cost of $960. A total for 2 windows that are up 85% of the time not being used. Windows will not stay in the upright position when the damage occurs and will only stay up with duct tape. In this heat the duct tape fails to hold the window on its proper position.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

Passenger side window "fell into the door", dealer said the clips broke and I must purchase a new regulator, instead of the one inch plastic clips, the whole mechanism must be replaced at a cost of $488. Personally, I know of three other people with a Grand Am that this exact same situation has occurred and after a simple search on the internet it seems we are not the only poor saps!!!

- Lake Geneva, WI, USA

I called Pontiac to try to get some help regarding the fact that my car is only 5 years old and within the last 2 months both side mirrors have fallen off (one simply by being brushed against), my rearview mirror came off, both side window regulators have broken, and the clear coat is chipping and leaving my paint exposed to the elements. Pontiac pretty much told me "sorry, not our problem" because I bought the car used (I am the second owner), because I did not buy the extended warranty, and because it has over 70,000 miles. I have done my research and found that these are all common problems with this make and model. I would be happy to forward you my research. Regardless of what number owner I am or how many miles are on the vehicle, I feel that if Pontiac cannot make a vehicle that can last 5 years without falling apart, then the general public should not be throwing away our hard earned money on a bad product. Pontiac should really be taking responsibility for making a less-than-desirable product.

- Nashville, TN, USA

While driving I tried to open my driver (power) window a little and it went crashing down. All clips were worn out, two of them are only sold with the track.

- Stafford Springs, CT, USA

The motor cable failed, which caused the driver's window not to work.

- Saginaw, MI, USA

'99 gr am: Grinding noise R front-dealer: Drilled out restrictor in pwr steerng hose per bulletin 990232002. Rubbing & squawk noise turning left-dealer: Sway bar bushings replcd. Passenger seat stuck-dealer: Replaced seat track. Center console door latch assmbly replaced per recall. Radio lcd garbled & blacking out-dealer: Replcd radio assembly. Whining in pwr steering- dealer: P/S cooler line leaking, replcd & bled system. Gas gauge back & forth from full to empty-dealer: Tank sending unit shorted, replcd tank module assy. Fluid/oil leak from intake gasket-dealer: Replcd gaskets & replcd oil pump drive O-ring. Passenger seat squeaks-dealer: Seat tracks loose in floor pan hook attchmnt openings. Crunch/squawk in front end on speed bumps-dealer: Replcd R&R front struts, replcd upper mounts. Brake pulsation-dealer: Front rotors warped, both rotors were machined & pads replaced. Oil/fluid leak rt trans. Axle seal, steering rack center section- dealer: Replcd seal & sleeve, replcd steering rack. Shimmy & shake on hwy- dealer: Couldn't duplicate problem, no repair. Intermittently hesitates cold start & on excelleration-dealer: Couldn't duplicate problem, no repair. Driver's side window plastic regulator broke & window fell down-no longer on warrantee, consumer replcd @ approx $500 own expense. All occuring at under 40,000 miles. Am afraid to take in for next "scheduled" service for fear of what will be found.

- Blaine, MN, USA

I had to spend $278 for a window regulator for the drivers door when a 25 cent plastic piece of it broke. I have never been ripped off that bad!!!

- St.Charles, MN, USA

Have had passenger window break 3 times now and Pontiac will do nothing about it. The driver side has broken once so far. The brakes have been replaced twice and they need to be done again. The car shakes while braking.

- Wyoming, MI, USA

Brake rotors have warped and been replaced 3 times. Once at 20977, at 29687 and then at 44726. Brake pedal makes a creaking sound when pushing down on pedal. Mechanic told me had never heard such a sound and could not fix it. Also advised me to get rid of car as soon as possible as it drives as it has more miles on it then it actually has.still making sound and worried that they are going to completely break. Power steering and altenator went at 44726 miles and had to pay for those along with the last rotor replacement as car is no longer under warranty. Wheels also make rubbing sound when turning either way. Called GM when first started and was told they were aware of the problem and nothing has ever been done. Mechanics also can not do anything about that problem. I fear for my life in this car.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Driver window fell down into door while driving, motor had to be replaced.. consumer stated the entire window assembly had to be replaced, because the motor itself could not be purchased separately.

- Canton, OH, USA

Front passenger window fell down onto door while driving, one week later, drivers window fell down. Dealer has not been contacted. Dealer notified.

- Monroe, NC, USA

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- China Spring, TX, USA

Consumer states driver side window regulator keeps breaking and the window will fall at anytime. Contacted glass shop and they replaced the part but the problem still accurs. Nlm

- New Castle, IN, USA

Driver side and passenger side windows fell off the track. Glue came loose.

- Riverside, CA, USA