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5Y2SP67009Z••••••2009 Pontiac VIBE
This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2009 Pontiac VIBE build (12 vs 6).
12on this build
490on the model
76builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedAir Bags 8Suspension 1Wheels 1Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireDec 2019
Power window master switch failure. Shorted and caught on fire. Fire was isolated to switch and door panel, however interior of car did fill up with smoke. Power window master switch was previously addressed as per bulletin 15791a however recall did not remedy defective…
Air BagsAug 2017
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 pontiac vibe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V006000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Vehicle Speed ControlDec 2016
Pedal accelerator - when driving, the car accelerates on this own even when the accelerator pedal is not depressed. The result is increased speeds, and when reaching a stop, the car has to quickly be placed in neutral or park to stop the car, else, it will continue to move.…
EngineMay 2016
Exsesive oil consumption. Motor can sieze during operation resulting in steering and braking failure
SuspensionJun 2010
2009 pontiac vibe. Consumer several problems with vehicle *tgw the consumer stated the tires had to be replaced, because the vehicle would not steer correctly and it vibrated on a continuous basis. The consumer stated the vehicle felt as though it had no suspension system. The…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5Y2SP67009Z461088 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.