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2005 Pontiac Vibe transmission problems

34 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 97,000.

owner complaints
34
of this car's complaints
11%
typical mileage
97,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    13
  • Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
    6
  • Manual transmission
    1
  • Driveline
    1
  • Automatic transmission: torque converter
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Pontiac Vibe transmission problems in other years

20032004200520062007200820092010

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Pontiac Vibe transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Harsh shifting 8Transmission failure 7Jerking 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2005 Pontiac Vibe owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 19, 2019 · Transmission · PR

See attached. Self explanatory, I asked the representative if they turned off check engine light and reconfigure the new PCM and complete the programing and according to the work order, it reads v2326 inspect and replace PCM (inc reprograming) check engine light is on, it has a code p0630, VIN # mismacth see the attachement. Check engine light comes on after delete the fault code.

Filed Nov 13, 2019 · Transmission · 132,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated when the vehicle was started. Also, while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle later restarted and was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the control module was faulty. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags) by an unknown pontiac dealer in dallas, tx two years ago. The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.

Filed Aug 27, 2019 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac vibe. Upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact drove to an independent mechanic and was informed that a torque converter sensor inside the transmission failed. There were no recalls related to the failure. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Oct 22, 2018 · Acceleration, Engine · 190,000 miles · GA

The torque converter clutch switch is stuck off. Car is losing power not shifting up or down as it should. Oxygen sensor bank 1 says lean. Its as if its not pulling in enough air. To push power. Idles rough. Electrical issue or computer issue. Not sureas if im at stop light it shakes badly while slowing down leting off the gas. Or braking.

Filed May 31, 2017 · Transmission · 170,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac vibe. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to shift gears, including the reverse position. The vehicle was taken to the fred anderson toyota of charleston dealer location on 2100 savannah hwy in charleston, sc where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Jul 8, 2015 · Airbags, Transmission · 291,561 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac vibe. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shuttered, vibrated, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, after the vehicle was started, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 291,561.

Filed Feb 3, 2015 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac vibe. While driving approximately 37 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning after the brakes were depressed. The vehicle restarted after ten minutes and the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the PCM was faulty. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2015 · Transmission · KY

Transmission problem.

Filed Nov 13, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 142,000 miles · NY

2005 pontiac vibe with 133000mi had the PCM replaced under recall #10282 in october 2013. In june 2014, at 140000mi, the car started exhibiting the same symptoms as before the recall: hard upshifts and stalling while shifting from reverse to drive. The engine began cutting out for <1sec during steady-state driving at highway speeds, eventually stalling completely from 60mph in traffic. The hard shifting and stalling is intermittent, though most common after driving 10min or more. While driving at constant throttle, the tachometer dives from 3k RPM to under 1k before the engine restarts. This can be felt as a harsh jolt within the car, and will kill the cruise control and radio if either of those are in use.

Filed Mar 24, 2014 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · IL

No warning lights - no problems with car - middle of intersection - very loud noise and car froze. Towed to dealer - quoted $4800.00 to replace transmission. No other alternative available according to dealer. Called gm who agreed transmission should not fail with a well maintained - low mileage vibe but since there is no recall there is nothing they can do other than "support the dealer's decisions." I expected this car to last for several more years. The trade in price is not much more than this repair price. Driver was on their way to the highway and if this would have happened a few miles beyond where it did there could have been fatal consequences. With the current ignition recall issue that gm handled so poorly I am concerned that there could be an issue here that they just don't want to look at.

Questions about the 2005 Pontiac Vibe transmission

Does the 2005 Pontiac Vibe have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the transmission of the 2005 Pontiac Vibe, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2005 Pontiac Vibe transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 97,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Pontiac Vibe transmission?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Pontiac Vibe have bad transmission?

The Pontiac Vibe model years with the most transmission complaints are 2003 (49 complaints), 2005 (34 complaints) and 2009 (13 complaints).

Other 2005 Pontiac Vibe problems

Airbags 174Engine 43Visibility 18Electrical 15Acceleration 8Body 6Steering 6Tires 6Brakes 5Locks 4Fuel system 2Seat belts 2Suspension 2Lights 1Wheels 1

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