2006 PONTIAC MONTANA
2 recalls — 61 complaints — 886 TSBs
10V110000
Mar 19, 2010
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
05V552000
Dec 7, 2005
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
Consequence
A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-99... Read more
Complaint Statistics
61 total complaints
2 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| TIRES | 3 |
| SUSPENSION | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 3 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 10, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2020
WHEN HAVING MY OIL CHANGED AT A GARAGE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE LIFT BOTH FRAME RAILS HAD SEVERE RUST DAMAGE. SINCE THIS IS WHAT GIVES THE UNIBODY FRAME IT'S STRENGTH, WHY DIDN'T GM ZINC COAT THEM OR APPLY RUST PROOFING? I LIVE IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN WHERE THEY USE SALT ON THE ROADS IN WINTER. S... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 2, 2020
Incident date: Nov 13, 2019
WHEN IT'S COLD AND YOU START THE VEHICLE I GET A MESSAGE REDUCED ENGINE POWER. YOU HAVE TO IMMEDIATELY SHUT IT OFF. SOM ETIMES WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT IS WARMED UP IT WILL DO THIS AND YOU HAVE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER BECAUSE IF YOU TRY TO GIVE IT GAS IT WON'T GO ANYWAYS. ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2020
Incident date: Nov 13, 2019
WHEN IT'S COLD AND YOU START THE VEHICLE I GET A MESSAGE REDUCED ENGINE POWER. YOU HAVE TO IMMEDIATELY SHUT IT OFF. SOM ETIMES WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT IS WARMED UP IT WILL DO THIS AND YOU HAVE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER BECAUSE IF YOU TRY TO GIVE IT GAS IT WON'T GO ANYWAYS. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 5, 2019
Incident date: Nov 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL RUBBING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION DETACHED FROM THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL INDEPENDENT MECHANICS AND THE CONTACT WA... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Nov 5, 2018
WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, OR AFTER AWHILE WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT WILL COME UP AND READ REDUCED ENGINE POWER THEN YOU HAVE TO STOP BECAUSE IT WILL NOT LET YOU ACCELERATE THE GAS PEDAL. SOMETIMES WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF AND RESTART IT, IT WILL BE FINE AND SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO WAIT ABOUT 1... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 13, 2018
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
THE DASH KEEPS TELLING ME THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY SYSTEM NEED TO BE CHECKED. I HAVE WIRING ISSUES FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LIGHTS, THEY COME ON AND OFF. FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY ALL THE TIME AND NOW MOST RECENTLY THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT ALARM DOES NOT REGISTER THAT THE S... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 13, 2018
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
THE DASH KEEPS TELLING ME THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY SYSTEM NEED TO BE CHECKED. I HAVE WIRING ISSUES FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LIGHTS, THEY COME ON AND OFF. FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY ALL THE TIME AND NOW MOST RECENTLY THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT ALARM DOES NOT REGISTER THAT THE S... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 13, 2018
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
THE DASH KEEPS TELLING ME THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY SYSTEM NEED TO BE CHECKED. I HAVE WIRING ISSUES FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LIGHTS, THEY COME ON AND OFF. FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY ALL THE TIME AND NOW MOST RECENTLY THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT ALARM DOES NOT REGISTER THAT THE S... Read more
TIRES
Jan 5, 2016
Incident date: Dec 15, 2015
TIRES ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF EXTREME SIDEWALL SPLITS THAT COULD HAVE LED TO TIRE BLOWOUT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. TIRES WILL BE TAKEN BACK TO STORE WHERE BOUGHT ALTHOUGH NOT OPTIMISTIC THEY WILL REPLACE THEM. DUNLOP SIGNATURE SERIES II ALL SEASON
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 13, 2015
Incident date: Jan 10, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARDD DEVELOPED CRACKS IN SEVERAL AREAS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: Jul 7, 2015
KEEP SAYING SERVICE PARKING LITE CHANGE LIGHT BULB CHECK FUSES CANNOT FIX PROBLEM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: Jul 7, 2015
KEEP SAYING SERVICE PARKING LITE CHANGE LIGHT BULB CHECK FUSES CANNOT FIX PROBLEM.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND JERKED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND JERKED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND JERKED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 8, 2015
Incident date: Mar 10, 2015
I HAVE BOUGHT A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6 FROM A DEALER WITHIN 10 DAYS OF HAVING THE VAN THE BALL JOINT FELL COMPLETELY OUT WHILE WE WERE DRIVING HOME WITH KIDS IN CAR DEALER FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE BUT I HAD TO PAY THE TOWING BILL....I CHANGE ALL 4 TIRES AND NOW MY VAN IS MAKING A SQUEAKING AND CLUN... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 8, 2015
Incident date: Mar 10, 2015
I HAVE BOUGHT A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6 FROM A DEALER WITHIN 10 DAYS OF HAVING THE VAN THE BALL JOINT FELL COMPLETELY OUT WHILE WE WERE DRIVING HOME WITH KIDS IN CAR DEALER FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE BUT I HAD TO PAY THE TOWING BILL....I CHANGE ALL 4 TIRES AND NOW MY VAN IS MAKING A SQUEAKING AND CLUN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: Jul 9, 2013
WHEN DRIVING SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL JUST SHUT OFF WILL LOSE ALL STEERING AND BRAKES WILL NOT WORK EITHER. *TR
STEERING
Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: Jul 9, 2013
WHEN DRIVING SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL JUST SHUT OFF WILL LOSE ALL STEERING AND BRAKES WILL NOT WORK EITHER. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 17, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES DUE TO THE WIRES BEING CUT AND GLUED BACK TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES DUE TO THE WIRES BEING CUT AND GLUED BACK TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 17, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES DUE TO THE WIRES BEING CUT AND GLUED BACK TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 12, 2014
Incident date: Feb 24, 2014
MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR BALL JOINT SEPARATED, CAUSING THE REAR TO DROP AND PULLING THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE. THANKFULLY, IT WAS NOT THE DRIVER'S SIDE, BECAUSE SHE WAS PASSING A SCHOOL AND THE BUSES WERE LEAVING. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A GARAGE WHERE W... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 30, 2013
Incident date: Aug 17, 2013
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR BRAKE ON ITS OWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME IN THE PAST COUPLE OF MONTHS. I PLUG IN THE COMPUTER TO CHECK THE TROUBLE CODES AND I HAVE PULLED 8 DIFFERENT CODES. MY FAMILY REFUSES TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE HAZARD. *TR
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 30, 2013
Incident date: Aug 17, 2013
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR BRAKE ON ITS OWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME IN THE PAST COUPLE OF MONTHS. I PLUG IN THE COMPUTER TO CHECK THE TROUBLE CODES AND I HAVE PULLED 8 DIFFERENT CODES. MY FAMILY REFUSES TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE HAZARD. *TR
TIRES
Jun 25, 2013
Incident date: Jun 24, 2013
I PURCHASED 4 GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TOURING TIRES (P225/60R17 98T) FROM SAM'S CLUB IN MAY, 2011. THEY'VE BEEN REGULARLY INSPECTED, BALANCED AND ROTATED AS PART OF SAM'S CLUB TIRE WARRANTIES. ON JANUARY 28, 2011, WE HAPPENED TO PARK THE VAN JUST RIGHT SO THAT THE TIRES WERE TURNED SHARPLY TO THE LEFT.... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 24, 2013
Incident date: Jun 11, 2013
TRACTION CONTROL AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKES BOTH KEEP GOING OUT WITH BOTH LIGHTS ON. BOTH RESET AFTER SHUT DOWN BUT COME BACK ON AFTER 1-2 MINS. *TR
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jun 24, 2013
Incident date: Jun 11, 2013
TRACTION CONTROL AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKES BOTH KEEP GOING OUT WITH BOTH LIGHTS ON. BOTH RESET AFTER SHUT DOWN BUT COME BACK ON AFTER 1-2 MINS. *TR
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2013
Incident date: Jun 11, 2013
TRACTION CONTROL AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKES BOTH KEEP GOING OUT WITH BOTH LIGHTS ON. BOTH RESET AFTER SHUT DOWN BUT COME BACK ON AFTER 1-2 MINS. *TR
ENGINE
Apr 24, 2013
Incident date: Apr 21, 2013
THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS LOOM THAT RUNS ACROSS THE TRANSMISSION AND UNDER THE AIR BOX, WAS RUBBING THE TRANSMISSION AND WORE THRU 4 OF THE WIRES CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Mar 27, 2013
Incident date: Mar 11, 2013
TRANSMISSION LOCKS UP IN PARK WHEN PARKED AND CAN NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PUSHED WHILE SOMEONE IS PULLING DOWN ON THE SHIFT LEVER. RESULTS IN BEING STRANDED UNLESS SOMEONE IS AVAILABLE TO PUSH. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 22, 2011
Incident date: Oct 22, 2011
PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRONIC DOOR IS NOT SHUTTING PROPERLY. DOOR WAS SHUT WITH CHILD SAFETY LOOKS IN PLACE HOWEVER, WHEN I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE DOOR JUST POPPED OPEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING. NO BELLS, NO MESSAGES, NOTHING...UNTIL THE DOOR WAS ALREADY HALF WAY OPEN. MY CHILDREN SIT IN THIS VEHIC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2011
Incident date: Oct 22, 2011
PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRONIC DOOR IS NOT SHUTTING PROPERLY. DOOR WAS SHUT WITH CHILD SAFETY LOOKS IN PLACE HOWEVER, WHEN I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE DOOR JUST POPPED OPEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING. NO BELLS, NO MESSAGES, NOTHING...UNTIL THE DOOR WAS ALREADY HALF WAY OPEN. MY CHILDREN SIT IN THIS VEHIC... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 8, 2011
Incident date: May 27, 2011
WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY WHEN GOT A MESSAGE ON DIC SAYING "ENGINE POWER REDUCED" SECONDS LATER VEHICLE DROPPED TO 10 MPH AND WOULD NOT GO ANY FASTER. RPM DROPPED TO 300. ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED.DEALER SAID IT WAS AN APP SENSOR, REPLACED AND HAPPENED AGAIN. SAID IT WAS A MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR, REPLACED AN... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 8, 2011
Incident date: Jul 2, 2011
WE'VE BEEN HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THE VAN DECELERATING ON ITS OWN AND HAVING TO LAY DOWN ON THE GAS TO GET IT GOING AGAIN. STILL HAVN'T FOUND OUT WHAT IT IS. NOW OUR "AWD DISABLED" LIGHT CAME ON. THIS WORRIES ME BECAUSE WE LIVE IN MN AND HAVE TERRIBLE ROADS IN THE WINTER. THAT IS ONE REASON WE BOU... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Jul 8, 2011
Incident date: Jul 2, 2011
WE'VE BEEN HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THE VAN DECELERATING ON ITS OWN AND HAVING TO LAY DOWN ON THE GAS TO GET IT GOING AGAIN. STILL HAVN'T FOUND OUT WHAT IT IS. NOW OUR "AWD DISABLED" LIGHT CAME ON. THIS WORRIES ME BECAUSE WE LIVE IN MN AND HAVE TERRIBLE ROADS IN THE WINTER. THAT IS ONE REASON WE BOU... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 8, 2011
Incident date: Jul 2, 2011
WE'VE BEEN HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THE VAN DECELERATING ON ITS OWN AND HAVING TO LAY DOWN ON THE GAS TO GET IT GOING AGAIN. STILL HAVN'T FOUND OUT WHAT IT IS. NOW OUR "AWD DISABLED" LIGHT CAME ON. THIS WORRIES ME BECAUSE WE LIVE IN MN AND HAVE TERRIBLE ROADS IN THE WINTER. THAT IS ONE REASON WE BOU... Read more
TIRES
Apr 4, 2011
Incident date: Feb 28, 2011
2006 PONTIAC MONTANA, UNIT 1 WAS WESTBOUND ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE IN THE LEFT LANE AT THE 136.9 MILEPOST. UNIT 1 HAD IT'S LEFT REAR TIRE BLOW OUT, LOST CONTROL, WENT OFF THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ROADWAY AND STRUCK THE MEDIAN BARRIER. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0184-90)*JB UPDATED 04/22/11... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION:REAR
Oct 18, 2010
Incident date: Oct 3, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THERE WAS A THUMPING SOUND AND A SCREECHING NOISE CAUSING THE VEHICLE FISH TAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE HE NOTICED THAT THE TIRE WAS LEANING INTO THE WHEEL WELL AND THE RIGHT REAR BALL JOINTS WERE BROKEN... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jul 28, 2010
Incident date: Jul 28, 2010
POWER SLIDING DOOR NOT CLOSING POWER SLIDING DOOR OPENING WHILE DRIVING. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jul 26, 2010
Incident date: Jul 24, 2010
MY 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6 WAS PARKED ON A SMALL INCLINE, AND WHILE LOW ON FUEL (IT HAD ABOUT 3 GALLONS) THE VAN ACTED AS IF IT WAS OUT OF GAS AND WOULD NOT START. GAS HAD TO BE ADDED AND THE VAN PUSHED TO A FLAT SURFACE. *TR
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Mar 17, 2010
Incident date: Dec 4, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 55 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO PULL TO THE RIGHT. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS DUE TO THE FAILURE, ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Jul 11, 2009
CLUNKING NOISE DUE TO FAULTY INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT IN 2006 MODEL PONTIAC MONTANA. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Jan 8, 2010
Incident date: Jan 3, 2010
HI, WE RESIDE IN CANADA, THEREFORE THE MILEAGE IS REGISTERED IN KMS. THE VEHICLE NOW HAS 78,000 KMS ON IT. THE ABS SYSTEM HAS BEEN FAILING, THE LIGHT ORIGINALLY CAME ON ABOUT A WEEK AGO. WHEN I FIRST TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF THE FIRST TIME THE LIGHT WENT OFF. NOW IT IS ON ALL THE TIME. I BELIEVE T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 8, 2010
Incident date: Jan 3, 2010
HI, WE RESIDE IN CANADA, THEREFORE THE MILEAGE IS REGISTERED IN KMS. THE VEHICLE NOW HAS 78,000 KMS ON IT. THE ABS SYSTEM HAS BEEN FAILING, THE LIGHT ORIGINALLY CAME ON ABOUT A WEEK AGO. WHEN I FIRST TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF THE FIRST TIME THE LIGHT WENT OFF. NOW IT IS ON ALL THE TIME. I BELIEVE T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 8, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2005
THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FLOW CONTROL VALVE FAILED CAUSING THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE TO BECOME DISABLED. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 9, 2008
Incident date: Feb 15, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND IDLING, THE BATTERY VOLTAGE BEGINS TO DECREASE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUES. ALSO, WHEN THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, THE RPM'S INCREASE, BUT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jul 9, 2008
Incident date: Feb 15, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND IDLING, THE BATTERY VOLTAGE BEGINS TO DECREASE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUES. ALSO, WHEN THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, THE RPM'S INCREASE, BUT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 9, 2008
Incident date: Feb 15, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND IDLING, THE BATTERY VOLTAGE BEGINS TO DECREASE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUES. ALSO, WHEN THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, THE RPM'S INCREASE, BUT... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
May 7, 2008
Incident date: May 7, 2008
I HAVE BEEN HAVING MESSAGES COME ACROSS MY DIGITAL SCREEN, SAYING "CHECK ABS SYSTEM", CHECK STABILITY SYSTEM, SERVICE ABS SYSTEM- ALSO CONSTANT PROBLEM WITH TRYING TO START THE VAN- SEEMS LIKE THE STARTER WILL NOT RELEASE, IT JUST KEEPS ATTEMPTING TO START EVEN AFTER I LET GO OF THE SWITCH. *TR
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Technical Service Bulletins — 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA
886 manufacturer communications from 579 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 149 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 105 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 76 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 50 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 48 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 38 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 34 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 31 |
00-03-10-006P
Apr 18, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
10-08-45-001H
Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
16-NA-383
Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
07-00-89-037S
Mar 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
22-NA-074
Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PIP5601B
Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
02-08-42-001J
Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PI0592I
Jan 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
PIT5074P
Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
01-06-01-011O
Oct 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
17-NA-170
Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIT5099G
Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
02-00-89-002W
Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
10-00-89-006J
Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
18-NA-073
Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
PIP5628G
Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5358C
Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
01-06-01-011N
Jun 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
13-08-116-001I
Jun 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
02-00-89-002V
Jun 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
12-03-10-001E
May 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
17-NA-170
Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIP5628F
Apr 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
19-NA-219
Apr 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
12-03-10-001D
Apr 21, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
08-07-30-035G
Apr 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
19-NA-219
Mar 23, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
22-NA-009
Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
17-NA-073
Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
01-08-42-001O
Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5628E
Feb 10, 2023
353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
02-00-89-002U
Jan 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
09-00-89-008F
Dec 21, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
PIP5540J
Dec 15, 2022
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIT3271N
Nov 29, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271N
Nov 29, 2022
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
22-NA-074
Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
10-00-89-006I
Oct 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIC5453D
Sep 30, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
13-08-116-001H
Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
06-00-89-031H
Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
06-00-89-031H
Sep 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
22-NA-009
Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
01-06-01-011M
Sep 13, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
PIP5640A
Sep 1, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
PIC5260F
Jun 22, 2022
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
22-NA-009
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIT5099F
Jun 13, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIP5358B
May 31, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5856
May 26, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
12-00-89-003B
May 2, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
12-00-89-003B
May 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
PIC5260E
Apr 19, 2022
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
01-00-89-010P
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
22-NA-074
Mar 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-009
Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIT3271M
Mar 7, 2022
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271M
Mar 7, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271L
Feb 3, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271L
Feb 3, 2022
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
22NA009
Jan 11, 2022
061520 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
1308116001G
Jan 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
PIP5628E
Dec 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
030310007K
Nov 8, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire/Wheel Characteristics (Vibration, Balance, Shake, Flat Spotting) of GM Original Equipment Tires.
030310007K
Nov 8, 2021
190000 TIRES
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire/Wheel Characteristics (Vibration, Balance, Shake, Flat Spotting) of GM Original Equipment Tires.
030091001H
Nov 5, 2021
356230 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure, when diagnosing vibration concerns.
PIT3099U
Aug 11, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
080730035E
Jun 7, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
080730035E
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
080730035E
Jun 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
070089037Q
May 27, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
070089037P
May 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
100089006H
May 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
16NA338
Apr 30, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
PIP5640A
Apr 12, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
020089002T
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
PIP5163E
Mar 30, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
18NA099
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIC5260D
Mar 26, 2021
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
PIP5540G
Mar 22, 2021
061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5725A
Mar 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
20NA138
Mar 11, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
20NA138
Mar 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
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NHTSA Safety Investigations — PONTIAC MONTANA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE04064
Opened: Sep 17, 2004 — Closed: Dec 22, 2004
POWER-SLIDING DOOR
SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE AVAILABLE WITH AN OPTIONAL POWER SLIDING DOOR.THE INTERIOR HANDLE IS ORIENTED IN THE VERTICAL POSITION IN THE DOOR PANEL AND LINES UP AT THE ELBOW LEVEL WHEN THE OCCUPANT IS SEATED IN THE 2ND-ROW OUTBOARD POSITION.IF THE OCCUPANT HOLDS THE INTERIOR HANDLE IN THE THUMB UP POSITIO... Read more
PE02017
Opened: Feb 11, 2002 — Closed: Aug 2, 2002
SHOULDER HARNESS CLIP
RQ00006
Opened: Feb 16, 2000 — Closed: Apr 20, 2001
TRACTION CONTROL
PONTIAC MONTANA — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PONTIAC MONTANA across all model years (1997–2008).
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Total Recalls
1,455
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
98
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
10
Reported Deaths
PONTIAC MONTANA — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.