NHTSA Campaign Id 10V387000; Date: Aug. 26, 2010
There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
2005 Pontiac Vibe; 2006 Pontiac Vibe; 2007 Pontiac Vibe; 2008 Pontiac Vibe
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 161,754
Gm is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 pontiac vibe vehicles. The engine control module (ecm) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe (lv6) engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Dealers will inspect the production number of the ecm and replace the ecm if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on February 8, 2011. Owners may contact gm at 1-800-620-7668.
Gm's safety recall no. Is 10282. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 8, 2011
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