1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
7 recalls, 154 complaints - 98 TSBs
08E063000 Oct 17, 2008
STEERING
Defect Description
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DU... Read more
Consequence
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
02V070000 Mar 6, 2002
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence
IF THE SWITCH IS DAMAGED, A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN, EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE KEY REMOVED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONA... Read more
96V250000 Dec 17, 1996
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Defect Description
THE FRONT AND/OR REAR HAZARD WARNING LAMPS (FOUR-WAY FLASHERS) DO NOT FLASH WHEN THE HAZARD SWITCH IS ACTIVATED. THIS FAILS TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence
IF THESE LAMPS WERE NOT FLASHING, OTHER VEHICLES WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS STOPPED INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS OR VEHICLE OWNERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER FUNCTION OF THE HAZARD WARNING LAMPS. IF NECESSARY, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD LAMP SWITCH.
96V003000 Jan 2, 1996
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect Description
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER TRIM PLATE/BEZEL CAN SAG AND COVER THE LIGHT EMITTING DIODE PORTION (LIGHTED POINTED ABOVE PANEL) OF THE TRANSAXLE SHIFT INDICATOR DISPLAY. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 101, "CONTROL LOCATION, IDENTIFICATION, AND ILLUMINATION."
Consequence
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO SEE THE ACTUAL POSITION OF THE TRANSAXLE GEAR SELECTOR RESULTING IN A DRIVER EITHER INADVERTENTLY LEAVING A PARKED OR IDLING VEHICLE IN DRIVE, REVERSE, OR NEUTRAL RATHER THAN PARK, OR SELECTING AN INCORRECT TRANSAXLE SHIF... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS ARE TO INSTALL A NEW INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER TRIM PLATE/BEZEL ASSEMBLY WHICH IS NOT SUBJECT TO THIS CONDITION.
95V141000 Jul 26, 1995
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
SOME WELDS WERE OMITTED FROM THE BODY LOCK PILLAR, OR "B" PILLAR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IF A VEHICLE CRASH SHOULD OCCUR, OCCUPANT PROTECTION LEVELS COULD BE REDUCED.
Remedy
ALL VEHICLES IN THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN HAVE BEEN REPURCHASED AND REPLACED WITH A COMPARABLE VEHICLE.
95V025000 Feb 16, 1995
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
THESE VEHICLES HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH WELDS MISSING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES CAUSING EXCESSIVE LOADS ON THE EXISTING WELDS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE FRONTBUSHING SLEEVE SUBASSEMBLY FROM THE CONTROL ARM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH LEFT-HAND AND RIGHT-HAND FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES AND REPLACE ALL CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FOUND WITH OMITTED WELDS.
Complaint Statistics
154 total complaints
15 crashes 16 fires 15 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 31 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 10 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 10 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 8 |
| AIR BAGS | 6 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 6, 2010
Incident date: Oct 3, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED; WHEN SHE TURNED THE CRUISE CONTROL OFF AND ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL SUDDENLY STUCK. AFTER REPEATED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Mar 27, 2008
Incident date: Mar 6, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STARTING HER VEHICLE AND TURNING THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE FOLLOWING MORNING, SHE OPENED THE DOOR AND NOTICED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN MELTED AND WAS LYING ON THE FLOORBOARD. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT DISC... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Aug 14, 2005
Incident date: Jul 5, 2005
I SMELLED GAS AND LOSS OF FUEL. GAS LEAKING OUT FROM INJECTOR ONTO HOT ENGINE COULD CAUSE FIRE. HAD PART REPLACED- FUEL INJECTORS #2 AND 3. NOW ANOTHER IS LEAKING. HAVE TO TAKE IT IN, BUT MONEY IS AN OBJECT. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 22, 2004
Incident date: Dec 20, 2004
THE HEAD GASKET WAS LEAKING ANTIFREEZE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT. *JB.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Nov 12, 2004
Incident date: Oct 20, 2004
CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT UNLOCKED ON ITS OWN. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 30, 2004
Incident date: Sep 15, 2002
WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS, AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS SINCE THE BEGINNING. FIRST THING WAS THE COOLING FAN. IT QUIT WORKING ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER WE BOUGHT THE CAR. WE HAD THAT FIXED THEN STARTED HAVING OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD WORK HERE AND THERE, THE TURN SIGNA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
May 15, 2004
Incident date: May 10, 2004
1995 SUNFIRE, I BOUGHT THIS CAR IN 1997. THE BRAKES LOCK-UP WHEN I AM DRIVING AND I HAVE TO STOP A A CORNER OR LIGHT. THIS USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHEN OR AFTER IT RAINS. IT IS VERY SCARY I ALMOST LOSE CONTROL OVER THE CAR.MY HEAD GASKETS HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE. THE ENGINE GAGE RISES ALMOST TO OVER H... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Oct 27, 2003
Incident date: Oct 27, 2003
DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS LOCKED AND UNLOCKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. THE DOOR MECHANISM WAS THE PROBLEM. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Oct 14, 2003
WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT A STOP SIGN AND WITHOUT WARNING LEFT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT SNAPPED IN TWO. WHEN THIS OCCURRED, LEFT WHEEL ALMOST CAME COMPLETELY OFF. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL ABOUT STARTER. HAD FIRE (SMOKE) IN STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT. WINDOWS STUCK HALF WAY, BLINKING LIGHTS IN DASH AND HAD MOTOR REPLACED, BUT VERY BAD, DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL AND MOTOR FROZE. CAR IS IN DESTRUCTION MODE.
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Jul 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL ABOUT STARTER. HAD FIRE (SMOKE) IN STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT. WINDOWS STUCK HALF WAY, BLINKING LIGHTS IN DASH AND HAD MOTOR REPLACED, BUT VERY BAD, DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL AND MOTOR FROZE. CAR IS IN DESTRUCTION MODE.
Fire
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL ABOUT STARTER. HAD FIRE (SMOKE) IN STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT. WINDOWS STUCK HALF WAY, BLINKING LIGHTS IN DASH AND HAD MOTOR REPLACED, BUT VERY BAD, DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL AND MOTOR FROZE. CAR IS IN DESTRUCTION MODE.
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Jul 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL ABOUT STARTER. HAD FIRE (SMOKE) IN STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT. WINDOWS STUCK HALF WAY, BLINKING LIGHTS IN DASH AND HAD MOTOR REPLACED, BUT VERY BAD, DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL AND MOTOR FROZE. CAR IS IN DESTRUCTION MODE.
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL ABOUT STARTER. HAD FIRE (SMOKE) IN STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT. WINDOWS STUCK HALF WAY, BLINKING LIGHTS IN DASH AND HAD MOTOR REPLACED, BUT VERY BAD, DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL AND MOTOR FROZE. CAR IS IN DESTRUCTION MODE.
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jun 24, 2003
Incident date: Jun 20, 2003
1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE REAR OF CAR SQUATS WHEN BRAKING I'VE HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED / ADJUSTED NUMEROUS TIMES NHTSA ALREADY HAS THIS LISTED AS SERVICE BULLETIN 735018 I WOULD LIKE TO ADD OUR VEHICLE TO THIS COMPLAINT. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 22, 2003
Incident date: May 13, 2003
HEAD GASKET PROBLEM ON A 1995 SUNFIRE. SEEMS THAT THIS IS A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM ON THIS ENGINE. 2.2 LITER. *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 14, 2003
Incident date: Sep 1, 2000
HEAD GASKET FAILURE ON MY 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE. WHEN I HAD IT REPAIRED AFTER NOT REALLY DRIVING IT FOR TWO YEARS BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH THE 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE. *NLM
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 2, 2003
Incident date: Jan 31, 2003
WHEN DRIVING AND SPEED REACHED 40 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, WHEN SPEED REACHED 60 MPH IT VIBRATES AGAIN. WHEN DECELERATING AFTER DRIVING FOR A LITTLE WHILE, AND SPEED REACHED 10 MPH (WHILE DECELERATING) THE CAR VIBRATES VIOLENTLY, THEN SHUTS OFF. WHEN I RESTART THE ENGINE IT RUNS NOISILY WHILE STILL IN ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Feb 2, 2003
Incident date: Jan 31, 2003
WHEN DRIVING AND SPEED REACHED 40 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, WHEN SPEED REACHED 60 MPH IT VIBRATES AGAIN. WHEN DECELERATING AFTER DRIVING FOR A LITTLE WHILE, AND SPEED REACHED 10 MPH (WHILE DECELERATING) THE CAR VIBRATES VIOLENTLY, THEN SHUTS OFF. WHEN I RESTART THE ENGINE IT RUNS NOISILY WHILE STILL IN ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Feb 2, 2003
Incident date: Jan 31, 2003
WHEN DRIVING AND SPEED REACHED 40 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, WHEN SPEED REACHED 60 MPH IT VIBRATES AGAIN. WHEN DECELERATING AFTER DRIVING FOR A LITTLE WHILE, AND SPEED REACHED 10 MPH (WHILE DECELERATING) THE CAR VIBRATES VIOLENTLY, THEN SHUTS OFF. WHEN I RESTART THE ENGINE IT RUNS NOISILY WHILE STILL IN ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 2, 2003
Incident date: Jan 31, 2003
WHEN DRIVING AND SPEED REACHED 40 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, WHEN SPEED REACHED 60 MPH IT VIBRATES AGAIN. WHEN DECELERATING AFTER DRIVING FOR A LITTLE WHILE, AND SPEED REACHED 10 MPH (WHILE DECELERATING) THE CAR VIBRATES VIOLENTLY, THEN SHUTS OFF. WHEN I RESTART THE ENGINE IT RUNS NOISILY WHILE STILL IN ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jan 27, 2003
Incident date: Jan 20, 2003
THE HEAD GASKET FAILED AND ANTIFREEZE LEAKED ONTO THE ENGINE. *AK *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jan 25, 2003
Incident date: Jan 24, 2003
HEAD GASKET LEAKED COOLANT AND WAS REPLACED AT 44,941 MILES. IT STARTED LEAKING AGAIN AT 54,313 AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. PONTIAC WON'T COVER IT BECAUSE THE CAR IS MORE THAN 7 YEARS OLD AND DEALER WON'T COVER IT BECAUSE IT WAS MORE THAN ONE YEAR WHEN IT HAD TO BE REPLACED THE SECOND TIME. WHAT'S THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Dec 19, 2002
Incident date: Dec 19, 2002
IN FULFILLMENT OF RECALL 02008-S, A GM DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS WILL DESTROY THE TERMINAL ON THE SOLENOID, RESULTING IN THE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF BOTH THE SOLENOID AND STARTER MOTOR. BOTH PARTS ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER BUT GM WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF THIS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Dec 19, 2002
Incident date: Dec 19, 2002
IN FULFILLMENT OF RECALL 02008-S, A GM DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS WILL DESTROY THE TERMINAL ON THE SOLENOID, RESULTING IN THE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF BOTH THE SOLENOID AND STARTER MOTOR. BOTH PARTS ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER BUT GM WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF THIS... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 6, 2002
CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT HEAD GASKETPROBLEMS. HEAD GASKET WAS LEAKING. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT THIS WAS NOT A RECALL SO THERE FOR THEY WON'T COVER IT . *TS *TT *NLM.*AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Nov 4, 2002
Incident date: Oct 15, 2002
THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE STARTER, DEALER REPLACED STARTER AND UPON LEAVING STATION THE CONSUMER TRIED TO TURN ON HEAT, HEATER FAN STOPPED BLOWING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR THE HEATER FAN STOPPED WORKING DUE TO A GROUND WIRE THAT WAS NOT REPLACED ONCE THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE C... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Oct 30, 2002
THE ANTIFREEZE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED, CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED AS A BAD HEAD GASKET. TS *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Oct 21, 2002
Incident date: Oct 11, 2002
DEALER TAKING TO LONG TO PERFORM RECALL. RECALL#02V070000 IGNTION SWITCH BUICK 2500 EAST HARDING SHERIDAN, AR 72150 870-534-3020 TS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Aug 13, 2002
Incident date: Jul 7, 2002
THEE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN IT CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO A RECALL REGARDING THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING COLUMN NUMBER 02V070. CONSUMER NEVER RECIEVED A RECALL NOTICE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DEEMED TOTALED. *JG
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Aug 6, 2002
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATION (02V070000) HOWEVER IT TOOK 2 DAYS TO GET THE PART INSTALLED BECAUSE THE FIRST DAY CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALER HE WAS TOLD THERE WERE NOT ENOUGH PARTS, EVEN THOUGH CONSUMER CALLED IN ADVANCE AND CONFIRMED IF THERE WERE PARTS, THE SAME DAY THE RELAY WAS INSTALLED... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Jun 27, 2002
VEHICLE BROKE DOWN WHILE BEING DRIVEN. OWNER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, AND HAD ALTERNATOR REPLACED. RECALL 02V070000 REPAIRS FAILED BECAUSE PART WAS PLACED TOO CLOSE TO FAN WHICH CUT THE WIRES. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Jun 3, 2002
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
WHEN TURNING IGNITION SWITCH SMOKE STARTED TO COME FROM BEHIND STEERING COMPONENT, AND SECONDS LATER VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
May 20, 2002
Incident date: Apr 1, 2002
RECALL 02V070000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. DEALERSHIP HAD NO PARTS AVAILABLE. BALCOMI PONTAC BICK GMC INK 84 AVON ROAD GENESEO NEW YORK 14452 585 243 2170. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 14, 2002
THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET HAD TO BE REPLACED, CONSUMER LATER FOUND OUT THAT THE PART WAS DEFECTIVE AND MANUFACTURER WOULD HAVE FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE, HOWEVER CONSUMER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET A RESPONSE FROM MANUFACTURER REGARDING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Apr 25, 2002
THERE'S A HESITATION WHEN BRAKING, ALSO, THERE'S HEAVY WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM EXHAUST. TOOK TO DEALER, AND DEALER STATED AN OIL LEAK WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
May 6, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
VEHICLE IS LEAKING WATER FROM HEAD GASKET. COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON DASH. TOOK TO DEALER. ALSO THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V367000. *AK DEALER FOUND SMALL HOLE IN CYLINDER HEAD. ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IS OVERHEATING. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT STOP. VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALTERNA... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 10, 2002
Incident date: Mar 23, 2002
CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND WENT INTO A DITCH, UPON IMPACT NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. CONSUMER SUFFERED BACK INJURIES, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED.*AK *YH
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Apr 8, 2002
Incident date: Apr 4, 2002
CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL, AND WAS TOLD THAT PART WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL JULY 2002. WHAT GOOD WAS THE RECALL IF PROBLEM COULD NOT BE CORRECTED.*AK *YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 3, 2002
HEAD GASKET HAS FAILED TWICE. THE SECOND FAILURE AT 77,000 MILES. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 25, 2002
Incident date: Feb 19, 2002
THE FIRST FAILURE OF THE HEAD GASKET WAS ON AUG 12, 1996 WITH 12,453 MILES. PONTIAC WILL NOT RECALL THE 2.2 LITER (IRON) DUKE) ENGINE, NOR ARE THEY WILLING TO REPLACE THE ENGINE. THE WARRANTY STATES IT WILL BE COVERED FOR 7YEARS/100,000 MILES, BUT WHAT HAPPEN AFTER THAT??? THE HEAD GASKETS ONLY ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Oct 15, 2001
THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET HAD TO BE REPLACED, CONSUMER LATER FOUND OUT THAT THE PART WAS DEFECTIVE AND MANUFACTURER WOULD HAVE FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE, HOWEVER CONSUMER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET A RESPONSE FROM MANUFACTURER REGARDING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 10, 2001
ANY TIME THE CAR IS STARTED, EITHER COLD OR WARM START, THE MOTOR HAS A VERY IRRATIC IDLE, COMES CLOSE TO STALLING, AND GIVES OFF VERY STRONG EXHAUST FUMES. THE PROBLEM LASTS FOR 1-3 MINUTES, DURING WHICH THE CAR IS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. UNTIL THIS TIME HAS ELAPSED, THE MOTOR IS UNRESPONSIVE TO ANY... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jul 25, 2001
THIS WAS NOT A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY TURNED OFF. IT WOULD NOT START IN THE MORNING AND ABOUT TWO HOURS LATER THE IGNITION WIRING CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE STEERING COLUMN AND DASH BOARD WERE MELTED. THE FRONT SEAT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKED IN A LARGE CIRCLE... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Jul 10, 2001
Incident date: Jul 2, 2001
AIRBAG LIGHT HAS COME ON, DEALER WILL REPLACE AIRBAG SENSOR. SENSOR HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES BEFORE.*AK
Showing 50 of 154 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 33.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 29.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 29.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
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, 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
98 manufacturer communications from 83 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 4 |
| 162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
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
PIP4723D
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
17NA073
Sep 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIC4696D
Sep 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
17NA073
Feb 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
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
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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
17-NA-073
Mar 15, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIP4723B
Feb 22, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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
PIC4696B
Dec 4, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696A
Oct 23, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696A
Oct 23, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
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
000089008E
Oct 1, 2005
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY WANT TO TOW THEIR VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH ALL FOUR TIRES ONT HE GROUND. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING RECREATIONAL (DINGHY) TOWING FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES INCLUDING 1988-2004 CHEVROLET AND GMC LI
030864009A
Mar 1, 2005
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
LEFT OUTSIDE BREAKAWAY MIRROR INOPERATIVE. *TT UPDATE. *TT
010844005A
Oct 1, 2004
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
INFORMATION ON ERROR CODES ON RADIO DISPLAY THEIR CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION. *EH
04152004
Apr 15, 2004
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
VEHICLES MAY SET ANYONE OR A COMBINATION OF FRONT-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CODES AS INTERMITTENT OR HARD FAILURES. GM VOICEMAIL EXPRESS. *TT
00966
Jan 1, 2004
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
00966B
Jan 1, 2004
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
ABS FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT
01967
Jan 1, 2004
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
FRONT SUSPENSION STEER NOISE SMOOTH ROAD TURNS. *MR
030730021A
Nov 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NEUTRAL FLARE AND/OR RPM FLARE WHILE IN DRIVE, NO 1-2 UPSHIFT, SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT ILLUMINATED, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1810, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1815 SET. *TT
000089008B
Sep 1, 2003
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY WANT TO TOW THEIR VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH ALL FOUR TIRES ONT HE GROUND. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING RECREATIONAL (DINGHY) TOWING FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES INCLUDING 1988-2004 CHEVROLET AND GMC LI
030864011A
Sep 1, 2003
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
MIRROR VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
030730021
May 1, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
NEUTRAL FLARE AND/OR RPM FLARE WHILE IN DRIVE, NO 1-2 UPSHIFT, SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT ILLUMINATED, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1810, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1815 SET. *TT
020730050
Dec 1, 2002
100000 POWER TRAIN
ENGINEERING CHANGES TO THE VALVE BODY, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE, 2-3 ACCUMULATOR VALVE AND BORE FOR 2002-2003 MODEL YEAR 4T45E TRANSAXLES AND SUBSEQUENT OVERHAUL PROCEDURES WHICH AFFECT 1995-2001 MODEL YEAR TRANSAXLES. *TT
291001
Oct 29, 2001
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
CUSTOMER CONCERN OF PREMATURE FOG LAMP FAILURE. *TT
010849009
Jun 1, 2001
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT. NLM
000089008A
May 1, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY WANT TO TOW THEIR VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH ALL FOUR TIRES ONT HE GROUND. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING RECREATIONAL (DINGHY) TOWING FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES INCLUDING THE 1996 THROUGH 2000 TOYOTA C
990730030A
Apr 1, 2001
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E OR 4T65-E TRANSAXLES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN STANDING IN PARK ON A HILL OR SLOPE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING
150900
Sep 15, 2000
010000 STEERING
THIS MESSAGE CONCERNS VEHICLES EXHIBITING A CLUNK NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CUSTOMERS MAY STATE THAT A CLUNK NOISE IS HEARD WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT
000849006
Jun 1, 2000
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
EXHIBITING A RATTLE TYPE NOISE FROM GLOVE BOX DOOR OR KEY LOCK CYLINDER. *TT
000849003
Jun 1, 2000
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
EXPERIENCING A RATTLE / SQUEAK IN RIGHT SIDE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL SCRATCHED OR RIGHT SIDE END OF INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTACTING DOOR TRIM PANEL. *TT
98054
May 2, 2000
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING ADDTIONAL INFORMATION FOR SPECIAL POLICY 98054 - COOLANT LOSS, VISIBLE COOLANT LEAKAGE, OR COOLANT ODOR. **MR
99088A
Apr 27, 2000
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSION CAMPAIGN INVOLVING VEHICLES EXHIBITING SYMPTONS RESULTING IN THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. **MR
99088REV
Apr 7, 2000
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
INFORMATION REGARDING ADDITIONAL CORRECTIONS FROM PRIVIOUS CAMPAIGN 99088, CONDITIONS THAT CONCERN ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATION. MJS
99088A
Apr 1, 2000
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
VEHICLES EXHIBIT SYMPTOMS RESULTING IN THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH (INSPECTION, CLEAN/REPLACE AND SEAL PCM, AND INSTALL PROTECTIVE PCM SHIELD ASSEMBLY). *MJS
000524001
Apr 1, 2000
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR
99088
Mar 1, 2000
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
GENERAL MOTORS HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A VOLUNTARY EMISSION CAMPAIGN INVOLVING VEHICLES EXHIBITING SYMPTOMS RESULTING IN THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. *TT
990730030
Dec 1, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60 OR 4T60-E TRANSXALES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN IN PARK ON INCLINE. *TT
990864026
Oct 1, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ON SOME CONVERTIBLE MODELS, THE DOOR RATTLES WHEN CLOSING. *TT
990864015
Sep 1, 1999
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
CONCERNS WITH THE LEFT HAND MANUAL MIRROR NOT ADJUSTING WHEN THE ADJUSTMENT LEVER IS MOVED. *TT
98054A
Aug 1, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A FAILURE OF THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET LEADING TO EXTERNAL COOLANT LEAKS. *TT
990940001
May 1, 1999
150000 SEAT BELTS
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELT PLASTIC COVER WILL NOT STAY SNAPPED IN PLACE ON COUPE MODELS ONLY. *TT
990857019
May 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
CONDITIONS WITH WATER LEAK AT FRONT HEADER. *TT
990850007
Apr 1, 1999
220000 SEATS
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THERE IS A BULGE IN THE MATERIAL ON THE TOP BACKSIDE OF EITHER FRONT BUCKET SEAT. *TT
831522
Dec 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
REAR COMPARTMENT (TRUNK) LID LATCH DIFFICULT TO UNLOCK / OPEN. *YC
98054
Oct 8, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
GENERAL MOTORS HAS DETERMINED THAT SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.2 LITER ENGINES MAY DEVELOP A FAILURE OF THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET LEADING TO EXTERNAL COOLANT LEAKS FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET TO ENGINE BLOCK JOINT. *TT
98054
Oct 1, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A FAILURE OF THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET LEADING TO EXTERNAL COOLANT LEAKS FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET TO ENGINE BLOCK JOINT. *YC
98731069
Sep 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
A RATTLE COMING FROM THE DOOR(S) WHEN THE DOOR WINDOW GLASS IS LOWERED. *YC
636604C
Sep 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
COMMENTS THAT A METALLIC NOISE OR COLD RAP HEARD ON COLD EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT
731060B
Jul 1, 1998
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER SHOWS WEAR OR PERMANENT DAMAGE IN VARIOUS AREAS. YD
98636604B
Jun 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
COMMENTS THAT A METALLIC NOISE ON COLD EXHAUST SYSTEMS. *TT
98836539A
Apr 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE ENGINE NOW LIGHT ON OR A NO-START CONDITION. *YC
98636604A
Apr 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT THAT A METALLIC NOISE OR
98876121A
Apr 1, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLATTERING NOISE AT IDLE SPEED ORIGINATING FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AND FRONT COVER AREA. *YC
98731616A
Apr 1, 1998
220000 SEATS
SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO SEAT BELT ANCHOR SLEEVE. *YC
98731060A
Feb 1, 1998
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
COMMENTS ON THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER SHOWING WEAR OR PERMANENT DAMAGE. *YC
735018
Jan 1, 1998
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
COMMENTS THAT THE REAR BRAKES MAY DRAG/HEAT UP OR REAR OF CAR IS SQUATTING DUE TO AGGRESSIVE REAR BRAKE. *YC
971101731616
Nov 1, 1997
220000 SEATS
COMMENTS THAT THE SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR SLEEVE. *YC
971101731060
Nov 1, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
VARIOUS AREAS OF THE VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER SHOWS WEAR OR PERMANENT DAMAGE. *YC
971101731063
Nov 1, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
COMMENTS OF A RATTLE NOISE UNDER THE HOOD OR INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. *YC
971001731508
Oct 1, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
COMMENTS THAT THE DECK LID WILL NOT OPEN WHEN THE INTERIOR REMOTE RELEASE HANDLE IS PULLED. *YC
970801735026
Aug 1, 1997
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
COMMENT THAT THE ABS LIGHT IS ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) 46 AND 86 SET AS CURRENT OR HISTORY. *YC
776001
Jul 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION CONCERNING ENGINE KNOCK/RATTLE OR TAP NOISE BEFORE ENGINE HAS REACHED OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR UNDER LIGHT LOAD CONDITIONS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE (REPLACE PISTON AND/OR ROD ASSEMBLIES). AK
970501776109
May 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EXHIBITING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, AND P0304 INDICATING ENGINE MISFIRE CONDITIONS. *YC
776109
Apr 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE STALL AT COLD START, ROUGH IDLE, OIL FILTER EXPANSION, HIGH OIL PRESSURE AND ENGINE MISFIRE DTC'S (REPLACE OIL PUMP WITH IMPROVED PRESS RELIEF VALVE BORE). *TW
631040A
Apr 1, 1997
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
SCUFFED INTERIOR QUARTER TRIM PANELS ON CONVERTIBLE TOPS (ADD LOOP FASTENER TAPE/RE-STAKE REINFORCEMENT/ADD LOOP FASTENER). *TW
733403
Apr 1, 1997
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
REAR SHOCK NOISE IN TRUNK AREA - SOUNDS LIKE LOOSE LUMBER. *TW
549001A
Mar 1, 1997
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CLN INDICATOR APPEARS ON RADIO DISPLAY AND DOES NOT TURN OFF (RESET CLN INDICATOR WITH THE EJECT BUTTON ON TAPE). *TW
731502
Mar 1, 1997
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
LEFT HAND MIRROR DOES NOT ADJUST WHEN ADJUSTMENT LEVER IS MOVED (ADJUST LEVER TO ALIGN WITH LEVER SLIDE). *TW
776001
Mar 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
KNOCK, RATTLE OR TAP NOISE FROM THE ENGINE BEFORE THE ENGINE HAS REACHED OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR UNDER LIGHT LOAD CONDITIONS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE KNOCK, RATTLE OR TAP NOISE FROM THE ENGINE BEFORE THE ENGINE HAS REACHED OPERATING
9702019774T
Feb 1, 1997
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VARIOUS INFORMATION REGARDING OVERNIGHT COLD SOAK CONDITIONS. *YC
677160
Feb 1, 1997
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
DELAY ENGAGEMENT INTO DRIVE AFTER COLD SOAK (REPLACE WITH REVISED FORWARD CLUTCH HOUSING ASSEMBLY COMPLETE). *TW
731601
Feb 1, 1997
221200 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
RATTLE/SQUEAK FROM PASSENGER (RIGHT) SIDE OF REAR FOLDING SEATBACK AREA (REPOSITION RIGHT HAND FRAME ARM). *TW
638139
Jan 1, 1997
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
INTERIOR DOME LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME (REROUTE WIRE HARNESS). *TW
637205
Jan 1, 1997
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
LEAK IN THE AXLE SEAL AREA (SHORTEN VENT HOSE). *TW
9573T4001
Aug 1, 1995
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
GRINDING AND/OR GROWLING NOISE IN PARK ON INCLINE.*SD
531510
Aug 1, 1995
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FUEL FILLER DOOR LATCH RETAINER SNAP-IN LEGS LOOSE/NOT SECURED (INSTALL RETAINING CLIP). *SD
576112
May 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
UNKNOWN
535010
May 1, 1995
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
UNKNOWN
435006A
May 1, 1995
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
UNKNOWN
536403
May 1, 1995
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
UNKNOWN
GM533202
Apr 1, 1995
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
KNOCKING NOISE HEARD AT LOW SPEEDS OVER ROUGH ROADS. *TW
GM531608
Apr 1, 1995
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A NEW FRONT CONSOLE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM OF DRINK CONTAINERS TIPPING OVER EASILY. *TW
533301
Mar 1, 1995
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
UNKNOWN
533301
Mar 1, 1995
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
CLUNK NOISES FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WHEN RIDING OVER LARGE BUMPS. *TW
538105
Feb 1, 1995
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
ERRATIC INTERIOR LIGHTING CONDITIONS. *TW
4615
Oct 31, 2007
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
ABS PUMP RUNNING WHEN NOT NEEDED. *NJ
PONTIAC SUNFIRE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PONTIAC SUNFIRE across all model years (1995, 2005).
51
Total Recalls
1,643
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
153
Reported Crashes
61
Reported Fires
8
Reported Deaths
PONTIAC SUNFIRE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.