MYRModel Year Report

1992 Pontiac Grand AM

▲ Better than typical
1992 Pontiac Grand AM
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:52:00.586Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
168
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 33 complaints 1989: 44 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1991: 82 complaints 1992: 168 complaints 1992 168 1993: 206 complaints 1994: 384 complaints 1995: 409 complaints 1995 1996: 450 complaints 1997: 383 complaints 1998: 172 complaints 1998 1999: 849 complaints 2000: 675 complaints 2001: 538 complaints 2001 2002: 395 complaints 2003: 325 complaints 2004: 293 complaints 2004 2005: 102 complaints
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 33 complaints 1989: 44 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1991: 82 complaints 1992: 168 complaints 1992 168 1993: 206 complaints 1994: 384 complaints 1995: 409 complaints 1995 1996: 450 complaints 1997: 383 complaints 1997 1998: 172 complaints 1999: 849 complaints 1999 2000: 675 complaints 2001: 538 complaints 2001 2002: 395 complaints 2003: 325 complaints 2003 2004: 293 complaints 2005: 102 complaints 2005
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 33 complaints 1988 1989: 44 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 1991: 82 complaints 1991 1992: 168 complaints 1992 168 1993: 206 complaints 1993 1994: 384 complaints 1994 1995: 409 complaints 1995 1996: 450 complaints 1996 1997: 383 complaints 1997 1998: 172 complaints 1998 1999: 849 complaints 1999 2000: 675 complaints 2000 2001: 538 complaints 2001 2002: 395 complaints 2002 2003: 325 complaints 2003 2004: 293 complaints 2004 2005: 102 complaints 2005

1992: 168 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19831
19840
19854
198611
198728
198833
198944
199039
199182
1992168
1993206
1994384
1995409
1996450
1997383
1998172
1999849
2000675
2001538
2002395
2003325
2004293
2005102

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

42% · 71 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving at 40 MPH consumer noticed smoke and then sparks coming from under the hood. Consumer pulled over and popped the hood and flames were covering the engine. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-30

Service brakes

28% · 47 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

21% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and horn.

FIRE

Visibility

13% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and power window devices and controls.

Structure

11% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing door and frame and members.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1992-04-30Seats91V182000 The passenger's side easy-entry seat adjuster may fail fully lock into position after the seat back has been tilted forward and the seat slid forward, then returned to its original postition.

    Remedy: Replace the adjuster assembly on the seat.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1992-07-17Fuel system, gasoline92V106000 The vehicles were assembled with an incorrect suspension upper spring seat at the right-rear position. If the vehicle is involved in a rear impact accident, the right-hand rear wheel house flange…

    Remedy: Inspect and replace incorrect upper spring seat with the correct part.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    Date not on fileSuspension91V204000 The bolts and nuts which attach the bearing-hub assembly to the rear axle flange are not sufficiently tightened on some vehicles.

    Remedy: Tighten rear axle bearing-hub assembly fasteners, and replace all the fasteners on a wheel if two or more bolts are found to be loose.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Pontiac Grand AM — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 71 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 47 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 35 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V204000 · Suspension
  • Recall 91V182000 · Seats
  • Recall 92V106000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Pontiac Grand AM have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.