2008 Pontiac Vibe vs 2010 Pontiac Vibe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 58 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 802 | 980 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 41,050 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 48 | 31 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 7 |
| Steering | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 1 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2008 Pontiac Vibe
2010 Pontiac Vibe
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.