2000 Pontiac Trans Am

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Fuel system, gasoline2
2. Service brakes, hydraulic2
3. Structure2
4. Power train1
5. Suspension1
6. Unknown or other1
7. Engine1
8. Visibility1
9. Engine and engine cooling1
10. Exterior lighting1

Latest complaints

• Jun 28, 2015OH96,000 mi
  Engine
  Trouble code for bad catlic converters the has been replaces 3 times prior and now there clog for the fourth time? Asking gm to replace as a warrenty issue since the last time was 4 years prior and I was told that the new one would be covered for 10years 100000 miles due to gm warrenty policy.…

  Trouble code for bad catlic converters the has been replaces 3 times prior and now there clog for the fourth time? Asking gm to replace as a warrenty issue since the last time was 4 years prior and I was told that the new one would be covered for 10years 100000 miles due to gm warrenty policy. Second than IS the car has dropped in gas mileage from 26mpg to about 14 both highway miles. And the last thing IS the ignition lock sometimes when I try to start the car the security feathur such the car down due to the anti theft control. I am the only proud owner of this vehicle and wanted to pass this car on to my son as a vintage trans am with me being the only owner but with the issues that has been going on I may be passing it to a dealer as a trade in. Long time pontiac trans am owner and gm loyal customer. Ma y be readdy to move on if no help with the warrenty I was promissed on the last converter, and this one would be the forth one of the three that IS in the car.plus the smell of gas IS getting very bad as if there IS a leak? And for the key issue there was many cars with the same issue but not this gm produce. The reason being IS that alot of ppl have store this car due to the stopage of the manufactoring of the car? Maybe.

• Dec 11, 2006OK
  Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

  Driving down the road at 55-60 mph, went to pass another car and t-top blows off and busts. T top was locked and latched correctly. *jb

• Jul 18, 2005MO52,000 mi
  Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

  Dt: the driver's side t top exploded while going 70mph. not sure if it had something to do with the heat or wind. was in heavy traffic sounded like a gun shot going off in the vehicle. the only thing left was the rubber seal and locking bar. contacted pontiac,they said they would see what they could do, and they had the consumer call so it was on file. this happened on july 2, 2005. *ak *sc *tt

• Oct 10, 2004PA33,800 mi
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Visibility › Power window devices and controls

  Both the driver side and passenger side power windows will not open or close. engine will not start due to fuel pump problems. car will shut off without notice while driving. *nm

• Aug 27, 2004OH
  Exterior lighting › Headlights

  Headlights intermittently shut off, but come right back on.*ak

• Jan 12, 2004OH1,700 mi
  Power train › Automatic transmission

  While driving at 30 mph transmission would not shift into third or fourth gear. vehicle had been in dealer' repair s shop three times for this same problem. also, when the gear did shift into third gear there was severe vibration throughout the vehicle. *ak

• Jan 3, 2004CT68,447 mi
  Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting

  Fuel line leak. high pressure fuel return line leak from pinch/chafing 9 inches from fuel sender (high volume leak above fuel tank and muffler).*ak

• Oct 15, 2002OR
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Unknown or other

  The car pull to the right when severe braking. mr

• Feb 14, 2001TXCrash
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

  While traveling at 65 mph and depressing brake pedal, pedal went all the way to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing vehicle to run into garage. Please provide further information. *ak

• Feb 12, 2001NJ
  Suspension › Front

  All speeds without warning vehicle pulls hard to right, increased when braking. Hard to control vehicle when this occurs. Dealer states, can't duplicate problem, but this may be do to factory tire size 275 r 16.. whatever the problem IS, this veh. IS unsafe to drive!!!.*ak

• Sep 19, 2000FL
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline

  Severe engine detonation can lead to engine failure

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
• 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
• 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
• 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
• 10248444Vehicle Recalls
• 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
• 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
• 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
• 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
• 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
• 10222796This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
• 10214869This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
• 10209980This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
• 10209921This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
• 10201115OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update
• 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
• 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
• 10190932Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
• 10190931Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
• 10190512OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update Some customers may have received a letter from OnStar stating that "We recently tried to provide a software update to the OnStar hardware in your vehicle. However, your system could not be updated remotely. As a result, some of your OnStar system functions may not be working as expected." The customer is further instructed in this letter to "Please contact your dealer or any dealer near you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this no-cost software update. Your dealer will reprogram your OnStar module with an update. This is for vehicles that have previously received the Canada upgrade as described in Service Bulletin #15-08-44-001F."
• 10176607This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 10094888This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer IS having that IS unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad IS faulty the onstar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The onstar module could have an internal fault and produce a phone unavailable audio message also it may have a diagnostic trouble code u1500 or b1000. Refer to diagnostics for the diagnostic trouble code making sure to follow any applicable bulletins or preliminary information sheets. A greadyh or gonstar readyh audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer IS inadvertently pressing the push to talk button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or steering wheel control system may induce this concern.
• 10083900This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
• 10083898This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
• 10083884This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. The vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or red onstar buttons.
• 10083489This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. A customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. Dealer IS to call general motors technical assistance center for further assistance if the concern IS still present.
• 10083484This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. When performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the onstar system.
• 10082869This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
• 10082814This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
• 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
• 10078735This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. When performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the onstar system.
• 10078734This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. A customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. Dealer IS to call general motors technical assistance center for further assistance if the concern IS still present.

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