2006 Pontiac Vibe Problems and Repair Histories

Pontiac Vibe in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007	5580		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	23560	0	Squeeky Brakes Still not fixed, will need to take back
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	71000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	87000	400	brake drums and turn rotors
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	37000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	70700	130	Replaced the serpentine belt which was extremely worn.
Mar	2013	78000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	48000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	58700	34	HVAC blower motor only ran at high speed--the resistor was shot. Installed a new one--problem solved.
Sep	2011	81000	300	Left rear wheel bearing shot, making noise. Had it replaced.
Nov	2011	82500	26	While having new tires installed, shop commented that serpentine belt showed a lot of cracking, so I bought a new belt and installed it myself.
Oct	2012	83700	200	Replaced original intake manifold gasket with updated silicone version to eliminate CEL during cold weather.
Mar	2013	88000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	53000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	54000	5	Fan did not function on other than the highest settings
Dec	2012	74000	653	O2 sensor replaced. Spark plugs wires replaced. Left low beam bulb replaced.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Prince Edward Island, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007	1240		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	37200	100	Replaced the front passenger door door check assembly - it had developed an awful snapping sound.
Dec	2012	40300	70	Driver's side power window shuddered going down. Mechanic lubed the internal "scissors" and checked bolts etc. Works fine now.
Mar	2013	41540		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2012	111000		First odometer entry
Jul	2012	112000	120	HVAC actuator failed. Clicking noise when switched to outside air. Part was $40 from Amazon. See GenVibe.com for repair instructions with pictures.
Sep	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		170	Installed aftermarket radio as delco unit will not play home burned discs.
Mar	2007		24	Slow leak in LR tire repaired by dealer
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2012	157000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	159000	400	Car was making a loud grinding noise while braking and driving. Front rotors and brake pads were completely worn out, so they were replaced. Also had an oil change.
Apr	2013	165000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	11160		First odometer entry
Dec	2007	17980	0	Engine not heating properly on cold winter days (-15C or below). Looks like a weak thermostat to me as the temp gauge hovers for several miles / minutes before finally reaching normal operating temp. Dealer tested on a warm winter day and said "no probl
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Oklahoma, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	66000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	69000	100	Headlights only worked with "brights" on.  Was told rear brakes needed to be cleaned, adjusted.
Aug	2011	95000	350	Radiator fan was wobbling and grating against the radiator intermittently (esp. when AC was on). They replaced the fan motor. That fixed it.
May	2012	103000	1200	New shocks and struts, front and rear.
Mar	2013	119000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	11000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	26000	0	Check engine light came on although car ran OK. Dealer diagnosed and ordered an Oxygen sensor, which was backordered. I will have to take the car back when the part comes in.
Jan	2009	27000	0	Check engine light came on in December (previously reported here). Dealer had to order an oxygen sensor. The sensor was successfully installed in January.
Feb	2009	27000	0	Check engine light came on. The dealer said an intake gasket was "sucking air", causing dirty air to make the check engine light come on. They replaced the gasket under the factory warranty.
Jul	2009	32000	0	The factory 6-disc CD changer occasionally scratched discs badly. Dealer replaced it under the GM extended warranty with a factory refurb unit.
Aug	2011	51000	0	Check engine light came on. Dealer said they need to replace the PCM (Powertrain Control Module). They said it could also be a transmission problem (the code indicated that.) They replaced the PCM as a first step and said to monitor it.
Nov	2011	54000	0	Check engine light came on. Same code as previous visit in which they replaced the PCM. This time they ordered and installed a torque converter part. Cost was covered 100% under GM extended warranty, including use of a loaner car. The same check-engine code showed up again (3rd time). 1st time they replaced the PCM, 2nd time a solenoid in the torque converter. This time they replaced the torque converter. Ext. warranty paid for it. Hopefully this finally fixes it.
Feb	2012	55500	0	Check Engine Light code P0741 for the 4th time in 9 months. In 3 previous attempts to fix, they replaced the PCM, then a valve in the torque converter and then the torque converter. This time they replaced the transmission. Hope that's it.
Mar	2013	67000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007	5000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	17000	0	SES Light stayed on. Trans was banging into gear esp. Reverse. Checked codes P2716 stored and current. PIP4154A States to replace PCM if ckts check ok. Checked PC Solenoid ckts - ok. Replaced PCM and programmed. CODE FDFD4 (under warranty).
May	2011	27000	250	During routine inspection and 30,000 mile maintenance, mechanic spotted an oil leak which led to needing a new oil pan gasket.
Jun	2011	27000	335	Needed blower motor due to terrific loud noise when fan was put on High.
Mar	2013	37000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007	12000		First odometer entry
Feb	2009	31000	0	The check engine light was on and the dealer said the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve had to be replaced.
Jun	2012	66000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Kentucky, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	0		First odometer entry
May	2007		0	Hood prop needed to be replaced. No charge.
May	2009	20000	0	Replaced Powertrain Control Module.  Dome light assembly replaced.
Mar	2013	81000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	24000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	50000	180	Took in for replacement of front tires - discovered that brake pads were completely worn out. Replaced tires, had front end aligned and replaced worn parts on brakes.
Aug	2010	55300	200	Hood release cable became unattached. Battery died and could not be jump started because hood was stuck shut. Car towed to repair shop, hood release cable reattached, and battery replaced.
Mar	2013	89000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007	12000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	24500	0	Bad PCM (Powertrain Control Module). Module was replaced under warranty by a Pontiac dealer.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in New Brunswick, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	35340		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	39060	0	Discovered oil leak on garage floor. Rear axle required new gasket. Repaired under powertrain warranty.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Pontiac Vibe in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	16000		First odometer entry
May	2007	17000	0	issues with transmission, and MAF sensor, cleaned air sensor myself
Nov	2007	23000	0	Had another shop check the transmission, although the fluid was somewhat of a darker color, it was signs of normal city/highway use versus what the dealer informed me of. So the transmission didn't need a fluid change as of yet. I will probably have this
Jan	2009	45000	0	I replaced my Car Radio from the stock to a Sony because of a burnt out display and audio issues with the already replaced stock radio from 2008. And i know that others have had past issues with the stock head units.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.