CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Pontiac Vibe has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 177 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (119 reports).
2006 Pontiac Vibe recalls
Passenger Front Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash
The front passenger air bag inflator module in these vehicles was replaced under an earlier recall, and the replacement may not unfold as designed when it inflates in high temperatures.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the airbag to deploy.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, causing the inflator to rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2006 Pontiac Vibe problems
Problem areas named in the 177 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 119 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 20 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
What owners report
Hello, My drivers side front left window goes up and down awkwardly, almost like it's going to brake the glass when I use it. If there's a recall on this I will gladly like to know. Thank you.
RainX Weatherbeater 21" wiper blade purchased on or about 12/13/24 at this location: Meijers 1703 Haggerty Rd Commerce, MI 48390 Wiper is supposed to come with a small clip pre-attached to the blade assy and a large clip loose in the packaging for those applications needing the large clip. My car needs the smaller clip This wiper was packaged with the large clip pre-attached and no loose parts in the package. Not knowing any better at the time I attached the wiper using the large clip. Seemed OK but something didn't seem right so I double checked and realized the wiper was mis-packaged. Obviously if I hadn't double checked it would have set up the potential for the wiper to deta
I had my valve cover gasket replaced fuel injectors serviced and transmission serviced on 12/26/2022. When I picked my car up on 12/29/2022, I was checking my brake lights when the car started Idling up and down on it's own and the check engine light came on. I called the dealer and was asked to bring the car in and they would check it out. I returned on Jan. 2nd 2023 to address the concerns with my car. I arrived at approximately 0730 am. I WAS IN FORMED THAT MY ECM/PCM WERE FAULTY AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. I was my understanding that the 2005-2008 Pontiac Vibes were under recall for this issue. Would like confirmation on this subject. Concerned Owner.
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.
RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED 10/2019, AND NO ONE HAS AGREED TO RESOLVE THE AIRBAG ISSUE
2006 Pontiac Vibe questions
Does the 2006 Pontiac Vibe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Pontiac Vibe: Passenger Front Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Based on 177 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (119), Engine And Engine Cooling (20), Power Train (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Pontiac Vibe has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.