1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE Recalls (7)

Campaign:
95V025000 on 02/20/1995
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Manufactured:
01/31/1994 - 12/31/1994
Affected:
21,340
Defect:
These vehicles have been built with welds missing from the front suspension lower control arm assemblies causing excessive loads on the existing welds.
Consequence:
This condition can result in separation of the frontbushing sleeve subassembly from the control arm increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect both left-hand and right-hand front suspension lower control arm assemblies and replace all control arm assemblies found with omitted welds.
Notes:
System: suspension; independent front control arm; lower.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
95V141000 on 07/26/1995
Component:
Structure:frame and members
Manufactured:
07/31/1994 - 07/31/1994
Affected:
16
Defect:
Some welds were omitted from the body lock pillar, or "b" pillar. this does not comply with fmvss no.208, "occupant crash protection."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: if a vehicle crash should occur, occupant protection levels could be reduced.
Correction:
All vehicles in this recall campaign have been repurchased and replaced with a comparable vehicle.
Notes:
System: structure; frame; members and body; fmvss no.208.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: all vehicles have been repurchased.no other owners will be contacted.
Campaign:
96V003000 on 01/21/1996
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Manufactured:
06/30/1994 - 05/31/1995
Affected:
28,068
Defect:
The instrument panel cluster trim plate/bezel can sag and cover the light emitting diode portion (lighted pointed above panel) of the transaxle shift indicator display. this does not comply with fmvss no. 101, "control location, identification, and illumination."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: the driver of the vehicle would not be able to see the actual position of the transaxle gear selector resulting in a driver either inadvertently leaving a parked or idling vehicle in drive, reverse, or neutral rather than park, or selecting an incorrect transaxle shift position while driving the vehicle.
Correction:
Dealers are to install a new instrument panel cluster trim plate/bezel assembly which is not subject to this condition.
Notes:
System: powertrain; transmission; automatic; indicator; fmvss no. 101.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmission.note: 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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
96V250000 on 12/19/1996
Component:
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights
Manufactured:
06/30/1995 - 08/30/1995
Affected:
270,014
Defect:
The front and/or rear hazard warning lamps (four-way flashers) do not flash when the hazard switch is activated. this fails to comply with fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
If these lamps were not flashing, other vehicles would not be aware that this vehicle was stopped increasing the risk of an accident.
Correction:
Dealers or vehicle owners will inspect for proper function of the hazard warning lamps. if necessary, dealers will replace the hazard lamp switch.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification will begin during january 1997. note: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, oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
02V070000 on 03/24/2002
Component:
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Manufactured:
03/31/1994 - 08/30/1995
Affected:
1,589,948
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles. if the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.
Consequence:
If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed.
Correction:
Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch. owner notification began march 27, 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, buick at 1-800-521-7300, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08E063000 on 10/19/2008
Component:
Steering
Affected:
3,855
Defect:
Dorman products is recalling 3,900 intermediate steering shafts dorman part nos. 425-151, 425-152, and 425-153, (sold under dorman's "oe solutions" brand name), balkamp #'s 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (sold under the "napa" brand name), and platinum parts #'s 2425151, 2425152, and 2425153 manufactured during the month of september 2007. these replacement steering shafts can be used on the vehicles listed above. the weld connecting the inner tube to the outer tube may be defective.
Consequence:
If the weld fails, loss of steering could result, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dorman will notify owners and replace the steering shafts free of charge. the recall began on october 16, 2008. owners may contact dorman toll free at 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to dorman's oe solutions brand name, balkamp's napa brand, and the platinum brand steering shafts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors corporation.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE TSBs (80)

Bulletin:
538105
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
erratic interior lighting conditions. *tw
Bulletin:
533301
Component:
013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:
clunk noises from front of vehicle when riding over large bumps. *tw
Bulletin:
GM531608
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
a new front console has been developed to correct the problem of drink containers tipping over easily. *tw
Bulletin:
GM533202
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
knocking noise heard at low speeds over rough roads. *tw
Bulletin:
536403
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
435006A
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
535010
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
576112
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
533301
Component:
013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
531510
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
fuel filler door latch retainer snap-in legs loose/not secured (install retaining clip). *sd
Bulletin:
9573T4001
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
grinding and/or growling noise in park on incline.*sd
Bulletin:
638139
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Interior dome light stays on all the time (reroute wire harness). *tw
Bulletin:
637205
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Leak in the axle seal area (shorten vent hose). *tw
Bulletin:
731601
Component:
221200 seats:front assembly:recliner
Summary:
Rattle/squeak from passenger (right) side of rear folding seatback area (reposition right hand frame arm). *tw
Bulletin:
776001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating
Bulletin:
733403
Component:
022400 suspension:rear:shock absorber
Summary:
Rear shock noise in trunk area - sounds like loose lumber. *tw
Bulletin:
631040A
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Scuffed interior quarter trim panels on convertible tops (add loop fastener tape/re-stake reinforcement/add loop fastener). *tw
Bulletin:
677160
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Delay engagement into drive after cold soak (replace with revised forward clutch housing assembly complete). *tw
Bulletin:
776109
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine stall at cold start, rough idle, oil filter expansion, high oil pressure and engine misfire dtc's (replace oil pump with improved press relief valve bore). *tw
Bulletin:
731502
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Left hand mirror does not adjust when adjustment lever is moved (adjust lever to align with lever slide). *tw
Bulletin:
549001A
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape). *tw
Bulletin:
970501776109
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Exhibiting diagnostic trouble codes p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, and p0304 indicating engine misfire conditions. *yc
Bulletin:
9702019774T
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Various information regarding overnight cold soak conditions. *yc
Bulletin:
776001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information concerning engine knock/rattle or tap noise before engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature (replace piston and/or rod assemblies). ak
Bulletin:
971101731616
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Comments that the seat belt latch slides to the seat belt anchor sleeve. *yc
Bulletin:
971101731060
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Various areas of the vehicle convertible top cover shows wear or permanent damage. *yc
Bulletin:
971101731063
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Comments of a rattle noise under the hood or instrument panel area. *yc
Bulletin:
970801735026
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Comment that the abs light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history. *yc
Bulletin:
971001731508
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Comments that the deck lid will not open when the interior remote release handle is pulled. *yc
Bulletin:
735018
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Comments that the rear brakes may drag/heat up or rear of car is squatting due to aggressive rear brake. *yc
Bulletin:
98731060A
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Comments on the convertible top cover showing wear or permanent damage. *yc
Bulletin:
98636604A
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some owners may comment that a metallic noise or
Bulletin:
98876121A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a clattering noise at idle speed originating from the timing chain and front cover area. *yc
Bulletin:
98731616A
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Seat belt latch slides to seat belt anchor sleeve. *yc
Bulletin:
98836539A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service engine now light on or a no-start condition. *yc
Bulletin:
98636604B
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Comments that a metallic noise on cold exhaust systems. *tt
Bulletin:
98731069
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
A rattle coming from the door(s) when the door window glass is lowered. *yc
Bulletin:
831522
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Rear compartment (trunk) lid latch difficult to unlock / open. *yc
Bulletin:
98054
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may develop a failure of the cylinder head gasket leading to external coolant leaks from the cylinder head gasket to engine block joint. *yc
Bulletin:
636604C
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Comments that a metallic noise or cold rap heard on cold exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
990857019
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Conditions with water leak at front header. *tt
Bulletin:
990850007
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Some customers may comment that there is a bulge in the material on the top backside of either front bucket seat. *tt
Bulletin:
990940001
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Customers may complain that the front seat shoulder belt plastic cover will not stay snapped in place on coupe models only. *tt
Bulletin:
98054A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may develop a failure of the cylinder head gasket leading to external coolant leaks. *tt
Bulletin:
990864015
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
Concerns with the left hand manual mirror not adjusting when the adjustment lever is moved. *tt
Bulletin:
990864026
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
On some convertible models, the door rattles when closing. *tt
Bulletin:
990730030
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when in park on incline. *tt
Bulletin:
731060B
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Convertible top cover shows wear or permanent damage in various areas. yd
Bulletin:
99088
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
General motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emission campaign involving vehicles exhibiting symptoms resulting in the illumination of the check engine light or the engine running rough. *tt
Bulletin:
99088REV
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding additional corrections from privious campaign 99088, conditions that concern rough running engine and check engine light illumination. mjs
Bulletin:
99088A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Vehicles exhibit symptoms resulting in the illumination of the check engine light or the engine running rough (inspection, clean/replace and seal pcm, and install protective pcm shield assembly). *mjs
Bulletin:
000524001
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies. **mr
Bulletin:
99088A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Voluntary emission campaign involving vehicles exhibiting symptons resulting in the illumination of the check engine light or the engine running rough. **mr
Bulletin:
98054
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Subject regarding addtional information for special policy 98054 - coolant loss, visible coolant leakage, or coolant odor. **mr
Bulletin:
000849003
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Experiencing a rattle / squeak in right side of instrument panel or right front door trim panel scratched or right side end of instrument panel contacting door trim panel. *tt
Bulletin:
000849006
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Exhibiting a rattle type noise from glove box door or key lock cylinder. *tt
Bulletin:
98054
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
General motors has determined that some vehicles equipped with 2.2 liter engines may develop a failure of the cylinder head gasket leading to external coolant leaks from the cylinder head gasket to engine block joint. *tt
Bulletin:
150900
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
This message concerns vehicles exhibiting a clunk noise coming from the front of the vehicle. customers may state that a clunk noise is heard when turning the steering wheel. *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:
010849009
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Subject regarding revised instrument panel cluster (ipc) replacement. nlm
Bulletin:
000089008A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including the 1996 through 2000 toyota c
Bulletin:
291001
Component:
122000 exterior lighting:fog lights
Summary:
Customer concern of premature fog lamp failure. *tt
Bulletin:
020730050
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Engineering changes to the valve body, pressure regulator valve, 2-3 accumulator valve and bore for 2002-2003 model year 4t45e transaxles and subsequent overhaul procedures which affect 1995-2001 model year transaxles. *tt
Bulletin:
030730021
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Neutral flare and/or rpm flare while in drive, no 1-2 upshift, service engine soon (ses) light illuminated, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1810, diagnostic trouble code p1815 set. *tt
Bulletin:
000089008B
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
Bulletin:
030864009A
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Left outside breakaway mirror inoperative. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
030864011A
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Mirror vibrates at highway speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
000089008E
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
Bulletin:
030730021A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Neutral flare and/or rpm flare while in drive, no 1-2 upshift, service engine soon (ses) light illuminated, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1810, diagnostic trouble code p1815 set. *tt
Bulletin:
01967
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Front suspension steer noise smooth road turns. *mr
Bulletin:
00966B
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Abs front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt
Bulletin:
00966
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Anti-lock braking system (abs) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt
Bulletin:
04152004
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as intermittent or hard failures. gm voicemail express. *tt
Bulletin:
010844005A
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Information on error codes on radio display their cause and corrective action. *eh
Bulletin:
4615
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Abs pump running when not needed. *nj
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:
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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