MYRModel Year Report

1986 Pontiac Grand AM

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1986 Pontiac Grand AM
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:46.469Z

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Grand AM Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 31 complaints 1989: 44 complaints 1989 1990: 38 complaints 1991: 82 complaints 1992: 168 complaints 1993: 204 complaints 1993 1994: 377 complaints 1995: 409 complaints 1996: 450 complaints 1997: 383 complaints 1997 1998: 172 complaints 1999: 849 complaints 2000: 675 complaints 2001: 538 complaints 2001 2002: 395 complaints 2003: 325 complaints 2004: 293 complaints 2005: 102 complaints 2005
1986: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19831
19840
19854
198611
198728
198831
198944
199038
199182
1992168
1993204
1994377
1995409
1996450
1997383
1998172
1999849
2000675
2001538
2002395
2003325
2004293
2005102

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

2 of 11 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH
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THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND CAUSED THE OWNER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR AND THE CAR CRASHED AND EXPLODED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960516

SEAT BELTS

2 of 11 total reports mention: seat belts.

INTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 11 total reports mention: interior lighting.

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870827 — structure

SMALL CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE BODY PILLAR AROUND THE DOOR STRIKER BOLT HOLE.

Remedy: INSTALL INNER AND OUTER REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT BODY PILLARS.

Campaign 87V124000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19910715 — PE (closed 19911107)

SAFETY BELT CUT AT D-RING

I 19911107 — EA (closed 19921026)

SEAT BELT SEPARATION

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

Remedy: 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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Pontiac Grand AM — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for interior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V124000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1988 ▲ 1990 ▲ 1989

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 2000 ◆ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 1986 Pontiac Grand AM reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

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

The most-reported component is steering:hydraulic power assist system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Pontiac Grand AM have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.