GM has confirmed that the 2005-2008 Pontiac Vibe is included in the previously announced recall of 1.3 million Toyota Corolla and Matrix models. About 200,000 Vibes are included.
As we stated in the earlier recall alert: “The engine control modules in some of these vehicles is defective and can lead to harsh shifting, stalling, or the vehicle could fail to start. Dealers will inspect the part to see if it is one of the defective units and replace it if necessary free of charge to owners."
There is no fix for the defect yet, and owners will receive a preliminary notification in mid-September. When the necessary replacement parts are available, Pontiac owners will be instructed to take their vehicles to an existing GM dealer, where the service will be conducted free of charge.
Owners can contact the National Highway Safety Administration at 888-327-4236.
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Recall Alert: 2005-2008 Pontiac Vibe
Thursday, August 26th, 2010Toyota Considers New Recall For Corolla, Matrix
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Toyota is determining how to address 1.2 million potentially faulty vehicles. The 2005-2007 model year Corolla and Matrix may have faulty engine control units leading to stalled engines. There had been 76 complaints on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website regarding the issue as of earlier this month.
Toyota says the problem could occur in 0.8% of the models over 10 years and that it would always lead to an engine warning light and a stalled engine. By our math, that would be 9,600 cars.
The Free Press says that any action could also affect the 2005-2007 Pontiac Vibe, which was built at the same plant as the Matrix.
Toyota mulls fix for stalling in 1.2M Corolla, Matrix models (Detroit Free Press)
Toyota Considers New Recall For Corolla, Matrix
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Toyota is determining how to address 1.2 million potentially faulty vehicles. The 2005-2007 model year Corolla and Matrix may have faulty engine control units leading to stalled engines. There had been 76 complaints on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website regarding the issue as of earlier this month.
Toyota says the problem could occur in 0.8% of the models over 10 years and that it would always lead to an engine warning light and a stalled engine. By our math, that would be 9,600 cars.
The Free Press says that any action could also affect the 2005-2007 Pontiac Vibe, which was built at the same plant as the Matrix.
Toyota mulls fix for stalling in 1.2M Corolla, Matrix models (Detroit Free Press)
Toyota Recall Update: Pontiac Vibe Gets Fix
Monday, February 8th, 2010Parts are being shipped this week, and letters will be sent to owners Feb. 16. Owners are being instructed in that mailing to contact their dealers after Feb. 22 to schedule an appointment.
Other news surrounding Toyota’s recent recall issues:
- An official announcement from Toyota regarding the 2010 Prius and reported braking problems is expected this week, some say as soon as Tuesday.
- NPR says a Lexus hybrid may also be included but doesn’t say which one.Other reports mention the new HS 250h.
- Toyota’s assembly plants that were shut down last week will start back up as early as today.
- Idled assembly workers spent their downtime on, among other things, improving quality control.
GM and Toyota Sorting Out Pedal Fix for Vibe
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010Toyota announced that parts to fix sticking accelerator pedals will be arriving at Toyota dealerships by the end of the week. For owners of 2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibes — a mechanical twin to the Toyota Matrix — GM says in a press release that the automaker and Toyota are sorting out how soon parts will be available for service at GM dealerships.
Owners can expect to be contacted by GM when a fix is available. There are 99,293 2009 and 2010 Vibes in the United States and Canada included in Toyota’s sticking accelerator pedal and floormat entrapment recalls. You can contact Pontiac at 800-620-7668 or visit GM’s owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Where Do Recalled Pontiac Vibe Owners Go?
Friday, January 29th, 2010There are currently 99,293 2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibes on the road that are also part of Toyota’s floormat and accelerator pedal recall, according to General Motors. If you’re a Vibe owner, you should expect a letter soon from GM explaining that you’ll be able to take your car to a local GM dealership once it has been informed from Toyota about repairs to address the recalls. As of now, there is still no official word of a timeframe for a fix, but owners will not be dealing with Toyota dealers directly for the repairs.
The two recalls that affect 2009 and 2010 Vibes revolve around unintended acceleration. One recall is for floormats that can interfere with the accelerator. Toyota recommends removing the floormats until repairs can be made.
The other recall is for a potential faulty accelerator pedal, which could feel balky, stiff or slow to return to idle position. If your pedal suffers from any of these symptoms, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says you should contact Pontiac at 800-620-7668 or visit GM’s owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Currently, GM says it hasn’t identified any incidents or customer complaints of sticking accelerator pedals with the Vibe. Like Toyota, GM has halted sales of Vibes, though at Cars.com we show only 13 Vibes in our national inventory.
Where Do Recalled Pontiac Vibe Owners Go?
Friday, January 29th, 2010There are currently 99,293 2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibes on the road that are also part of Toyota’s floormat and accelerator pedal recall, according to General Motors. If you’re a Vibe owner, you should expect a letter soon from GM explaining that you’ll be able to take your car to a local GM dealership once it has been informed from Toyota about repairs to address the recalls. As of now, there is still no official word of a timeframe for a fix, but owners will not be dealing with Toyota dealers directly for the repairs.
The two recalls that affect 2009 and 2010 Vibes revolve around unintended acceleration. One recall is for floormats that can interfere with the accelerator. Toyota recommends removing the floormats until repairs can be made.
The other recall is for a potential faulty accelerator pedal, which could feel balky, stiff or slow to return to idle position. If your pedal suffers from any of these symptoms, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says you should contact Pontiac at 800-620-7668 or visit GM’s owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Currently, GM says it hasn’t identified any incidents or customer complaints of sticking accelerator pedals with the Vibe. Like Toyota, GM has halted sales of Vibes, though at Cars.com we show only 13 Vibes in our national inventory.
Two Toyota Recalls Explained
Thursday, January 28th, 2010After last night’s news that Toyota is adding another 1.1 million vehicles to an October 2009 recall involving floormats getting stuck under accelerators, we think it's a good time to explain the two recalls and the vehicles included in each one. In all, 13 models are included in both recalls, totaling nearly 6 million cars, and 1.7 million of those are involved in both recalls.
Last week, Toyota announced a recall of 2.3 million vehicles because of a faulty accelerator pedal that could become stuck and lead to unintended acceleration. This recall is for a completely separate issue than the floormat-related recall. However, both lead to the same end result — unintended acceleration. The vehicles in the accelerator pedal recall include:
- 2009-10 RAV4
- 2009-10 Corolla
- 2009-10 Matrix
- 2005-10 Avalon
- Certain 2007-10 Camry models
- 2010 Highlander
- 2007-10 Tundra
- 2008-10 Sequoia
- 2009-10 Pontiac Vibe
The earlier floormat recall was announced after a fatal accident involving a Lexus sedan. This is a wider ranging recall involving more models and brands, including Lexus; it was just expanded by 1.1 million vehicles to 5.3 million vehicles. The vehicles in the floormat recall include:
- 2007-10 Camry
- 2005-10 Avalon
- 2004-09 Prius
- 2005-10 Tacoma
- 2007-10 Tundra
- 2008-10 Highlander
- 2009-10 Corolla
- 2009-10 Venza
- 2009-10 Matrix
- 2009-10 Pontiac Vibe
- 2007-10 Lexus ES 350
- 2006-10 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350
You can follow all of our coverage of the recall by using this link.
Two Toyota Recalls Explained
Thursday, January 28th, 2010After last night’s news that Toyota is adding another 1.1 million vehicles to an October 2009 recall involving floormats getting stuck under accelerators, we think it's a good time to explain the two recalls and the vehicles included in each one. In all, 13 models are included in both recalls, totaling nearly 6 million cars, and 1.7 million of those are involved in both recalls.
Last week, Toyota announced a recall of 2.3 million vehicles because of a faulty accelerator pedal that could become stuck and lead to unintended acceleration. This recall is for a completely separate issue than the floormat-related recall. However, both lead to the same end result — unintended acceleration. The vehicles in the accelerator pedal recall include:
- 2009-10 RAV4
- 2009-10 Corolla
- 2009-10 Matrix
- 2005-10 Avalon
- Certain 2007-10 Camry models
- 2010 Highlander
- 2007-10 Tundra
- 2008-10 Sequoia
- 2009-10 Pontiac Vibe
The earlier floormat recall was announced after a fatal accident involving a Lexus sedan. This is a wider ranging recall involving more models and brands, including Lexus; it was just expanded by 1.1 million vehicles to 5.9 million vehicles. The vehicles in the floormat recall include:
- 2007-10 Camry
- 2005-10 Avalon
- 2004-09 Prius
- 2005-10 Tacoma
- 2007-10 Tundra
- 2008-10 Highlander
- 2009-10 Corolla
- 2009-10 Venza
- 2009-10 Matrix
- 2009-10 Pontiac Vibe
- 2007-10 Lexus ES 350
- 2006-10 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350
You can follow all of our coverage of the recall by using this link.
Toyota Expands Floormat Recall: 1.1 Million More Vehicles
Thursday, January 28th, 2010After business hours on Wednesday and shortly before the State of the Union address, Toyota alerted select media outlets that it would be expanding its October recall due to floormat entrapment by another 1.1 million vehicles, bringing that recall's total to nearly five million vehicles. The new vehicles included in this recall expansion include:
- 2008-2010 Highlander
- 2009-2010 Corolla
- 2009-2010 Venza
- 2009-2010 Matrix
- 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe
Some of these vehicles are also included in the more recent recall of 2.3 million vehicles due to a faulty accelerator pedal.
We’re expecting more from the NHTSA on this latest development but the Detroit News is reporting that Toyota will repair or replace the pedals, replace floormats and in some cases will make software modifications and reshape the actual floor of the vehicles.
These solutions seem radical for a floormat recall and we will follow up with Toyota on when these fixes will be made.While there is no specific mention of it, we suggest owners of these vehicles remove their floormats immediately until more information is known.
Toyota to recall another 1.1M vehicles (Detroit News)