1988 PONTIAC SUNBIRD
3 recalls, 4 complaints - 1 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).
88V121000 Jul 25, 1988
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect Description
THERE MAY BE POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN WINDSHIELD GLASS AND MOUNTING.
Consequence
WINDSHIELD COULD SEPARATE DURING A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIERTEST REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212. SUCH SEPARATION DURING AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT INAN UNBELTED OCCUPANT BEING EJECTED AND INJURIED.
Remedy
REINSTALL WINDSHIELD ASSURING PROPER ADHESION.
88V095000 Jun 14, 1988
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
Defect Description
REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTAIN OPEN OR INTERMITTENT CIRCUITS AFFECTING BACK UP LAMP OR LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION.
Consequence
LAMPS WOULD FLASH OR BE INOPERATIVE; CARS WOULD NOTCOMPLY WITH FMVSS 108.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW WIRING HARNESS.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
TIRES
Oct 25, 2000
Incident date: Nov 5, 1999
THE TIRE WAS PUT ON AT FIRESTONE IN MAY OF THE SAME YEAR (NEW), AND IT BLEW OUT MY FRONT FENDER AND CAUSED A LOT OF DAMAGE TO MY CAR. I PAYED FOR A NEW TIRE BECAUSE FIRESTONE WOULD NOT TAKE CARE OF THAT.*AK (DOT NUMBER: NONE TIRESIZE: P21560R-14)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
May 14, 1997
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE WIRING IN THE FUEL TANK SHORTED OUT, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SPARK. ALSO, WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE CUTS OFF WITHOUT NO WARNING. DEALER REFUSES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jul 1, 1994
POWER STEERING FAILS OCCASIONALLY. *DH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 28, 1995
Incident date: May 15, 1995
BLOWN ENGINE HEAD GASKET, CAUSING SMOKE TO ENTE RINTO VEHICLE. *AK
EPA Fuel Economy, 1988 PONTIAC SUNBIRD
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 34.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
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, 1988 PONTIAC SUNBIRD
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
000524001
Apr 1, 2000
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PONTIAC SUNBIRD
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE87031
Opened: May 13, 1987 , Closed: Aug 5, 1987
SEPARATED STRNG KNUCKLE
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER: GENERAL MOTORS HAS SUBMITED ONE FIELD REPORT PERTAINING TO A CUSTOMER OWNED VEHICLE WITH PROBLEM.ANALYSIS: INSPECTION BY ODI ENGINEER REVEALED A MISSING NUT AND COTTER PIN WHICH HOLDSTHE TIE ROD END TO THE STEERING KNUCKLE. THE HEX NUT APPARENTLY HAD NEVER B... Read more
PONTIAC SUNBIRD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PONTIAC SUNBIRD across all model years (1976, 1994).
42
Total Recalls
257
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
37
Reported Crashes
16
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PONTIAC SUNBIRD - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1997 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1996 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 51 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 50 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 42 | View |
| 1991 | 4 | 30 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 15 | View |
| 1989 | 3 | 16 | View |
| 1988 (current) | 3 | 4 | |
| 1987 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 1978 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 3 | 0 | View |