Pontiac Sunbird 1979
Model Sunbird made in 1979 by Pontiac got 1 consumer complain as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment.
Model 1979
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V141000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 02/01/1979 to 03/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 4208 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/06/1979 | 10/12/1979 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The engine oil pressure switch may cause a random internal electrical short which could result in the engine starting by itself when the ignition switch is turned to the on position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace the oil pressure switches on all suspect vehicles at no cost to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: if the transmission selector lever is in reverse or aforward range when the engine starts by itself, the vehicle could move and anaccident could occur. | |||||||||||||||
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| 07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V151000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1978 to 03/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 42977 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/13/1979 | 10/12/1979 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The carburetor fuel feed hose may not have been properly positioned during assembly. as a result the hose could come in contact with or be too close to the engine emission exhaust system gas recirculation valve. this can cause the hose to rupture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The dealer will inspect the fuel feed hose and reposition it, if necessary. also, any damaged hose will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; lines, hoses, non-metallic.consequences of defect: a ruptured fuel hose would allow fuel leakage. if anignition source is present a fire could result and cause an accident andpersonal injury.note: until vehicle can be serviced, driver should be alerted to any odor ofgasoline or indications of smoke from the engine compartment. if any of theseconditions are observed, the vehicle should be brought to a safe stop out oftraffic. the hood should not be opened until the engine has cooled or drivercould burn fingers. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle fire. (ohio state police report) *skd | |||