1996 Pontiac Sunfire
10 Recalls & Safety Reports
Recall List for the 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
Official recalls have been issued for the 1996 Pontiac Sunfire by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.
Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Pontiac service department immediately!
If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Pontiac customer service.
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RECALL: Intermediate Steering Shaft/Loss Of Steering
If the weld fails, loss of steering could result, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »
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RECALL: Aftermarket Fuel Pump Modules
A stalled vehicle can increase the risk of a vehicle crash. A fuel leak can result in a fire. Read more »
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RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »
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RECALL: GM/Power Steering Assembly
If this occurs, the pinion shaft can be forced upward during left turns and back down as the steering wheel is moved back and to the right. If the pinion shaft moves further, the driver will need to exert more effort to turn the steering wheel, similar to a vehicle without power assisted steering. If the pinion shaft ... Read more »
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RECALL: GM/Ignition Switch
If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed. Read more »
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RECALL: GM/Rear Suspension
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »
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RECALL: GM/Air Bag Deployment
Air bags deploy with great force and can seriously injure unrestrained occupants who are too close to them. Read more »
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RECALL: GM/FMVSS 101
The interior lamps coming on unexpectedly could startle a driver causing a momentary loss of control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. Read more »
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RECALL: General Motors/FMVSS 108/4 Way Flashers
If these lamps were not flashing, other vehicles would not be aware that this vehicle was stopped increasing the risk of an accident. Read more »
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RECALL: Fuel:Throttle Linkages And Control
If the accelerator control cable sticks or breaks, unwanted acceleration and/or loss of throttle control can result increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. Read more »