1991 PONTIAC LEMANS
3 recalls, 35 complaints - 2 TSBs
06E043000 May 19, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CE... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
94V248000 Dec 23, 1994
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Defect Description
INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE GUIDE TRACK RAIL IN WHICH THE SHOULDER BELT CARRIER MOVES CAUSING A CHATTERING NOISE, MOMENTARY BINDING WHILE TRAVELING, CYCLING BACK AND FORTH, OR STOPS COMPLETELY.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIRRESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL LUBRICATE THE TRACK SYSTEM ON THESE VEHICLES.
93V154000 Sep 21, 1993
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT LATCH OR MAY NOT RELEASE DUE TO THE FRACTURE OF THE RED RELEASE PUSH BUTTON.
Consequence
THE BUCKLE MALFUNCTION WOULD PREVENT THE USE OF THESAFETY BELT SYSTEM, PLACING THE FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT IN INCREASED RISK OF INJURYIN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.
Complaint Statistics
35 total complaints
3 crashes 4 fires 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 |
STEERING
Jun 27, 2002
VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING STEERING PROBLEMS. *YD
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 27, 2002
CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE NEEDS ELECTRICAL REPAIRS. *YD
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jun 27, 2002
VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PROBLEMS. *YD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jun 27, 2002
VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING COOLING SYSTEM PROBLEMS. *YD
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jun 27, 2002
VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING FRONT END PROBLEMS. *YD *DT
SEAT BELTS
Jun 8, 2000
RECALL 94V248000/ MOTORIZED SHOULDER BELTS. INTERMITTENTLY, SHOULDER BELT GETS STUCK IN THE RAIL. DEALER DID PERFORM RECALL REPAIRS, BUT PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. *AK DURING RECALL REPAIR, THE BELT WAS GREASED BUT SHORTLY AFTER WARDS IT CONTINUED TO EITHER STOP HALF WAY OR NOT AT ALL. *YH
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
May 22, 2000
Incident date: May 1, 2000
DOOR ON DRIVER'S SIDE DID NOT STAY CLOSED BECAUSE THE LATCHING MECHANISM BROKE. A ROPE HAD TO BE TIED AROUND THE DOOR TO KEEP IT FROM OPENING. GMC WAS NOTIFIED ABOUT THE PROBLEM. OWNER WAS TOLD THAT PART WAS NO LONGER MADE, AND TO TRY A JUNK YARD. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Apr 9, 1999
SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR LOCKS UP INTERMITTENTLY, ESPECIALLY AT STABLE SPEEDS. IF VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF WHILE RETRACTOR IS LOCKED UP, DRIVER IS PINNED TO SEAT UNTIL RETRACTOR SELF CORRECTS.(APPR 15 SECS).
SEAT BELTS
Apr 8, 1999
MOTORIZED SEAT BELT STICKS ON TRACK AT TEMPERATURES OF 30 DEGREES OR LESS, RELEASES ONCE TEMP WARMS UP AND VEHICLE IS TURN ON/OFF.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 29, 1999
Incident date: Dec 1, 1998
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNWANTED ACCELERATION WHEN RELEASING ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKING, VEHICLE WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mar 10, 1999
RIGHT AFTER TURNING OFF THE IGNTION VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE DASH AREA. OWNER WAS ABLE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. ALSO, WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR/TRANSMISSION AND WIRES ARE BEING REPLACED. *AK
Fire
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Mar 10, 1999
RIGHT AFTER TURNING OFF THE IGNTION VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE DASH AREA. OWNER WAS ABLE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. ALSO, WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR/TRANSMISSION AND WIRES ARE BEING REPLACED. *AK
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Mar 10, 1999
RIGHT AFTER TURNING OFF THE IGNTION VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE DASH AREA. OWNER WAS ABLE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. ALSO, WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR/TRANSMISSION AND WIRES ARE BEING REPLACED. *AK
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 4, 1999
EXPERINECED BRAKE FAILURE A NUMBER OF TIMES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40-50MPH CONSUMER APPLIES BRAKES AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. CONSUMER TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF, AND LET VEHICLE DRIFT TO SIDE OF ROAD. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. PLEASE ADD VIN#. DEALERS HAVE SPRAYED THE LINKAGES A NUMBER... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Mar 4, 1999
EXPERINECED BRAKE FAILURE A NUMBER OF TIMES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40-50MPH CONSUMER APPLIES BRAKES AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. CONSUMER TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF, AND LET VEHICLE DRIFT TO SIDE OF ROAD. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. PLEASE ADD VIN#. DEALERS HAVE SPRAYED THE LINKAGES A NUMBER... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Nov 17, 1998
Incident date: Oct 3, 1998
FRONT EXTERIOR DOOR LOCKS, DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WILL NOT OPERATE NORMALLY.ALSO, MOTORIZED DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT OPERATES ERRATICALLY SOMETIMES WILL NOT FUNCTION AT ALL. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Nov 17, 1998
Incident date: Oct 3, 1998
FRONT EXTERIOR DOOR LOCKS, DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WILL NOT OPERATE NORMALLY.ALSO, MOTORIZED DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT OPERATES ERRATICALLY SOMETIMES WILL NOT FUNCTION AT ALL. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 29, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1997
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION, RESULTING IN A COLLISION.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Mar 2, 1998
Incident date: Dec 31, 1997
ENGINE FIRE.
Fire
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Dec 10, 1996
Incident date: Nov 24, 1996
DRIVER'S SIDE LAP/SHOULDER RETRACTOR BROKE, VEHICLE WAS IMPACTED AT 11:00 POSITION, SPEED 30MPH, CAUSING INJURIES TO DRIVER. *AK
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Oct 10, 1996
Incident date: Sep 13, 1996
MOTORIZED SEAT BELT STICKS.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
May 2, 1996
Incident date: Dec 26, 1995
SHOULDER HARNESS RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING INJURIES. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *DSH
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jun 30, 1995
RIGHT REAR AXLE BROKE, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *AW
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Feb 20, 1996
Incident date: Feb 20, 1996
RECALL RELATED, 94V2480000, LAP/SHOULDER RETRACTOR ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER FAILED IN FOR REPAIR FAILED AFTER 1,200 MILES, MFR WILL NOT REPLACE THE PARTS. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Feb 20, 1996
Incident date: Feb 20, 1996
RECALL RELATED, 94V2480000, LAP/SHOULDER RETRACTOR ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER FAILED IN FOR REPAIR FAILED AFTER 1,200 MILES, MFR WILL NOT REPLACE THE PARTS. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Dec 7, 1995
Incident date: Jul 12, 1995
BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Oct 19, 1995
Incident date: Mar 27, 1995
VEHICLE VIBRATES ON PASSENGER'S SIDE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Oct 19, 1995
Incident date: Mar 27, 1995
BRAKES SQUEAL WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED. *SKD
WHEELS
Sep 8, 1995
Incident date: Aug 26, 1995
WHILE DRIVING THE BACK WHEEL JUST FELL OFF. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Jan 10, 1995
SEATBELT FAILED DURING ACCIDENT, ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT. *TW
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
May 2, 1995
Incident date: Nov 2, 1994
THE CV JOINTS ARE WORN WAS HAVING PROBLEM WITH BRAKE EVERY TWO WEEK CHANGE PADS WEARING OUT. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Mar 23, 1995
Incident date: Mar 3, 1995
DON KAY CHEVROLET 94V248. ITS BEEN THREE WEEK AND THE DEALERSHIP DOESN'T HAVE THE PARTS. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Mar 9, 1995
Incident date: Jan 3, 1995
DRIVERS SEATBELT DID NOT RESTRAIN IN AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mar 3, 1995
Incident date: Jan 2, 1992
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR LOCK-UP SOMETIME IT DON'T RETRACT BACK. TT
SEAT BELTS
Jan 5, 1995
Incident date: Jan 5, 1995
PASSIVE RESTRAINT WILL MOVE BACK AND FORTH, WON'T ACTIVATE OR STICK IN MOTION. IN DEALERS (12) TIMES FOR SERVICE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 PONTIAC LEMANS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 30.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 34.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 36.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 PONTIAC LEMANS
2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 150000 SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| 061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) | 1 |
130089009
Sep 1, 2013
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
588101
Feb 1, 1995
150000 SEAT BELTS
CHATTERING, BINDING OR INCOMPLETE/REPEAT TRAVERSE OF SHOULDER BELT ON PASSIVE RESTRAINT. (SERVICE PROCEDURE, REFERENCE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN 93-C-57). *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PONTIAC LEMANS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA94004
Opened: Jan 31, 1994 , Closed: Jan 19, 1995
AUTO RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAIL
There is no summary currently available
PE93078
Opened: Sep 16, 1993 , Closed: Jan 31, 1994
AUTO RESTRAINT SYST. FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE91101
Opened: Jul 17, 1991 , Closed: Nov 4, 1991
FRONT BRAKE DISC/HUB SEP
There is no summary currently available
PE89113
Opened: Apr 12, 1989 , Closed: Nov 30, 1989
INADEQUATE BRAKES
SUMMARY:THE COMPLAINTS REPORT LOW PEDAL AND FREQUENT REPAIR OF BRAKESSERVICE BULLETIN REPORTS MISADJUSTMENT MAY CAUSE INCREASED FRONT PAD WEAR.UNSATISIFACTORY STOPPING DISTANCE ALSO REPORTED IN COMPLAINTS.===
PONTIAC LEMANS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PONTIAC LEMANS across all model years (1967, 1993).
53
Total Recalls
172
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
6
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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