1988 Pontiac Grand AM vs 1989 Pontiac Grand AM
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Pontiac Grand AM | 1989 Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 44 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 1 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Grand AM | Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 10 |
| Steering | 3 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
1988 Pontiac Grand AM
1989 Pontiac Grand AM
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.