Pontiac Sunfire stalling problems

Filed Oct 2, 2014 · Driver assistance, Engine · 98,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac sunfire. While driving various speeds, the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to restart and the traction warning indicator illuminated. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

Filed Oct 2, 2014 · Engine · 72,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac sunfire. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the engine stalled and the track off warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts and was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Acceleration, Electrical · 112,000 miles · MO

Bought car used in 2013. Everything seemed to be okay until 9/12/14 when the theft system service light came on and I noticed the speedometer, rpms, and gas indicators were not reading - car began stalling like it was going to shut down. I was traveling about 50 to 55 MPH on a busy street. After car is shut off for a time it starts up okay and runs until the same thing reoccurs after going about 20 miles or so - if car shuts down while moving it could cause a serious injury or death. I have read numerous complaints about this same thing on various websites. Apparently, the approximate cost to fix is $400.00 - I am on a limited income and cannot afford. Please help.

Filed Mar 3, 2014 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel filter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired but did not rectify the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2013 · Engine · 74,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the timing chain became fractured and as result, the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was unknown.

Filed May 18, 2012 · Electrical, Fuel system · 116,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac sunfire. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at any speed. The failure was experienced several times. The contact replaced the fuses. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic test performed. The failure and the current mileages were 116,000. Updated 06/20/12*lj the consumer stated the fuel injection was not replaced. Her husband replaced the fuses. Updated 06/22/12 updated 8/20/12 *cn the consumer also stated the vehicle used an excessive amount of fuel. Updated 08/23/12

Filed Sep 18, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · TN

In less than 1 year I have taken my car to have it repaired 6 times for what I feel is the exact same problem! My engine stalls when I am coming to a stop or after being on the interstate and it idles rough. I have had my catalytic converter replaced twice in the past year, fuel sensor replaced, spark plugs, coil, wire to the ignition module replaced. My car still runs rough and stalls while driving on interstate, when idling in traffic, and when I come to a complete stop. This needs to be investigated. I have spent over $2,000 in repairs and tow fees. This is very unsafe.

Filed Jul 20, 2007 · Electrical · NV

I own a 2002 pontiac sunfire and I constantly have trouble starting it and there are no problems with the battery. After I play with the wiring for a bit it eventually starts yet when I'm driving it it stalls out and it seems like my car has a hard time shifting gears because it jolts as I speed up or slow down. And sometimes it jolts when I'm not accelerating nor decreasing speed. This has happened ever since I purchased the car in mid 2006. And after researching it I found that the same make and model of my car has been recalled for various reasons.

Filed Feb 17, 2007 · Engine · 00

2005 pontiac sunfire continuously stalling. Has been back to dealer four times, going back for fifth. They cannot find a problem. This creates a very dangerous situation, and nearly resulted in accidents when it stalled as I attempted to clear intersections. Pontiac hq in canada of no assistance whatsoever, dealer unable to resolve problem. A total lack of caring about resolving the issue, or the fact that this is a defective, unsafe vehicle from all levels of this company.

Filed Oct 6, 2006 · Engine · 33,000 miles · TN

I am experiencing the same issue as odi id number : 1016866, where at anytime, any speed, stopped or moving, my car's engine will drop below the normal idling speed and stall out. It will just stop! The car is moving, but the engine has stopped! This has happened several times! I've experienced this problem a couple of times in a high volume traffic area. This issue could cause serious injury or wreck, because when the engine is stopped, you loose power steering! This car is not an easy car to maneuver without power steering. I cranked the key, the car would start right up, but as soon as the clutch hits the floor and gives the engine time to wind down, it stalls again. This issue is very sporadic, I haven't been able to put a finger on what would cause the engine to stall that way. I did email pontiac's customer support and have received no regard to my email. No questions, no confirmation other than the automatic reply, no calls, nothing. I feel like we are getting shafted on this issue and I don't think pontiac is taking this issue seriously! I don't think they realize the potential danger this issue proposes!