The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.

Vehicle Speed Control — Accelerator Pedal

Summary

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without A/C) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.

Actions

Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin early February and be completed in late April 2010. Owners may contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Documents (20)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) August 2010
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) August 2010
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - August 2010
• Amended Defect Notice(Part 573) 2/3/10
• Amended Recall Acknowledgement - 02/04/10
• Other Recall Related Documents - Toyota Q&A
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notice to Dealers
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Defect Notice(Part 573)
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Safety Bulletin
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Quarterly Performance Report

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