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2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe

The 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe is a 2.2-liter inline-4 coupe with an automatic 4-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,315 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Grand Am measures 186.3 inches long on a 107.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,099 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,315 ($39,415 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.2L I4
Displacement2.2 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic 4-speed
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity14 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16-in.
Wheels Rear16-in.
Tires FrontP225/50R16
Tires RearP225/50R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length186.3 in
Width70.4 in
Height55.1 in
Wheelbase107.2 in
Cargo Volume14.6 ft³
Curb Weight3,099 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.3 in
Headroom Rear37.3 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear35.5 in
Shoulder Room Front53.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear55 in
Hip Room Front52.4 in
Hip Room Rear52.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am 2-DR.
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am 4-DR.: overall not rated

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Pontiac GRAND AM. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 3, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.

NHTSA campaign 14V400000

Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

NHTSA campaign 09E012000

Mar 12, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

NHTSA campaign 07E021000

Jul 17, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

NHTSA campaign 06E064000

Nov 1, 2004 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IN HOT AMBIENT CONDITIONS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY STICK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET AND NOT RETURN TO THE ENGINE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE OPERATOR LIFTS HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Consequence: FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM AND REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.

NHTSA campaign 04V528000

338 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Pontiac GRAND AM

Owner Complaints

338 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Pontiac GRAND AM (28 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 25 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System135
Exterior Lighting65
Vehicle Speed Control35
Engine And Engine Cooling28
Service Brakes21
Air Bags20
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 4, 2025 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Fuel/Propulsion System
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Nov 25, 2023 · Power Train, Electrical System, Engine 1 injury 1 death
“Engine has lost power from 150hp @ 3K RPM and 200ft·lb @ 4K RPM. It is now 50hp @ ½K RPM & 75ft·lb @ 2K revolutions per minute. Gear Shift Button has seperated from globe. Radio needs to be replaced…”
Nov 22, 2023 · Power Train, Service Brakes, Visibility/Wiper
“Disc are advanced, technologically superior, and come standard with enabling more braking force with less pressure. Albeit an impermeable transmission requires no fluid changes and less maintenance…”
Nov 18, 2023 · Electrical System, Seats, Fuel/Propulsion System 4 injuries 2 deaths
“Korr’s Automotive wants $55Ø to repair our exhaust leak. Fuel lines are too close to engine, which can cause death or injury upon impact. You’re welcome for [XXXXXX] upon request! Driver seat is out…”
Nov 18, 2023 · Electrical System, Seats, Fuel/Propulsion System 2 injuries 4 deaths
“Ecotec Gen I was re–engineered to be smoother and more efficient than its predecessor. Featuring an dual in–block balance shafts, power–steering pump, water–pump housing, and removable oil filter…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 PONTIAC GRAND AM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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