Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
PONTIAC
Model Of Vehicle
VIBE
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
10V387000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20040426
End Of Manufacture
20080102
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
161754
Date Owners Notified
20110208
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20100826
Make Campaign Number
10282