Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that she had experienced several electrical failures with the computer system intermittently stopping operation without warning. The contact also stated that the check engine and tire pressure warning lights would illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic on several occasions however, despite each repairs, the warning lights would return. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
2006 Pontiac Vibe engine problems
30 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 92,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine3
- Exhaust system2
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
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Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Pontiac Vibe engine
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Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 pontiac vibe vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe (lv6) engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
- Risk
- There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the production number of the ECM and replace the ECM if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 8, 2011. Owners may contact gm at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 10V387000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Engine Stall
On August 26, 2010, Toyota submitted a Defect Information Report to the federal safety agency regarding problems with Engine Control Modules that could result in engine stall while driving in certain model year (MY) 2005 through 2008 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with the 1ZZ-FE engine and two-wheel drive and manufactured between April 19, 2004 and January 2, 2008.Toyota's report indicated that cracks may develop at certain solder point or on varistors on the ECMs.According to Toyota, such cracks generally resulted in engine warning lamp illumination, harsh shifting or engine no-start.In some cases, if the cracking occurs on particular solder points or varistors, the engine could stop while the vehicle is being driven.Toyota will notify owners of subject vehicles that they should return their vehicles to a Toyota or Pontiac dealer.Dealers will be instructed to inspect the production number of the ECM for each vehicle and replace the ECM if necessary.On November 30, 2009, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE09-054) to investigate alleged engine stall while driving in model year (MY) 2006 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles.In its response to ODI's information request, submitted on March 2, 2010, Toyota indicated that it had identified two possible conditions with ECMs used in MY 2005 through 2007 Toyota Corolla and Matrix vehicles:1) cracks forming between the IC and the board caused by an improperly cured conformal coating applied to the circuit boards after the soldering process is completed; and 2) cracks occurring in a variable resistor (varistor) due to overheating.During the manufacturing process a glass coating is created on the surface of the varistor.Between March and August 2010, Toyota began collecting ECMs from the field to further investigate failure modes that may result in engine stall.Toyota also conducted durability testing on ECMs collected from in-use vehicles to assess whether the problems may be a continuing trend. In addition, they conducted durability testing in order to assess whether this problem was a continuing trend.Toyota found that 4 of 32 collected ECMs malfunctioned after thermal shock testing.Toyota also confirmed that cracking could develop at solder points on the ECM circuit board that could lead to engine stall while driving and that this trend was likely to continue.The manufacturer failure data in this resume is limited to MY 2005 through 2007 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles.Based on Toyota's recall, this Engineering analysis has been closed.
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What 2006 Pontiac Vibe owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My vehicle was parked, I cranked my engine up, and it ran for a few minutes and then shut off. I am unable to crank my vehicle up at all now. Light pink fluid is leaking out of the throttle body.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that the service engine indicator flashed and remained illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the catalytic converter and o2 sensor failed. Additional testing was required to further inspect the vehicle. In addition, the VIN was included but not notified of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v286000 (air bags). The contact called the manufacturer to address being referred to a dealer to diagnose the failure and to determine when a dealer would be able to schedule the recall repair. The contact was uncertain of when the vehicle would be repaired. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
My check engine light keeps going on & off whenever it feels like it. My mother just got this car & it should not be doing this. It's very dangerous with it being accurate.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that the check engine light would illuminate when driving at speeds higher than 50 MPH. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated that the transmission fluid was burned. The mechanic diagnosed that the transmission gears failed. The contact stated that the failures related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v387000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
I bought this car couple years ago. I am at about 150000 miles . My check engine light has been turning on and off this whole year. Couple weeks ago I got 2 opinions to.get it chevked.out. The first spot gave me a estimate of about 2500 & second place about the same. They told me that there was a glitxh in the 2006 pontiac vibe transmissuon & computer. I drive about an hour to work everyday. I do not feel any difference when I drive but I definitely do not feel safe with the check engine light. Sometimes it will turn off but it is currently on again. I have checked gas cap & it secure. I have not even had this car for a long time. The check light should not be coming on at 150000. This is the only car that my.mother and I have & we definitely can not afford to buy or fix. Takata recall I have been doing research and I have not got into an acciden but I do not want my airbags to not work if something were to happen..this is not safe. I need this fixed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle over heated and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was turned off and allowed to cool down. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. While driving at approximately 40 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle hesitated and back fired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v387000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 117,000. Ma 09/25
I was coming up my driveway and my engine light came on. I had a guy check to see what was causing the light to be on and it's my ECM. I see where there is/was a recall on the engine control modules on my vehicle and I have never been sent this recall. Just wondering if this is why my light came on....due to a bad module that was never recalled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac vibe. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle ran hot and the contact noticed that the radiator fan had become detached from the motor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the radiator fan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Questions about the 2006 Pontiac Vibe engine
Does the 2006 Pontiac Vibe have engine problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the engine of the 2006 Pontiac Vibe, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Pontiac Vibe engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Pontiac Vibe engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V387000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Pontiac Vibe have bad engine?
The Pontiac Vibe model years with the most engine complaints are 2005 (43 complaints), 2009 (37 complaints) and 2006 (30 complaints).
Other 2006 Pontiac Vibe problems
Airbags 119Transmission 12Electrical 11Acceleration 6Visibility 6Brakes 3Body 2Fuel system 2Seat belts 2Tires 2Lights 1Seats 1
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