The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am has two recalls, the more serious involving a steering column bolt that may not have been tightened properly, which can cause progressive looseness in the steering and, in a worst case, complete loss of steering control.
On 2.4-litre models, there is also an emissions recall: an incorrect evaporative emission canister purge solenoid was installed on some vehicles, causing them to fall outside compliance with evaporative emissions standards.
At a glance
What can fail
Vehicles with a 2.4-litre engine may have an incorrect evaporative emission canister purge solenoid, which could cause the vehicle to not meet emissions standards.
What the fix does
The evaporative emission canister purge solenoid will be replaced with the correct part.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The steering column lower pinch bolt may not be tightened to the correct specification, causing rattling and looseness in the steering system. If the bolt comes completely loose, hard steering maneuvers could increase looseness and result in loss of steering control.
What the fix does
The steering column pinch bolt will be inspected and tightened to the manufacturer's specified torque as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
