Pontiac 6000 1991

Model 6000 made in 1991 by Pontiac got 6 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, other and power train. The car had some investigations: engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningseat belts, seats. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5l, 3.1l.

Model 1991

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD22/31/2524/39/29Regular$ 7505900802
( 3.1L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD20/27/2222/35/26Regular$ 8535900913
( 3.1L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD19/30/2321/39/27Regular$ 8165900601
( 2.5L) 4Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD21/28/2423/36/28Regular$ 7828900813
( 3.1L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD19/30/2321/39/27Regular$ 8168900601

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
95V173000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 07/01/1988 to 07/31/1991V (Vehicle)221632510/19/1995MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/15/199509/12/1995571210
Defect SummaryThese vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence SummaryConsequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.
NotesSystem: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.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 buick at 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
92V124000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1989 to 07/01/1991V (Vehicle)31918109/24/1992MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/01/199209/04/1992
Defect SummaryThe power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.
Consequence SummaryThe high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.
Corrective SummaryRepair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.
NotesSystem: interior: seating.vehicle description: passenger cars with 6 way power seats or power recliners.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PE94048GENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/21/199412/30/1994SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
EA92024GENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/26/199201/31/1994STICKING THROTTLE
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
06/14/20041
 While driving vehicle stalled. consumer restarted the vehicle, and pulled over. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak
OTHER
04/01/1999406/01/1994
 No summary
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
01/30/19963
 Transmission fails to shift properly/replaced three times. *ak
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
05/19/2003139000102/14/2003
 When the vehicle was rear ended, the impact caused the seat to collapse. *jb both front seats collapsed backwards onto the back seats. *scc *jb
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
105/01/1992
 Brake system not working properly, extended stopping distance.
WHEELS - CAP/COVER/HUB
01/01/19931
 Wheel covers do not stay on wheels. *ak

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
KSPAULINE66619STATE OF KANSAS785 296 2334