1999 PONTIAC TRANS SPORT Recalls (2)

Campaign:
02V027000 on 02/03/2002
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
07/31/1998 - 09/29/1998
Affected:
1,730
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles and mini vans, the driver's air bag inflator modules could produce excessive internal pressure. in the event of a crash that would trigger a driver's air bag deployment, the increased internal pressure can cause the inflator module to explode.
Consequence:
Metal and plastic debris could cause severe injury to vehicle occupants.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the driver air bag module. owner notification began february 1, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V597000 on 12/21/2004
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Affected:
717,302
Defect:
On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
Consequence:
If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it is being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm may be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury may result.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the power sliding door interior handle on the passenger-side. if the vehicle is equipped with a power or manual sliding door on the driver-side, the interior handle will also be replaced for appearance reasons. note: before the vehicle is serviced, gm advises owners to not use the interior door handle to open the door. the driver can open and close the door from switches at the driver's position or by using the remote key fob. the driver should tell passengers to use the switch located in front of the door to open or close it. the driver should use the override switch to prevent operation of the power door by children or by others who are not familiar with its use. the owner notification letter mailing will be conducted in phases with the first phase beginning on may 31, 2005. the second phase mailing began on july 18, 2005. the recall began on may 31, 2005. phase 2 began on july 18, 2005. phase 3 (final phase) began on august 24, 2005, to all remaining customers. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668; or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 04110.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1999 PONTIAC TRANS SPORT TSBs (39)

Bulletin:
831704
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow. *yc
Bulletin:
831525
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Complaints of inoperative power sliding side door. *yc
Bulletin:
990864017
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some customers may comment that their sliding side door rattles at the top. *tt
Bulletin:
000138001
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a lack of performance of the air conditioning system in hot humid weather. *tt
Bulletin:
000940001
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Excessive lateral movement (side to side) when using certain aftermarket child seats. this condition occurs in vehicles equipped with second and third row bucket seats. *tt
Bulletin:
000864007
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the front door glass is slow or noisy when moving up or down or the window is inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
000851001
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or is dull in color. *tt
Bulletin:
000138011
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Some customers may comment on poor heat in the vehicle passenger compartment at low engine rpm. this condition is most prevalent at outside temperatures below 0 degrees c (32 degrees f). *tt
Bulletin:
990730030A
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking
Bulletin:
010857006
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
This bulletin contains information on various waterleak conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
020858003
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may comment that road noise can be heard coming from the area behind the front seats. *tt
Bulletin:
020867006
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may comment that there is rust forming around the front or rear portion of the roof. *tt
Bulletin:
020864011
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the power sliding door will reverse on closing or the door will appear closed, but the alarm will come on when the transmission is moved out of park. *tt
Bulletin:
020858005
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Concerns with wind noise at the base of the windshield. *tt
Bulletin:
000138011B
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Subject regarding poor heat with cold outside temperatures at low engine rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
000730002B
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Concerns with slips, harsh upshift or garage shifts, launch shudders, flares, erratic shifts and intermittent concerns, diagnostic trouble code p1811 or p0748 set. *tt
Bulletin:
000138011A
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Subject regarding poor heat with cold outside temperatures at low engine rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
020730014
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on servicing 4t65e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
020730014A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on servicing 4t65-e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets for various models from 1997 through 2002. *tt
Bulletin:
020864006A
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Roof perforation. *tt
Bulletin:
020867006B
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Roof perforation. *tt
Bulletin:
030601010
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine oil or coolant leak. *tt
Bulletin:
000940001B
Component:
500000 child seat
Summary:
Excessive lateral movement (side to side) when using certain aftermarket child seats. this condition occurs in vehicles equipped with second and third row bucket seats. including the 1997 - 1999 opel sintra. *tt
Bulletin:
030232049
Component:
017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:
Release of new outer tie rod ends for service. *tt
Bulletin:
03-06-01-010
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine oil or coolant leak. *tt gm reminder. *tt install new lower intake manifold gasket. updated 7/18/08 *pe
Bulletin:
01880
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
No tcc apply, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on, tcc surge, possible p0740, p1870, or 39 after installation of a reman (srta) 4t60/4t60e. *tt
Bulletin:
3042
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Battery drain on vehicles equipped with power sliding doors. *tt
Bulletin:
08-089
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Buick\cadillac\chevrolet\gmc\hummer\oldsmobile\pontiac\saab\saturn service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. special coverage adjustment-analog onstar deactivation. fcc ruled in 2002 wireless carriers would no longer r
Bulletin:
08089-B
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP4723B
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
Bulletin:
PIC4696A
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIC4696B
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIP5346
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4t65e general motors remanufactured transmission may not be the same as original equipment manufacturer quick co
Bulletin:
17-NA-016
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing p/n 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
Bulletin:
17-NA-016
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing p/n 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
Bulletin:
PI1217
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent.
Bulletin:
05-06-04-035D
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
PIC4696C
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

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